Running a business is exciting, but with growth comes new challenges. Contracts multiply, compliance requirements increase, and employment issues become more complex. Many business owners find themselves in a tough spot. Your legal needs are too significant for ad-hoc services by lawyers who don’t specialize in business law, but not large enough to justify hiring a full-time in-house attorney.
That is where a fractional general counsel (also called a part-time general counsel or outside general counsel) can make a difference.
What Is a Fractional General Counsel?
A fractional general counsel is an experienced business lawyer who serves as your company’s outside legal advisor on a part-time, flexible basis. Rather than paying the salary and benefits of a full-time hire, you gain ongoing, on-demand access to a dedicated attorney who understands your business, your values, and your goals.
Benefits of a Fractional or Part-Time General Counsel
Cost-Effective Legal Expertise
You get specialized legal support without the full-time expense. This is ideal for startups, family businesses, and growing companies.
Proactive Risk Management
Instead of waiting for problems to escalate into lawsuits, a fractional general counsel helps identify risks early and develops strategies to protect your company.
Scalable Legal Support
Your legal needs may change as your business grows. Fractional general counsel who are part of a law firm team can adapt to provide more or less support as needed.
Alignment with Business and Personal Values
At MSB Law, we know your company is more than just numbers on a balance sheet. A part-time general counsel works closely with you to ensure your legal strategy reflects and reinforces your mission, values, and long-term vision.
Fractional vs. Full-Time General Counsel
Hiring a full-time general counsel makes sense for larger organizations with constant, complex legal needs. But for many growing businesses, a fractional solution provides the perfect balance: trusted legal advice, predictable costs, and a long-term relationship without all the overhead.
Why Choose MSB Law for Fractional General Counsel Services?
At MSB Law, we are committed to supporting values-driven business leaders in Kansas, Missouri, and beyond. As fellow business owners, we understand the challenges you face. Our goal is to provide responsive, efficient, and proactive legal services that help your business thrive today while preparing for the future.
Whether you are launching a startup, expanding into new markets, or planning for succession, our fractional general counsel services give you the confidence of knowing your legal needs are covered.
Take the Next Step
Your business deserves consistent, reliable legal guidance without unnecessary cost or complexity. If you are ready to explore the benefits of a fractional general counsel or part-time general counsel, contact MSB Law today.