Fractional General Counsel Services in Philadelphia

Every growing business needs experienced legal counsel, but not every company can justify the expense of a full-time general counsel. Salaries for in-house general counsel are a significant investment that may exceed what your business currently requires. That’s where fractional general counsel services provide the perfect solution.

At Spengler & Agans, our fractional general counsel services provide your Philadelphia business with access to experienced legal leadership on a flexible and cost-effective basis. You get the strategic guidance, legal oversight, and proactive counsel your business needs, scaled to match your actual requirements and budget.

What Is a Fractional General Counsel?

A fractional general counsel serves as your company’s chief legal officer on a part-time or as-needed basis. Rather than hiring a full-time attorney, you engage our firm to provide ongoing legal support tailored to your business needs. This might mean regular monthly consultations, availability for specific issues as they arise, or a hybrid approach that adapts as your business evolves.

Our fractional GC services provide continuity and in-depth knowledge of your business that you can’t get from engaging different attorneys for each issue. We become familiar with your operations, industry, goals, and challenges, enabling us to provide informed guidance that aligns with your business strategy.

How Fractional General Counsel Services Benefit Your Business

Some major benefits of engaging our firm for fractional GC services include the following:

• Cost Efficiency: You pay only for the legal services you need, when you need them, at a fraction of the cost of a full-time general counsel.
• Strategic Legal Guidance: Get proactive legal advice that helps you identify risks, seize opportunities, and make informed business decisions before issues become problems.
• Contract Management: We review, negotiate, and manage your critical business contracts, ensuring favorable terms and protecting your interests in vendor agreements, customer contracts, and partnership arrangements.
• Compliance Oversight: Stay ahead of regulatory requirements, data privacy rules, and industry-specific regulations that affect your business.
• Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks in your operations and implement strategies to minimize exposure and protect your business assets.
• Vendor and Outside Counsel Management: We coordinate with specialists when needed, managing outside counsel relationships to control costs and ensure quality representation.
• Board and Leadership Support: Provide legal guidance to your board of directors and executive team on corporate governance, strategic initiatives, and significant business decisions.

Who Benefits from Fractional General Counsel?

Our fractional GC services are ideal for startups and early-stage companies that require sophisticated legal guidance but are not yet ready for a full-time hire. They are also suitable for growing businesses expanding into new markets or product lines, established companies seeking to reduce legal costs without compromising quality, and businesses facing increased regulatory complexity or legal risk.

Flexible Engagement Models

We structure our fractional general counsel services to match your needs. Whether you prefer a monthly subscription for ongoing availability, project-based engagements for specific initiatives, or hourly arrangements for as-needed consultation, we create an engagement that suits your business and budget.

Partner with Experienced Business Attorneys for Fractional General Counsel Services

The attorneys at Spengler & Agans bring extensive experience in startup law, business transactions, and commercial litigation to our fractional general counsel practice. We understand the legal challenges Philadelphia businesses face and provide practical, business-focused counsel that helps you navigate complexity with confidence.

Ready to add experienced legal leadership to your team? Contact Spengler & Agans at 704-910-5469 or online to discuss how our fractional general counsel services can benefit your business.