By Attorney Andrei Jingan | Law Office of Andrei Jingan
Serving the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Walnut Creek, Redwood City, Concord, Sacramento, and all of California.
California is one of the most heavily regulated and legally complex business environments in the United States. From employment laws to contractual obligations, consumer privacy requirements, compliance expectations, and operational risks, California companies face legal challenges every day — challenges that grow as a business expands.
Many companies cannot justify the cost of hiring a full-time in-house attorney, yet operating without consistent legal guidance exposes businesses to preventable disputes, violations, and liabilities.
This is why the Outside General Counsel (OGC) model has become essential for California businesses. It provides companies with continuous legal support, strategic advice, risk management, and contract protection — without the cost or commitment of a full-time legal hire.
As a licensed California Attorney with more than 15 years of combined legal experience, including over 5 years as in-house counsel and more than 10 years in corporate legal operations, contracts management, and legal administration, I help businesses throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Walnut Creek, Concord, Redwood City, Sacramento, and statewide receive the legal support they need to thrive.
This guide explains what Outside General Counsel is, why it matters, what services are included, how pricing works, and how your business can benefit from ongoing legal partnership.
An Outside General Counsel (OGC) is a licensed attorney who serves as your business’s primary legal advisor on an ongoing basis — functioning much like an in-house general counsel, but without being a full-time employee.
Businesses may use OGC services on:
With OGC support, your company gains:
OGC is the modern, cost-efficient solution for businesses that need continuous legal guidance.
California’s legal environment includes:
Employers must follow strict rules concerning wage and hour compliance, meal and rest breaks, overtime, leave laws, harassment prevention, discrimination, and worker classification.
California businesses regularly enter into agreements with vendors, clients, landlords, technology providers, and contractors — often with significant financial and operational implications.
Even small companies must comply with data privacy requirements and protect customer information through proper disclosures, internal processes, and documentation.
Corporations and LLCs must maintain operational formalities, proper records, and governance documents to remain compliant and protect owners.
California employers and businesses face heightened risk of claims, disputes, and regulatory investigations.
These challenges make legal guidance not just helpful — but necessary.
Without an attorney available to provide continuous guidance, businesses often experience:
Many companies wait until a problem arises to call a lawyer — by then, it may be too late or significantly more expensive.
Owners frequently face questions such as:
Guessing is dangerous; missteps can lead to costly consequences.
California employers face high exposure for employment law violations — even small errors can lead to significant claims.
Businesses may unknowingly agree to unfair or risky terms.
Required policies, notices, and operational procedures are often missing or outdated.
Uncertainty leads to hesitation. With OGC support, decisions become quicker and more reliable.
Outside General Counsel services include:
Contracts form the foundation of your business. OGC services provide:
I help companies with:
Proper governance protects owners and ensures compliance. I assist with:
OGC services help identify risks early and implement solutions before issues escalate.
I help businesses create:
Clear policies support consistent operations. These include:
As your OGC, I answer the legal questions that arise every day, helping you make informed and confident business decisions.
Fractional GC services go beyond traditional OGC support. As Fractional General Counsel:
This model is ideal for companies with active legal needs but not enough work or budget for a full-time general counsel.
I support businesses in:
Each industry requires tailored legal approaches — which I provide.
Businesses in San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, and surrounding cities face:
OGC services help maintain compliance and reduce risk.
Companies in Palo Alto, Mountain View, San Jose, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale benefit from:
Fractional GC services are especially valuable for scaling companies.
Businesses in Walnut Creek, Concord, Pleasant Hill, Danville, and nearby areas often need:
Companies in Redwood City, San Mateo, Menlo Park, and Palo Alto benefit from:
Industries here include:
These businesses benefit from risk mitigation, safety policies, and strong contract protections.
Businesses in Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, Elk Grove, Rocklin, and surrounding regions require:
OGC provides practical and cost-efficient legal help.
I believe in transparent, predictable pricing.
$275–$325 per hour, depending on complexity.
$2,500–$3,000 per month
Ideal for smaller businesses or those with light legal needs.
$4,500–$5,500 per month
Perfect for growing companies needing frequent legal support.
$8,500–$10,500 per month
Best for companies seeking a part-time General Counsel.
Available for:
I am a licensed California Attorney and founder of the Law Office of Andrei Jingan.
I bring over 15 years of combined legal experience, including:
My background gives me a unique understanding of:
Clients appreciate my responsiveness, clarity, strategic thinking, and practical approach.
My mission is to help your business operate confidently and avoid unnecessary legal risk.
A licensed attorney who provides ongoing legal services to your business as if they were an in-house general counsel, but on a part-time or subscription basis.
Yes — including the Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Walnut Creek, Redwood City, Concord, Sacramento, and beyond.
I primarily focus on preventive legal support. When litigation is necessary, I assist in coordinating with litigation counsel and guide strategy.
Yes — retainers can be scaled up or down based on your business needs.
Absolutely. Startups benefit from contract frameworks, employment structures, and compliance systems that support growth and investment readiness.
Your business deserves consistent, reliable legal support from an attorney who understands both law and business operations.
If you’re located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Walnut Creek, Redwood City, Concord, Sacramento, or anywhere in California, I invite you to reach out.
