An embedded legal function for your business.
We sit inside your business, not outside it. That changes everything.
Our story
Most founders turn to a lawyer when something goes wrong. By then, the options are limited, the cost is high, and the outcome is uncertain. Retained works differently. We operate as your internal legal function, so you have the right guidance before decisions are made, not after.
We cover the full range of commercial and business legal matters that founder-led businesses face. From day-to-day contracts to complex negotiations, from employment questions to founder disputes, we give you clear, commercial thinking whenever you need it.
We’re here to help your business move forward, not get in the way.
What we cover.
Commercial Contracts
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating the agreements your business relies on. Customer contracts, supplier agreements, service terms, NDAs, licensing, and more. We make sure your contracts protect you without killing the deal.
Employment and People
Hiring the right way, managing contractors, handling disputes, and building a people structure that scales. We cover employment contracts, offer letters, contractor agreements, disciplinary processes, and general HR guidance.
Founder and Shareholder Matters
Founder agreements, shareholder disputes, equity arrangements, and the legal dynamics that come with having co-founders or investors. We help you get these foundations right and navigate them when they get complicated.
Corporate and Governance
Company structure, board documentation, shareholder agreements, and keeping your corporate housekeeping in order. Essential as you prepare for investment, new hires, or an exit.
General Legal Guidance
The day-to-day questions that do not fit a neat category. Sense-checking a decision, reviewing an unusual clause, understanding what a legal term means in practice. We are your first call, not your last resort.
Negotiations
Acting as your legal voice in commercial negotiations. Whether you are dealing with a major customer, a supplier, a partner, or an investor, we help you understand the terms and push for what matters.
How it works.
Introduction CallWe start with a conversation. We want to understand your business, where you are, and what you need from a legal partner. There is no obligation and no agenda, just an honest discussion about fit.
OnboardingOnce we agree to work together, we take time to properly understand your business, your existing contracts, your team structure, and your priorities. Good legal support starts with knowing your business inside out.
Ongoing SupportFrom there, we operate as your embedded legal function. You reach out when you need us, using our portal. We respond quickly, give clear advice, and flag issues before they become problems. As your business grows, we grow with it.