Ongoing legal counsel for businesses and organizations on a monthly retainer basis.
Legal Retainer Services
A legal retainer is a continuing arrangement that gives a business, organization, or family steady access to counsel for routine legal matters. Our retainer work is consultative in nature. We provide ongoing legal advice, regular review of contracts, policies, and documents, and guidance on the day-to-day legal questions that come up over time.
This arrangement suits clients who want counsel already familiar with their situation, rather than starting fresh with a new lawyer for each concern.
Who we work with
Startups. Young companies face frequent legal questions as they grow, often before they have in-house counsel. We advise on contracts with customers, suppliers, and employees, review agreements before they are signed, and help founders understand their legal obligations as the business develops.
Family corporations. Family-owned businesses often involve both corporate and family considerations. We advise on governance questions, review internal agreements and policies, and provide guidance on compliance with corporate requirements, so owners can make informed decisions.
Established businesses and organizations. We serve as retained counsel for organizations in sectors such as Construction, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Manufacturing and other Services , providing continuing advice and document review.
Families and individuals. Some clients prefer an ongoing relationship with a lawyer for personal and family legal matters. We provide consultation on family law questions, review of family-related documents and agreements, and advice on matters such as succession and estate planning.
Matters we handle
Ongoing legal advisory and consultation
Review of contracts, agreements, and policies
Review of and advice on correspondence and demand letters
Consultation on family and personal legal matters
Priority access to counsel for routine questions
How the engagement works
A retainer is set out in a written agreement that defines the routine matters it covers and the support included. Because counsel works with the client over time, context carries from one matter to the next instead of being explained anew each time.
Common questions
What is the difference between a retainer and a one-time consultation?
A consultation addresses a single matter. A retainer is an ongoing advisory relationship covering routine legal questions over a set period.
Can a startup benefit from a legal retainer?
Yes. Startups often need regular contract review and legal advice as they grow, and a retainer provides that without hiring in-house counsel.
Can families have a lawyer on retainer?
Yes. A family may retain counsel for ongoing advice on personal and family legal matters, and for review of related documents.
What does a retainer cover?
Routine legal consultation and document review, as defined in the retainer agreement.
Related areas
For a single, project-based matter, see our Legal Consultancy practice. Retainer work also draws regularly on our Business & Corporate Law practice.