Leading your legal affairs
Senior legal expertise embedded in your strategic decisions
Legal leadership, when you truly need it
The Fractional General Counsel (also called Fractional GC) offers a more flexible, strategic approach to managing your legal affairs. An experienced lawyer, who has served as a General Counsel or senior in-house advisor, steps in to lead your legal matters at the right time, without the commitment of a full-time hire.
A true business partner, your Fractional GC integrates seamlessly into your leadership team. They drive your legal strategy, anticipate challenges, and implement sustainable systems that strengthen governance, mitigate risk, and reduce reliance on costly external legal services.
Our approach
A unique methodology designed to deliver practical, measurable results
1. Addressing immediate priorities
We start by resolving the most pressing legal issues you have identified.
2. Understanding your business model, strategy, and legal framework
We take the time to understand who you are, what you do, and where you are heading.
3. Legal risk mapping
We conduct a structured and systematic assessment of your key legal risks.
1. Clear, actionable recommendations
We provide clear recommendations supported by transparent decision-making analysis.
2. An action plan aligned with identified priorities and ongoing operations
We develop a legal roadmap based on approved recommendations and your existing priorities.
1. Implementation of the action plan and day-to-day legal support
We execute the agreed plan while handling ongoing legal needs.
2. Participation in executive and board meetings
We attend leadership or board meetings as your embedded legal advisor, as needed.
3. Coordination with external specialized counsel
We act as the central coordinator among all legal service providers.
4. Monthly and/or quarterly monitoring of legal matters
We keep you informed on progress and execution of the action plan.
5. Legal dashboards and key performance indicators
We maintain a customized legal dashboard providing a clear, up-to-date view of your organization’s legal health.
The Legal Maturity Index: a practical starting point
The Delegatus difference
Lawyers who understand your business reality
An average of 20 years of practical experience
More than 80 legal professionals
Greater control over external legal spend
Advanced technological tools
A certified B Corp organization
Legal support tailored to your needs
Frequently asked questions
It is a structured assessment of your organization’s legal maturity across four core areas:
- Corporate structure, governance, and compliance
- Employment and HR
- Contracts and commercial relationships
- Protection of tangible and intangible assets
Each area is scored from 1 to 5 and supported by a report highlighting immediate areas of exposure. It is a practical tool for management teams, investors, and acquirers, especially ahead of capital injections.
No. Delegatus lawyers are independent entrepreneurs. Delegatus is not a staffing agency. While they work closely with your team and integrate into your operations, they remain members of the Delegatus Collective.
Your Fractional GC serves as your primary point of contact and coordinates the broader Collective based on your needs. Whether you are dealing with a dispute, a transaction, or an intellectual property issue, your lawyer brings in the right professionals, at rates typically lower than those of traditional large firms. A dedicated client team can also be assembled from the outset to support a wide range of legal needs. That’s the strength of the Collective!
Join the Collective
Are you an experienced in-house lawyer?
Delegatus is growing to meet increasing demand for Fractional GC mandates.
If you have held a senior in-house or General Counsel role and bring more than 10 years of experience in business law, we would be pleased to connect!
