When Should a Growing Business Hire Outside General Counsel?

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As a business grows, legal issues become more frequent, even if they aren’t always obvious. Customer contracts, employee policies, software licensing, marketing compliance, and regulatory requirements can create risks that are expensive to fix later.

Many companies wait until they receive a legal notice or face a dispute before speaking with an attorney. In many cases, ongoing outside general counsel can help identify and prevent those issues before they become major problems.

This guide explains:

What outside general counsel does
How fractional general counsel helps startups and growing businesses
Why operational risk assessments matter
The importance of software license agreements
How marketing compliance protects your business

If you’re evaluating whether your company needs ongoing legal support, this article provides a practical overview:

What Is Outside General Counsel and Why Modern Businesses Need One

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