Corporate & Commercial Lawyers

Corporate, Commercial, Transactional & Contract Specialists

Expert Business Advisors

When it comes to crucial business decisions and matters about buying or selling companies, assets, governance or complex contracts, you need experienced advice you can rely on. At stevensdrake, we can assist wherever you are based and understand that these transactions can be complex and time-sensitive. That’s why our team of experienced lawyers are on hand to provide you with clear, practical advice and support throughout the process.

Free Initial Discussion

For a no-obligation initial discussion, please call our team on 01293 596900 or fill out the enquiry form on this page. 

Legal Advice & Support

Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to acquire or sell a new business, go into a joint venture with a Shareholders’ Agreement, develop a complex contract or need internal governance help, our goal is always to ensure your transaction is as smooth and successful as possible. We understand that every business deal is unique with its own set of challenges and opportunities and you need experienced assistance. That’s why we take the time to understand your objectives and tailor our legal services to meet your specific needs.

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    From initial negotiations to drafting contracts and agreements or navigating regulatory requirements, our team is equipped to handle every aspect of your business transaction and contracts.

    Our approach is proactive, ensuring potential risks are identified, properly considered and addressed early on, protecting your interests at every stage. With stevensdrake on your side, you can proceed with confidence, knowing that you have a team of dedicated legal experts committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you and your business.

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    How to get in contact

    To receive legal support, simply call us on 01293 596900 or complete our enquiry form and one of our experienced lawyers will call you back.

    Meet the team

    Nusrat Qureishi

    Associate Director, Head of Corporate and Commercial Law Department

    Nusrat is a highly experienced corporate and commercial lawyer with over 20 years’ expertise in business sales and acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures. Having trained at a City law firm, she has handled high-value, complex corporate transactions, including mergers, investments, shareholder agreements, restructurings, banking, refinancing, and corporate governance.

    She advises a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and SMEs to PLCs, private equity firms, and financial institutions, helping businesses navigate growth, transactions, and strategic planning. Known for her commercially focused approach, Nusrat ensures smooth transactions while minimising risk, time, and cost. Her commitment to client service aligns with stevensdrake’s dedication to delivering high-quality legal support.

    Paul Dungate

    Consultant, Corporate and Commercial Law Department

    Paul is a highly experienced corporate and commercial lawyer, specialising in transactional work, restructures, and complex commercial agreements. With nearly 20 years in-house at ICI plc, Associated Octel, and Hays plc, he led legal teams on over 70 international acquisitions and played a key role in Hays’ transformation into a global recruitment leader.

    Since returning to private practice in 2007, Paul has advised on high-value corporate transactions, management buyouts, procurement, and commercial contracts, including multi-million-pound outsourcing and licensing deals. He also serves as an independent trustee of a plc pension fund managing over £1 billion in assets.

    Why choose stevensdrake?

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    Testimonials

    “All of your staff that we dealt with during the process of the sale were extremely efficient. However, Steve and I really want to express our thanks to Nusrat who guided us through the process with such professionalism and patience. We were struck by how she often worked late at night to get the job done, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to friends and colleagues.”

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    Testimonials

    “We have worked with Paul Dungate on 2-3 occasions for our surgery. Paul was easy to understand and was always willing to explain things to us in a language that we understood. He acted on our instructions with clear pathways and he was always there to answer our questions; even if I/we had asked them before. Paul is friendly and approachable and we felt very well looked after in Pauls hands. We would highly recommend Pauls service to others if the situation arose. Thanks Paul for all your support.”

    Client

    Testimonials

    “Nusrat was exactly the person we needed to help us through the sale of our business. She was not fazed at all with having to deal with our buyer’s pushy London legal team and kept us updated and reassured throughout the deal process.”

    Client

    Testimonials

    “The clarity of communication and expertise of stevensdrake in helping us to build a care home group in the South has been superb. Their level of service, commercial sensitivity, and focus on timely execution have been first class. We look forward to our continued work with them in realising our plans in the coming years.”

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        01293 596900

        117 – 119 High Street,

        Crawley,

        West Sussex,

        RH10 1DD

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