About
Corporate Legal Services—When and How Your Business Needs Them
GC Solutions provides practical, business-focused legal support to help companies manage risk, stay compliant, and move forward with confidence. We work with organizations that need experienced legal guidance—whether to supplement an existing in-house team or to serve as outside general counsel.
Legal Services That Grow with Your Business—Without Surprises
Every business needs legal support, but not every business needs a full-time legal department. GC Solutions offers flexible, right-sized legal services that adapt to your stage of growth, operational complexity, and budget.
For startups and fast-growing companies, we provide critical legal guidance without the cost or commitment of hiring in-house counsel. For mid-sized businesses, GC Solutions augments existing legal resources, helping leadership teams manage increasing complexity, regulatory exposure, and outside counsel more efficiently.
GC Solutions was founded by Janet Bawcom, a seasoned corporate legal executive with more than 30 years of experience advising businesses ranging from Fortune 500 companies to technology startups. Janet brings a practical, in-house perspective that is focused on business outcomes, not billable hours.
Flexible Fee Structures, Including Fractional General Counsel Services
GC Solutions offers predictable, flexible fee arrangements designed to align with how businesses actually operate. Our fractional general counsel services give companies ongoing access to senior-level legal leadership without hourly billing surprises or long-term overhead.
About Fractional General Counsel Services
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fractional general counsel?
A fractional general counsel is a senior attorney who provides ongoing, part-time or flexible in-house legal support. This model gives businesses access to experienced legal leadership without the cost of hiring a full-time general counsel or building a legal department.
How is a fractional general counsel different from a law firm?
Traditional law firms are typically engaged for specific matters and bill by the hour. Fractional general counsel services focus on preventing problems, managing risk proactively, and coordinating outside counsel more efficiently—often reducing overall legal spend.
When does a company need a fractional general counsel?
Companies often benefit from fractional general counsel services during periods of growth or change—such as fundraising, acquisitions, increased hiring, regulatory scrutiny, or expanding operations. If leadership is making strategic decisions that carry legal risk but lacks in-house legal guidance, a fractional general counsel can be a smart next step.
What types of companies use fractional general counsel services?
Startups, high-growth companies, and mid-market businesses commonly use fractional general counsel services. These organizations need senior-level legal oversight, contract management, and risk mitigation but are not yet ready—or do not want—to hire a full-time in-house attorney.