Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What is a Fractional General Counsel and how does it differ from a traditional law firm?

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A Fractional General Counsel (Fractional GC) provides part-time, executive-level legal counsel at a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time general counsel or retaining a traditional law firm. Unlike hourly billing that creates unpredictable costs, Fractional GC services use a predictable monthly retainer covering strategic legal guidance, contract review, compliance oversight, and M&A support. You get direct partner-level access and proactive legal counsel without junior associates billing to learn on your time. This model works best for companies with $5-25M revenue needing sophisticated legal support but not requiring a full-time executive.

Question 2

What legal services are included in Fractional GC pricing?

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Our Fractional GC model includes comprehensive legal support: strategic business counseling, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate governance and board advisory, M&A transaction support, employment law guidance, compliance program oversight, vendor and customer agreement review, intellectual property strategy, and risk mitigation planning. You receive unlimited email and phone consultations, regular strategic planning sessions, and Slack access for quick questions. Specialized services like litigation or complex regulatory matters can be handled separately at pre-negotiated rates.

Question 3

How does Fractional GC pricing compare to traditional law firm fees?

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Fractional GC services typically save 40-60% compared to traditional hourly billing while providing superior service. Traditional firms charge $750-1,200/hour with unpredictable monthly costs of $25,000-50,000+. Our Fractional GC model offers predictable monthly retainers depending on your needs. You get 100% cost predictability, direct partner access (not junior associates), same-day response times, and proactive legal guidance. Our approach aligns our incentives with your success-we focus on strategic value, not billing hours.

Question 4

What size companies benefit most from Fractional General Counsel services?

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Fractional GC services work best for: (1) Series A-C startups with $1-10M revenue needing strategic counsel without full-time GC costs, (2) Established companies with $5-25M revenue requiring sophisticated legal support for growth, M&A, or compliance, (3) Private equity portfolio companies needing executive-level legal oversight across multiple entities, (4) Companies preparing for acquisition or exit events requiring transaction expertise, (5) CFOs fighting to control outside counsel spend who need predictable legal budgets. If you're spending $50K+ annually on legal fees but lack consistent strategic counsel, Fractional GC delivers better results at lower cost.

Question 5

How quickly can a Fractional GC arrangement start?

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Most Fractional GC engagements launch within 5-7 business days. Our onboarding process includes: (1) Discovery Call (30-60 minutes)-discussing your business, legal needs, and goals, (2) Custom Engagement Design (1-2 days)-crafting a tailored Fractional GC arrangement with specific scope and pricing, (3) Agreement Execution (1-2 days)-finalizing engagement terms and payment setup, (4) Seamless Integration (2-3 days)-Slack workspace access, key stakeholder introductions, and initial strategic planning session. Within one week, you have proactive legal counsel embedded in your team with direct access to strategic guidance.

Fractional General Counsel: Get Experienced M&A Counsel Without the Bill

The Problem With Traditional Legal Services

A Modern Alternative: The Fractional GC Model

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How It Works

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