Outside General Counsel
Ongoing legal support for the practical needs of running a business.
Fort Law’s outside general counsel services bring ongoing legal support to the day-to-day work of running a company. The scope can be discussed around the business’s current needs and existing legal resources.
Business operations & governance
- Company formation and ongoing legal affairs
- Corporate governance and compliance programs
- Board advice and ownership arrangements
Commercial agreements
- Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
- Professional services and independent contractor agreements
- Confidentiality and related business agreements
Financing & transactions
- Equity and debt financing
- Venture capital and private equity matters
- Mergers, acquisitions, and related transactions
Employment & intellectual property
- Employment and consulting agreements
- Workplace policies and employment-related legal questions
- Trademark, licensing, and intellectual property agreements
Real estate & disputes
- Office, retail, and industrial leases
- Property acquisitions and real estate financing matters
- Early dispute assessment, mediation, and litigation coordination
Start with your current needs
Tell us about your business, existing counsel, and the matters you would like help managing. We will discuss scope, timing, and pricing before an engagement begins.