Many businesses from start-ups to large privately-held companies often elect not to have in-house counsel due to the cost and the burden of managing legal matters internally. Similarly, some in-house counsel simply do not have the time, and in some cases, the expertise in one or more practice areas, and require outside support.

WSMB attorneys have the breadth of legal knowledge and experience, as well as rich entrepreneurial pasts, that makes the firm an ideal provider of “outside general counsel” services. In fact, several of our attorneys held general counsel positions in privately held companies before joining the firm. WSMB brings a business owner’s mentality to the practice of law. Our attorneys combine their vast legal expertise with practical, “insider” advice to give real-world, cost-effective solutions to many businesses.

We work closely with our clients to manage expectations and set priorities, knowing from years of experience what works, what is and is not mission critical and what risks and challenges companies face. We want our clients to view us as a desirable and strategic long-term business partner, not simply a vendor or other necessary cost of doing business. We strongly believe the best client relationships are forged on that basis.