Outside General Counsel: A Real Legal Partner for Growing Companies
C-suite legal thinking without the C-suite salary.
Your Chief Legal Officer, Reimagined
Think of it as having a CLO who:
- Joins your leadership team without the overhead
- Brings insights from working with multiple companies across industries
- Scales up or down as your needs change
- Aligns incentives through flat-fee structures
For a predictable monthly investment:
Strategic Leadership
Participation in board meetings, investor discussions, and strategic planning sessions.
Proactive Risk Management
Regular reviews to identify and address issues before they impact valuation or operations.
Transaction Support
From customer contracts to complex M&A, handled with business context in mind.
Structured Communication
Direct collaboration with your executive team through established channels and regular touchpoints.
Compare Your Options
See how Outside General Counsel stacks up against traditional approaches.
In-House Counsel
- Cost $300K+ salary + benefits
- Availability Business hours
- Strategic
- Breadth Single company
- Scalability
- Context Deep
Traditional Firm
- Cost $500-850/hour
- Availability By appointment
- Strategic
- Breadth Varies
- Scalability
- Context Limited
Consilium Law OGC
- Cost Predictable monthly
- Availability Responsive
- Strategic
- Breadth Cross-pollination
- Scalability
- Context Deep + Cross-industry
*This comparison reflects general market observations and may not represent all providers. Actual costs, availability, and services vary by firm and arrangement.
Designed for Innovation Leaders
Our clients share a common trait: they're building something that matters.
You're an ideal fit if you:
- Lead a venture in regulated industries (cleantech, AI/ML, industrial tech, energy)
- Need sophisticated legal strategy without full-time headcount
- Value proactive planning over reactive problem-solving
- Want a lawyer who understands both the rules and the business
- Value straight talk and advice you can actually use
We serve:
- Funded startups preparing to scale
- Mid-market companies entering new markets
- Corporate innovation teams
- Family enterprises modernizing operations
- International ventures entering U.S. markets
A Structured Partnership Approach
Here's how we work together. No mystery, no surprises.
Strategic Assessment
Evaluate your legal landscape and growth trajectory
Custom Structure
Design flat-fee arrangement with defined scope and protocols
Integration Planning
Establish communication channels and meeting schedules
Ongoing Partnership
Regular strategic sessions and responsive support
Our Communication Framework
Scheduled Strategic Sessions
Weekly or bi-weekly check-ins based on your needs
Responsive Support
Quick turnaround on time-sensitive matters during business hours
Emergency Protocol
Clear escalation path for urgent issues
Collaborative Tools
Integration with your preferred communication platforms
Ready to Add a Legal Partner to Your Team?
Let's talk about how OGC can help you grow without the overhead of a full-time hire.
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