Overview
What is a Fractional General Counsel?
The Fractional GC Service is a flexible way for businesses to access experienced legal and operational support without the need for a full-time hire. It’s ideal for companies that are scaling, going through change, or just need an extra pair of hands to deal with legal matters, contracts, governance, risk, compliance or strategic projects.
What we offer is a tailored, part-time service where we effectively become part of your team – available weekly, monthly, or on an agreed schedule – providing consistent, strategic input and support as needed. It’s designed to give leadership teams and founders peace of mind, knowing they have someone reliable who understands the business and can get stuck in when required.
Our Fractional General Counsel Services
We provide strategic, day-to-day, and project-based legal support tailored to your business. Typical areas we cover include:
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Ongoing Legal Oversight: We embed ourselves in your business to spot issues early, advise proactively, and manage risk before it becomes costly.
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Contract Review and Negotiation: From supplier agreements to client contracts, we ensure your contracts are clear, balanced, and aligned with your goals.
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Governance & Compliance: We help you establish sound governance frameworks and stay compliant with regulatory obligations as your business grows.
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Employment and HR: We advise on HR-related legal matters—from hiring and policies to disputes and exits—creating strong foundations for your team.
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Commercial Strategy & Risk Management: We’re not just lawyers - we’re strategic partners. We work closely with your leadership team to ensure legal considerations support your broader commercial objectives.
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IP and Brand Protection: We help you identify, register, and enforce your intellectual property rights—ensuring your ideas are protected as you grow.
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International Services Management: We can manage international relationships and ensure seamless working practices with different jurisdictions.
Benefits of a Fractional General Counsel
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Flexible and Scalable: Support that grows with you - choose the time commitment and service level that fits your needs.
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Strategic Insight: We don’t just handle contracts - we help shape business decisions with legal insight built in.
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Trusted Partnership: We become part of your team, building strong relationships with founders, execs, and investors alike.
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Affordable Senior Expertise: Get the benefit of experienced legal leadership without the full-time salary or commitment.
Key Contact
For expert assistance and tailored solutions, contact:
David Ludlow
Head of Fractional General Counsel Services
david.ludlow@impactlawyers.co.uk
07740 918166
Testimonials
Discover how we’ve made a difference for our clients:
"Impact's data protection team provided invaluable support during our GDPR compliance project. Their attention to detail and proactive approach ensured everything went smoothly."
"We worked with Impact on a complex data breach incident, and their expertise was evident throughout the process. They handled all legal aspects efficiently, allowing us to focus on our business."
"The team at Impact helped us draft comprehensive privacy policies. Their strategic advice and practical solutions were key to achieving a favourable outcome."
"Impact's guidance on our IP strategy was exceptional. They navigated the legal complexities with ease, ensuring we maximised the value of our IP assets."
Fractional GC Updates
Stay informed with the latest Fractional GC updates and insights from our team via our News and Insights page.
Why Use Us
Choosing Impact means:
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Partnering with a team that combines expertise with real-world business understanding and an understanding of what makes people tick.
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Accessing practical, cost-effective solutions tailored to your needs.
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Receiving responsive and proactive support to address challenges effectively.
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You will also be supporting a legal and business services firm which ensures that the working arrangements and work-life balance of the consultants is a healthy and happy one, enabling them to provide a better service to you.
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By working with us you will help support our community impact initiatives which you can read more about here.
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We are dedicated to delivering results that empower your business to thrive.
How We Act for Our Clients
Our approach is client-focused and collaborative. We:
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Listen to your unique needs and challenges.
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Provide clear, actionable advice without unnecessary jargon.
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Develop tailored strategies to mitigate risks and achieve your objectives.
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Work as an extension of your team to ensure seamless support.
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Consider the legal, financial and human in our risk analysis and decision making.
Related Services
Expand your capabilities with our additional legal and business services:
Legal:
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For Founders & Investors
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Employment Law and HR Support
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Corporate & M&A
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Data Privacy
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Immigration Law
Business:
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HR Support
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Employment Law and HR Training
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Leadership and Management Training and Development
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Commercial Business Advice
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Directors’ Duties and Corporate Governance
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Financial Services & Fin Tech
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ESG
Contact Impact today to discover how we can support your business with tailored legal and business solutions that deliver real impact.