Outside General Counsel LLP

Expert Legal Support For Comprehensive Advertising and Marketing Campaigns

Support for startups with legal formation, governance, and growth strategies.

Comprehensive legal support for commercial contracts and transactions, catering to startups and large enterprises.

Comprehensive privacy and cybersecurity support ensuring compliance and risk management.

Comprehensive legal support for managing employment and labor issues throughout the employee lifecycle.

Expertise in navigating government contracts and international trade compliance for businesses.

Support for recruiting and managing foreign national workforce.

Comprehensive IP management and legal services tailored for business needs.

Optimizes legal spend while managing relationships with outside counsel.

Expert Guidance Throughout M&A Transactions and Financing Endeavors.

Comprehensive Legal Support for Real Estate Transactions.

Enhance compliance skills and meet regulatory standards effectively.

Provision of part-time or virtual senior in-house counsel to act as general counsel, align legal strategy with business goals, manage outside counsel, and provide scalable advisory services for startups through enterprises.

Products: Business Startups & Corporate Governance, Managing Outside Counsel & Litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions & Finance, Commercial Transactions & Contracts, Regulatory Compliance & Training, Data Privacy & Cybersecurity, Employment & Labor, Intellectual Property, Real Estate, Immigration, Advertising, Marketing & Promotions, Government Contracts & International Trade Compliance

Drafting, negotiation and lifecycle management of commercial contracts, vendor and partner agreements, nondisclosure agreements and licensing to reduce contractual risk and enable business operations.

Products: Commercial Transactions & Contracts, Advertising, Marketing & Promotions, Government Contracts & International Trade Compliance, Mergers and Acquisitions & Finance

Advisory and compliance services for privacy laws (for example GDPR and CCPA), data breach response, cybersecurity infrastructure and incident management to protect data and meet regulatory obligations.

Products: Data Privacy & Cybersecurity, Regulatory Compliance & Training, Managing Outside Counsel & Litigation

Strategic IP procurement, prosecution, registration, enforcement and licensing to protect patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets that underpin product and brand value.

Products: Intellectual Property, Advertising, Marketing & Promotions

End-to-end support for M&A, due diligence, deal documentation, financings, divestitures and post-close integration to execute transactions and mitigate legal risk.

Products: Mergers and Acquisitions & Finance, Business Startups & Corporate Governance, Commercial Transactions & Contracts

Counsel on employment policies, compensation and incentive plans, investigations, terminations and labor relations to manage workforce risk and ensure compliance.

Products: Employment & Labor, Business Startups & Corporate Governance

Support for federal, state and local government procurement, contract compliance, export control classification and licensing, sanctions and trade policy to enable public-sector engagement.

Products: Government Contracts & International Trade Compliance, Commercial Transactions & Contracts

Selection, management and oversight of outside litigation counsel, budgeting and litigation strategy alignment to control legal spend and improve outcomes.

Products: Managing Outside Counsel & Litigation

Counsel for commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, construction and related financing and transactional structuring.

Products: Real Estate

Support for corporate immigration matters, temporary visas, work authorization and mobility planning to enable global recruitment and maintain compliance.

Products: Immigration

Legal review and clearance for marketing campaigns, influencer agreements, content licensing and brand protection to minimize regulatory, IP and consumer exposure.

Products: Advertising, Marketing & Promotions, Intellectual Property

Design and delivery of regulatory compliance programs, policies and training to build organizational awareness and meet regulatory expectations.

Products: Regulatory Compliance & Training, Data Privacy & Cybersecurity

Advertising, Marketing & Promotions

OGC provides advisory services for advertising, marketing and promotional campaigns across digital and traditional media. The team negotiates and drafts agreements, guides policy creation, protects brand assets, and handles IP licensing and enforcement related to campaigns. Services span network agreements, copy clearance, policy development, brand launches and expansion, content production, licensing, influencer arrangements, and related IP protections.

• Ensure Compliance And Integrity
  OGC facilitates thorough reviews of advertising copy to confirm it meets legal standards and protects brand reputation.
• Safeguard Brand Equity
  Implement legal measures to defend brand integrity and address potential infringements proactively.
• Support Campaign Execution
  Ensure robust agreements are in place for effective campaign execution across various advertising networks.
• Facilitate Successful Launches
  Offer legal and strategic support for new brand introductions and market expansions.
• Enable Smooth Content Use
  Ensure all necessary rights are secured for content utilized in marketing initiatives.
• Protect Creative Works
  Assist in the registration and enforcement of copyrights related to marketing content.
• Address IP Violations
  Engage in legal actions to combat and defend against intellectual property infringements.
• Ensure Brand Recognition
  Manage trademark processes to safeguard brand identity in marketing initiatives.
• Guide Campaign Compliance
  Develop tailored advertising policies to steer strategies and ensure legal adherence throughout campaigns.

Business Startups & Corporate Governance

OGC assists startups and growing companies with formation, structuring and ongoing governance. The firm offers a part-time GC model, board and advisory agreements, governance documents, equity plans, employment letters, and shareholder agreements to help emerging and scaling businesses operate efficiently and stay compliant.

• Facilitate Business Setup
  Support the foundational aspects of startups by aiding in company formation and structural design.
• Establish Governance Best Practices
  Implement effective governance policies that align with legal requirements and support ethical practices.
• Define Key Roles
  Facilitate clarity in governance by outlining responsibilities and terms for board members and advisors.

Commercial Transactions & Contracts

OGC handles day-to-day commercial legal needs for companies from startups to Fortune 500, drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts across technologies and industries. The practice covers general and specialized transactions, cross-functional licensing, and vendor and partner agreements.

• Streamline Contract Management
  OGC provides proactive management of commercial contracts to ensure compliance and performance, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Protect Sensitive Information
  Drafting NDAs that legally safeguard proprietary information during business negotiations and collaborations.
• Navigate Government Regulations
  OGC provides essential assistance in securing and managing government contracts, ensuring compliance with complex regulations.

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity

OGC’s privacy attorneys assist companies of all sizes with their compliance efforts. Our team brings significant in-house counsel experience, advising on U.S. and international privacy compliance issues, including GDPR and CCPA, while ensuring effective data breach management and cybersecurity strategies.

• Ensure Legal Compliance
  Assisting organizations in meeting regulatory standards to avoid fines and enhance their reputation.
• Build Robust Cybersecurity Systems
  Establishing advanced security protocols to protect clients' data, reducing vulnerabilities and enhancing trust.
• Implement Effective Breach Management Protocols
  Responding swiftly to data breaches to mitigate damage, comply with legal requirements, and restore client confidence.

Employment & Labor

OGC supports the employee lifecycle with policies, programs, and agreements that help manage labor and employment issues. The team provides practical guidance on policies, investigations, terminations, and compensation.

• Enhance Labor Relations
  Support effective communication and relationship management between employers and employees.
• Design Compensation Plans
  Tailor incentive plans to align with business objectives and motivate employees effectively.
• Implement Dispute Resolution
  Proactively address disputes to avoid litigation and maintain workplace harmony.

Government Contracts & International Trade Compliance

OGC assists clients with government contracts and international trade compliance across procurement, licenses and sanctions. Services cover federal, state and local contracting as well as ITAR/EAR licensing, sanctions, policy development and training.

• Navigate Complex Procurements
  Comprehensive support throughout the entire government contracting process.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance
  Assist businesses in properly classifying and licensing exports to comply with trade laws.

Immigration

OGC assists companies with immigration needs to support global recruitment. Services include documenting eligibility, preparing petitions, and advising on work authorization for foreign nationals.

• Facilitates Recruitment Of Foreign Nationals
  Provides essential support in navigating corporate immigration processes to attract and retain international talent.
• Prepares Temporary Visa Petitions
  Guides companies in successfully navigating the temporary visa application process to meet their workforce needs.

Intellectual Property

OGC’s IP team handles a full spectrum of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters. As former in-house IP counsel, they provide budget-conscious, business-centered IP counsel and management.

• Implement Enforcement Strategies
  Develop actionable plans to enforce IP rights, preventing unauthorized use of intellectual property.
• Support Patent Prosecution
  Assist clients in navigating patent applications and assessments to ensure robust protection of innovations.
• Protect Copyright Works
  Secure legal protection for creative works by registering copyrights, ensuring recognition and rights of the creator.

Managing Outside Counsel & Litigation

OGC acts as a liaison to optimize legal spend and relationships with outside counsel. The team supports objective setting, budgeting, vendor management, and litigation strategy to improve efficiency and outcomes.

• Align Legal Work With Goals
  Ensures that all legal activities are directly aligned with business objectives, controlling expenditures and maximizing utility.
• Select Outside Counsel
  Identifies and oversees suitable external counsel, streamlining legal representation for litigation.

Mergers and Acquisitions & Finance

OGC supports companies at all stages of growth, from emerging startups to the Fortune 500, on both domestic and global transactions. Our work includes providing counsel on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and financings.

• Ensure Deal Success
  Conduct thorough due diligence processes to identify risks and ensure successful deal closures.
• Comprehensive M&A Services
  Guide clients through all stages of mergers and acquisitions, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance.

Real Estate

OGC offers broad real estate support, including purchase and sale, commercial leases, construction, and related deal structuring. The team also assists with financing and transactional matters in real estate.

• Manage Property Transactions
  We facilitate the purchase and sale of commercial, industrial, and residential properties, ensuring a smooth and legally compliant process.
• Facilitate Commercial Leasing
  OGC provides expert counsel on commercial leases, helping clients navigate complex agreements to secure their business premises.

Regulatory Compliance & Training

OGC provides regulatory compliance training and related training resources to help clients implement compliance programs and stay up to date with regulatory expectations.

• Build Regulatory Awareness
  Clients receive tailored training programs designed to enhance their understanding of regulatory requirements, ensuring they stay compliant with industry standards.