Outside General Counsel

Outside General Counsel Services for Businesses in California and Nevada

Trusted Legal Support for Ongoing Corporate Needs Without the Overhead

In today’s fast-paced and highly regulated business environment, companies need consistent, strategic legal advice—but not every business is ready to hire a full-time, in-house attorney. That’s where BestBusinessLawyer.com steps in. Our outside general counsel services provide California and Nevada businesses with dedicated legal support tailored to your size, industry, and stage of growth.

Whether you need help drafting contracts, navigating corporate compliance, managing employee issues, or overseeing complex transactions, our team serves as your trusted partner in day-to-day legal matters.

Trust us to deliver:

  • Ongoing legal counsel without the cost of a full-time legal department

  • Access to experienced corporate lawyers and business legal advisors

  • Responsive, strategic advice on commercial transactions and operations

  • Proactive risk management and legal compliance solutions

  • Personalized service focused on your business goals and structure

Our role as outside counsel is simple: we act as your on-call legal team—delivering smart, efficient solutions that align with your long-term success.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a trusted business counsel attorney and discover how we can support your legal needs on an ongoing basis.

General Corporate Counsel Services

Our corporate legal services are designed to support all aspects of your business operations, from formation to expansion. We assist companies of all sizes with routine legal tasks and complex issues alike.

Services include:

  • Business entity formation and restructuring

  • Corporate recordkeeping and governance support

  • Legal risk assessments and compliance planning

  • Business strategy and regulatory review

  • Negotiation and contract drafting across departments

  • Licensing and IP contracts

We also help businesses update legacy contracts to align with new laws, technologies, or operational shifts.

Employment Law Counseling

Navigating employment law is one of the most complex responsibilities for business owners. As your employment counsel, we help ensure compliance with California, Nevada, and federal labor laws.

Our employment legal services include:

  • Drafting employee handbooks and policies

  • Independent contractor vs. employee classification

  • Wage and hour compliance (FLSA, state laws)

  • Harassment prevention and training compliance (e.g., SB 1343 in California)

  • Disciplinary action and termination support

  • WARN Act and layoff guidance

We provide real-time HR legal advice to help prevent disputes and reduce the risk of lawsuits.

Regulatory Compliance and Governance

Compliance failures can expose your company to lawsuits, fines, and reputational harm. As your corporate compliance lawyer, we design and implement internal policies that meet your industry’s regulatory requirements.

Key compliance areas include:

  • Data privacy and cybersecurity (including CCPA/CPRA and HIPAA)

  • Financial reporting and SEC regulations

  • Anti-corruption (FCPA) and whistleblower protocols

  • Corporate ethics and governance policies

  • Board governance and fiduciary duties

We tailor compliance programs to match your size, risk profile, and operating jurisdictions.

Business Litigation Support

Even the best-run companies encounter legal disputes. As your ongoing legal advisors, we aim to resolve issues before they escalate into lawsuits—but we’re also ready to represent you in court if needed.

Our litigation support services include:

  • Pre-litigation risk analysis and strategy

  • Handling demand letters and legal correspondence

  • Responding to employee complaints or regulatory inquiries

  • Coordination with litigation counsel if a case proceeds

We help resolve conflicts efficiently, keeping your focus on your business—not on courtrooms.

Commercial Transactions & Business Deals

We serve as deal counsel for a wide range of business transactions, from vendor deals to multi-million-dollar sales and acquisitions. Our legal advice ensures your deals are smart, compliant, and structured for success.

We assist with:

  • Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures

  • Asset and stock purchase agreements

  • Financing and investor agreements

  • Real estate leasing and purchases

  • Franchise expansion support

Our deep transactional experience ensures smooth execution and minimal post-deal surprises.

Corporate Governance & Board Advisory

Strong governance builds investor confidence and reduces legal risk. Our attorneys help ensure your company operates with integrity and transparency at all levels.

We provide:

  • Governance document drafting and review

  • Board formation and policy development

  • Director/officer fiduciary duty analysis

  • Conflict of interest disclosures

  • Advisory support for board meetings and resolutions

Startups, nonprofits, and growing private companies benefit from corporate governance that scales with them.

Outside General Counsel for Startups

Startups often need general counsel support before they can afford to hire in-house. We offer flexible legal services to help you grow without costly missteps.

We support startups with:

  • Company formation and founder agreements

  • Cap table management and equity allocation

  • Convertible notes and SAFE financing

  • Regulatory compliance and IP protection

  • Employment, contractor, and vendor contracts

Our team offers cost-effective legal packages that evolve as your startup scales.

Our Approach to Outside General Counsel

We tailor our general counsel services based on the size, industry, and legal needs of your business. Our structured approach allows us to act efficiently and provide meaningful legal value from day one.

Step 1: Free Initial Consultation

We meet with you to understand your legal needs, goals, and pain points. This is where we assess if we’re the right fit for your business.

Step 2: Legal Needs Assessment

We review your existing contracts, policies, and operations. We identify risks and legal gaps, then prioritize the areas needing immediate attention.

Step 3: Customized Counsel Plan

We develop a flat-fee or retainer-based plan tailored to your business; we create a transparent structure that works for you.

Step 4: Ongoing Legal Support

We become your virtual legal department—available by phone, email, or meetings. We provide proactive guidance on everything from contract reviews to compliance deadlines.

Step 5: Long-Term Strategic Alignment

As your business evolves, we stay aligned with your goals. We scale services as needed, assist with transactions or litigation, and advise on complex legal and business decisions.

Schedule a Free Consultation with Your Outside General Counsel

Ready to streamline your legal operations and reduce risk without the expense of an in-house legal department? Our experienced outside general counsel attorneys are here to provide proactive, business-savvy legal support tailored to your unique needs in California and Nevada.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and get a custom legal support plan designed for your business.

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