As your business grows, legal challenges become more complex. Gentry Locke’s Outside General Counsel services provide the benefits of having seasoned General Counsel without the cost of a full-time attorney. Our fractional support gives you access to experienced attorneys who understand your business and deliver practical, strategic advice.
Why Choose Gentry Locke:
Experienced Leadership
Our team includes attorneys with prior senior in-house roles, including General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer positions from public companies such as Advance Auto Parts, Norfolk Southern, as well as the government sector such as a state agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and more. We bring real-world experience and business insight to every engagement.
Industry Specific Knowledge
We develop deep knowledge and proficiency in your industry to help assess legal risks, solve problems efficiently, and stay ahead of regulatory changes. From Construction, Transportation, Retail, Energy, Government Contracting, and more, we have the experience and knowledge to guide you.
Strategic Planning Support
We work alongside business owners and leadership teams to incorporate legal and risk considerations into strategic planning, ensuring your growth is protected. We can assist in legal department planning, budgets and growth models as needed, including oversight during a General Counsel vacancy/search. During a General Counsel vacancy/transition, we can also help develop a legal strategy or design the legal function and organization for the client before it moves forward.
Dispute & Transaction Oversight
From managing litigation to overseeing complex transactions, we safeguard your interests at every stage. We have a full bench of commercial litigators who have the experience and industry knowledge when needed.
Day-to-Day Legal Guidance
Need quick answers or contract review? We’re responsive and ready to assist with everyday legal counseling, agreement negotiation, and more.
CEO and Board Guidance
We have deep experience in advising CEOs and Boards of Directors on strategic planning, shareholder engagement, board governance, succession planning, board administration and more. Our attorneys have experience with additional Board activities, such as board assessments, board refreshment, activist shareholders, etc.
Fractional General Counsel Advantage
Enjoy the benefits of a dedicated legal advisor without the overhead of a full-time position. Our flexible model scales with your business needs.
Partnering with Gentry Locke as your outside general counsel means gaining a trusted legal partner invested in your company’s long-term success. We combine strategic insight, responsive service, and practical solutions to help you manage risk, seize opportunities, and focus on growing your business with confidence.
