Get senior-level legal expertise without the cost of a full-time hire. Flexible and scalable support that integrates with your leadership team to guide contracts, compliance, and growth strategy.
Fractional General Counsel services provide start-ups and growing businesses with experienced, in-house legal support—on a flexible, as-needed basis. Instead of hiring a full-time attorney, companies gain access to a dedicated legal partner who understands their business, operates as part of their team, and helps manage day-to-day legal needs efficiently and strategically.
Companies choose the Fractional General Counsel model when they need consistent legal guidance but don’t yet require a full-time hire. This approach bridges the gap between expensive outside counsel and the limited reach of ad-hoc legal support. It allows founders and leadership teams to work directly with counsel who knows their business, anticipates risks, and helps them move faster with confidence.
Engaging a Fractional General Counsel combines the best of both worlds—strategic in-house insight and flexible cost control. Businesses benefit from proactive legal advice tailored to their goals without the overhead of a full-time salary or the high hourly rates of traditional firms. A Fractional General Counsel becomes a dedicated, long-term resource who can draft and negotiate contracts, manage compliance, and align legal priorities with business objectives
Consider bringing on a Fractional General Counsel when your business needs regular legal input but not a full-time legal department. Common triggers include negotiating recurring contracts, raising capital, managing growth across states, or navigating increasing regulatory complexity.Because the engagement is flexible, you only pay for the support you need—when you need it—while still benefiting from an experienced, integrated legal partner.
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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.
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