At Align Legal, we provide flexible, practical legal support that grows with your business—whether you need ongoing counsel, part-time support, or project-based advice.
Practical, business-first legal advice for startups and growing companies. At Align Legal, we provide senior-level expertise with a modern, flexible approach—tailored to your stage of growth, whether you’re just starting, scaling fast, or entering new markets. Our actionable, cost-effective strategies help protect your business while keeping momentum.
Custom-fit strategies that align with your goals.
Practical, actionable legal advice that supports growth.
Fractional, part-time, or project-based support to fit your stage of business.
Align Legal provides tailored legal services for startups and growing businesses. Our core offering is fractional general counsel—an efficient alternative to hiring a full-time lawyer. We also cover contracts, compliance, risk management, governance, and more—helping you reduce risks, improve efficiency, and focus on growth.
With over 15 years of experience advising healthcare and growth-stage companies, Derek Rapisarda blends legal expertise with business strategy. His background as both counsel and founder gives him a rare perspective — he understands not only the legal complexities of scaling a business, but also the urgency of making practical, growth-oriented decisions.
Simple, clear, and designed to fit your business. Working with a law firm shouldn’t be complicated. At Align Legal, we make the process straightforward and transparent. Whether you’re looking for ongoing support or project-based help, our process ensures that you know exactly what to expect.
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Tell us about your business and legal needs.
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We design a flexible engagement model (fractional, part-time, or project-based).
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Practical legal guidance as your business grows.
We help growing companies navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges with clarity and confidence
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Build a strong legal foundation from day one.
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Navigate contracts, compliance, and growth.
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Manage risk and regulatory requirements with confidence.
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Support for fast-scaling companies preparing for investment.
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Cost-effective legal support without the overhead of a full-time hire.
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Navigate complex U.S. regulations and establish operations smoothly.
Trusted by startups and growing companies, Align Legal delivers practical, flexible, and cost-effective counsel. We don’t just advise—we act as a trusted partner focused on solutions that drive business growth.
Access high-value legal insight without a full-time GC salary.
From contracts and HR to compliance and governance.
Fractional, part-time, or project-based options that scale with you.
Practical solutions, not just legal theory.
Align Legal is trusted by entrepreneurs, founders, and executives who need reliable legal guidance without the complexity of traditional firms. While our practice is growing, we are proud to be a long-term partner to clients who appreciate clarity, responsiveness, and business-aligned legal support.
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