Frequently Asked Questions

A Fractional CLO is an experienced attorney who serves as your on-demand executive-level legal leader. You get the same strategic expertise that large corporations rely on, but only when you need it—and without the full-time salary, benefits, or overhead. It’s like having a trusted Chief Legal Officer on speed dial.

Unlike a full-time in-house attorney (expensive and permanent) or a reactive outside law firm (billed by the hour for crises), a Fractional CLO provides proactive, ongoing strategic guidance at a fraction of the cost. We become part of your leadership team on an as-needed basis, focusing on prevention rather than just fixing problems.

Our services are ideal for small and mid-sized businesses, high-growth companies, and high-profile enterprises that need big-firm legal expertise but don’t yet require (or can’t afford) a full-time CLO. If you’re scaling, negotiating deals, managing risks, or handling compliance, we’re the perfect fit.

No. We work across most industries, including technology, manufacturing, real estate, professional services, healthcare, agriculture, and more. Our experience spans federal regulations and a wide range of business challenges.

We offer executive-level support in:

• Strategic Legal Advisory
• Risk Management
• Contract Review & Negotiation
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
• Employment & HR Guidance
• Intellectual Property Protection
• Mergers, Acquisitions & Transactions
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation Oversight
• Privacy & Data Protection
• Corporate Governance & Formation
• Personal Business Consulting
• Other Specialized Support

We provide oversight and strategy for litigation, but we partner with specialized trial attorneys when courtroom representation is needed. Our focus is keeping you out of court through proactive risk management and early dispute resolution.

All work is protected by attorney-client privilege. We use encrypted platforms, sign strict NDAs when requested, and operate with the same privacy standards as top law firms.

1. Schedule a confidential consultation.
2. We create a customized engagement plan based on your goals.
3. Your Fractional CLO integrates with your team and delivers ongoing strategic support—exactly when you need it.

You decide. Most clients start with 5–15 hours per month and adjust as needed. There’s no minimum commitment beyond the initial engagement plan.

Most clients begin receiving support within 1–2 weeks of the initial consultation.

Pricing is flexible and depends on the subscription model that best fits your needs. We offer tiered monthly subscription options ranging from operational support to full executive-level access. This provides predictable, high-value legal leadership at a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time Chief Legal Officer (which typically exceeds $250,000–$400,000 annually plus benefits).

No. All engagements are month-to-month. You can pause or cancel at any time with 30 days’ notice.

Most clients experience strong returns through avoided legal risks, stronger contracts, faster deal closures, improved compliance, and substantial savings compared to traditional hourly billing or full-time in-house counsel.

We scale with you. During busy periods (e.g., M&A, funding rounds, or regulatory changes), we simply increase hours or bring in our network of specialists—no need to hire anyone new.

Many clients use us alongside their existing counsel. We coordinate seamlessly and often reduce reliance on expensive outside firms by handling strategic work in-house.

We frequently work as an extension of small in-house teams—providing senior-level oversight, specialized expertise, or extra bandwidth during peak times.

We are licensed to practice law in Minnesota and North Dakota.

As a Fractional Chief Legal Officer business consulting firm, we provide strategic business advisory, risk management, contract strategy, compliance oversight, and executive guidance nationwide. Our services are structured as business consulting and do not constitute the practice of law in jurisdictions where we are not licensed.

When matters require formal legal opinions or filings in other states, we can coordinate with local licensed counsel as needed.

How do I schedule a consultation?
Simply click the “Request A Consultation” button above or the “Schedule a Confidential Consultation” button below and complete the short form.

You will receive an email confirming whether we can assist with your needs. If it’s a good fit, the confirmation email will include a booking link where you can schedule your confidential consultation at a convenient time.

Once booked, our team will reach out to you prior to the call.

Nothing formal is required—just be ready to share a high-level overview of your business goals, current challenges, and where you’d like legal support. We’ll handle the rest.