Banking, Finance, Funding and Investment
Guiding you through business finance and investment transactions
Access to finance is critical for business growth, investment, acquisitions and day-to-day operations. Whether negotiating loans, equity investments, venture capital funding, refinancing or banking facilities, the terms of the arrangement can have significant consequences for your business.
Careful legal advice can help you understand your obligations, identify potential risks and ensure the finance structure supports your wider commercial objectives.
At Ellis-Fermor & Negus, we advise businesses, directors, shareholders and investors on a wide range of business finance and investment transactions. We can assist with loan agreements, security and legal charges, equity investments, venture capital funding and banking facilities, helping you negotiate appropriate terms and protect your interests.
Where finance forms part of an acquisition, investment or wider business transaction, we can also help ensure the funding arrangements work alongside the transaction as a whole.
Our aim is to make complex finance arrangements easier to understand, manage risk and give you confidence in the commitments you are making.
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At Ellis-Fermor & Negus, our corporate team provide end-to-end support for businesses seeking finance or investment, advising on terms, negotiations, and legal documentation to secure the capital you need efficiently and confidently.
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‘Excellent response times from the corporate department, supported by a very competent team at EFN. Having used EFN for many years, I couldn’t recommend their services highly enough, excellent!’
Charlotte Stojak
Solicitor and Head of Corporate
Why choose Ellis-Fermor & Negus?
Experienced corporate lawyers specialising in business finance, investment, and banking.
Expertise in debt, equity, hybrid financing, and regulatory compliance.
Negotiation support to secure favourable terms to protect business interests.
Comprehensive documentation and risk management advice.
Trusted advisers for businesses across the East Midlands.
Meet the team
Charlotte Stojak
Charlotte joined the firm in 2024 and was appointed Head of Department for Corporate in April 2025. Charlotte qualified as a Solicitor in 2015, after studying Law (LLB) at Derby University and the Legal Practice Course at Staffordshire University. Charlotte has worked at a number of large law firms, gaining invaluable experience and exposure. Charlotte’s…
0115 972 5222
charlotte.stojak@ellis-fermor.co.uk
Charlotte Stojak is based at our Long Eaton Office.
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Jennifer Geary
Jennifer grew up in Long Eaton and first worked for Ellis-Fermor & Negus during her University summer holidays in 2003. She graduated from Derby University in 2004 with a Law Degree and returned the same summer to Ellis-Fermor & Negus as an Assistant to David Negus in the Commercial and Litigation Department to complete her…
01159 835 221
jennifer.geary@ellis-fermor.co.uk
Jennifer Geary is based at our Long Eaton Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Each business and their circumstances are different. It will depend on your own businesses growth stage, capital needs, and risk tolerance. We help assess suitability and structure deals accordingly.
Yes. Lawyers protect your interests, review complex terms, and ensure compliance with law and regulation.
A shareholders’ agreement governs investor and owner rights, exit strategy, and dispute resolution.
Securing finance and investment is critical for growth and stability. Our lawyers provide expert advice, negotiation support, and robust documentation to ensure your business funding is compliant, and effective.
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