Interim General Counsel:
Legal Solutions to Protect your Business and Keep it Growing
Ensure your business never finds itself in the “legal hot seat.” Our Interim General Counsel service provides experienced legal expertise and leadership on a flexible, short-term basis.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
Comprehensive Interim Legal Leadership
Everything you need to maintain seamless legal operations during transitions
Seamless Legal Coverage
Our attorneys step in quickly to maintain continuity and minimize disruption across the entire scope of your legal operations. We keep your legal function running smoothly.
Experienced Counsel On-Demand
Access seasoned in-house legal professionals with deep knowledge across corporate law, compliance, employment law, and contract management—without the long-term commitment.
Flexible Engagements
Whether for weeks or months, we tailor the duration and scope of engagement to your company’s specific needs. We scale our involvement based on what your business requires.
Integrated Support
Your interim counsel works directly with your leadership team, external counsel, and internal departments to ensure alignment and consistency from day one.
Strategic Insight
Beyond handling daily operations, our interim counsel provides actionable guidance to strengthen the core of your legal infrastructure for the future of your company.
WHEN TO CONSIDER
Is Interim General Counsel Right for You?
Employee Leave
Unexpected Departures
Project-Based Needs
Spikes in Legal Matters
Hiring Transitions
With OGC, you get the benefit of asking the 5-minute questions anytime you want, without costing a fortune.
The OGC Difference
Why Choose Outside General Counsel
Focused on business outcomes, not billable hours
Fixed-Fee Pricing
Predictable costs without surprise bills or hourly rate anxiety
In-House Experience
Attorneys who understand corporate needs from the inside
Rapid Response
Accessible, responsive support when you need it most
Business Focus
We prioritize outcomes that move your business forward
True Partnership
Month-to-month model built on earning your trust daily
Full Integration
We become a seamless extension of your team
Stay Protected. Stay Productive.
Bridge the gap with Interim General Counsel by Outside General Counsel. Don’t let a temporary legal vacancy put your business at risk.
INTERIM GENERAL COUNSEL
Frequently Asked Questions
How Quickly Can Outside General Counsel provide interim legal support?
We offer rapid deployment and can typically step in within 24-48 hours to ensure uninterrupted legal coverage for your business. Our streamlined onboarding process gets experienced legal leadership in place fast.
What is the minimum engagement period for interim legal services?
We tailor our engagements to your specific needs. Whether you need coverage for a few weeks or several months, we’ll customize the arrangement to fit your situation—no rigid contracts or minimum terms.
Will the interim counsel work on-site or remotely?
We offer flexible arrangements, including on-site, remote, or hybrid support, depending on your preferences and needs. Our goal is to integrate seamlessly with your team’s workflow.
How does interim general counsel differ from traditional law firm support?
Unlike traditional law firms that handle specific legal matters on a project basis, our interim counsel steps into the general counsel role—handling day-to-day legal operations, strategic guidance, and coordination across all legal needs, just as an in-house attorney would.
What industries do you serve with interim legal services?
We work with small and mid-sized businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, chemicals, consumer products, construction and real estate, retail, food and beverage, and SaaS companies throughout the Chicago area and Illinois.