FractionalGeneral Counsel

Virtually every business encounters circumstances that require deep legal knowledge and real-world, industry-specific business experience—effectively, the qualities of an in-house general counsel. While the needs may be pressing, there are multiple situations in which hiring a full-time general counsel may be premature, too expensive or otherwise problematic. For example, a new and/or growing organization often needs timely, competent legal advice and direction, but is not yet in a position to afford to hire a fulltime legal executive. Likewise, a business that is undergoing significant C-suite changes must have well-timed, proficient, industry-specific legal direction.

We maintain a powerful roster of skilled former general counsel who are uniquely qualified to fulfill this essential function across a broad range of industries. For some businesses, an interim or periodic affiliation is the right step to support the organization’s growth. For others, especially those exploring new and innovative business models, a professional from our general counsel practice becomes a valuable, core component of ongoing operations.

Our Legal Prowess and Business Experience, Your Advantage

Our general counsel partners support businesses in times of growth and change, addressing the multifaceted challenges they face as part of the leadership team. As entrepreneurs and executives ourselves, we are well-equipped to bring a depth of experience and capabilities to a wide variety of client challenges, including:

• Real estate
• Employment
• Financing
• Risk management
• Intellectual property and brand protection
• Data security and privacy
• Regulatory compliance
• Governance and ethical conduct
• Litigation, arbitration and mediation
• Contracts
• Mergers and acquisitions

In short, our clients benefit from the attention and advice of excellent lawyers and business leaders who relish opportunities to engage with the complex issues that drive organizations forward.

The Benefits of an Individualized, Flexible Financial Model

Our general counsel practice offers services on flat-fee, retainer and hourly bases that can be arranged according to the needs of each client. We also can create equity arrangements that preserve cash when cash is most critical for growth. Additionally, an equity stake in your business can position us to build a long-term relationship as part of your team, fostering a highly strategic pathway to your company’s future success.

This type of flexibility enables us to support our clients in ways that demonstrate a clear understanding of their financial challenges as well as their legal needs. It empowers us and the businesses we serve to ask the hard questions that drive competitive companies. Perhaps most importantly, our ability to provide flexible financial arrangements allows us to help clients address the full range of issues that are essential to growth and profitability.

The Legal and Business Counsel Your Company Deserves

Wherever your organization is in its development, whatever concerns it faces, chances are likely that we’ve been there and know what steps to take. As each day presents new challenges, we’re already thinking about business implications and how to navigate situations to your greatest advantage.

We’ve built our general counsel practice the same way you’ve built your company – with a passion for excellence, a knack for anticipating issues, the ability to adjust course when necessary, and a continual focus on the successful future ahead. Wherever your business is in its development, we’re eager to bring the nimbleness, business knowledge and legal strengths your organization and its leadership need to engage and thrive.