Finance & Banking Law

Safeguarding Financial Integrity with Strategic Legal Solutions

In an increasingly complex regulatory and economic environment, businesses need legal advisors who understand the full spectrum of financial services. At Cox Yeats, we partner with financial institutions, lenders, investors, and borrowers to navigate the legal intricacies of banking and finance with precision and clarity.

Whether you’re structuring cross-border lending deals, raising capital, or managing regulatory compliance, our team delivers commercially focused advice that aligns with your business objectives.

Our Legal Services Include:

Corporate and Acquisition Finance

We support clients in negotiating and structuring acquisition funding, shareholder loans, and leveraged transactions, always ensuring legal protection and deal efficiency.

Project and Infrastructure Finance

Our lawyers advise on major infrastructure and energy projects, helping clients secure finance, negotiate contractual frameworks, and manage risk throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Asset and Equipment Finance

From aircraft and machinery to commercial vehicles and IT systems, we provide end-to-end legal support for asset-backed financing solutions.

Debt Structuring and Refinancing

We assist in developing and reviewing optimal debt structures to meet cash flow needs, manage liabilities, and improve credit profiles.

Private Equity and Investment Transactions

Our team advises on equity investments, joint ventures, and mezzanine finance arrangements, ensuring legal compliance and commercial value alignment.

Regulatory and Compliance Advisory

We guide clients through financial services regulation, including compliance with the Banks Act, Financial Sector Regulation Act (FSRA), and Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA). We also provide proactive risk management strategies to avoid penalties and reputational damage.

Dispute Resolution in Financial Matters

In instances of conflict, our dispute resolution team offers robust representation in civil litigation and arbitration involving banking, mismanagement, securities disputes, or breach of financial contracts. We advocate for practical outcomes that protect your financial position while preserving business relationships where possible.

Gareth Cremen
Jason Goodison
Michael Jackson
Helen Jackson
Jenna Rodd
Thys Scheepers
Megan Baker
Ross Booth
Jennifer Smit
Shea Bradfield
Yolandi Cloete
Anele Mncube
Therusha Moodley
Julian Reynolds
Peter Feuilherade

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