Managing Legal for Portfolio Companies

Managing multiple portfolio companies means wearing a lot of hats—and legal shouldn’t be one of them.

As a fund manager, operator, or family office advisor, you need trusted legal partners who can proactively manage risk, streamline operations, and scale alongside your companies. That’s why selecting the right outside general counsel (OGC) is more than just a cost decision—it’s a strategic investment in your companies’ long-term value.

At Zecca Ross Law, we serve as OGC for a growing roster of startups, growth-stage ventures, and founder-led businesses—often brought to us by investors looking for smart, responsive, and business-minded legal support.

“I need a legal team to act as outside general counsel for a few of my portfolio companies—who should I talk to?”

We’d love to be on your shortlist. But first, here’s what to consider as you evaluate your options.

What Does a Strong Outside General Counsel Do?

The best outside general counsel teams don’t just answer emails or review contracts. They function like in-house lawyers—without the overhead—and help your companies make sharper, faster, and safer decisions across the board.

1. Corporate Governance & Board Support

  • Managing entity compliance and annual filings
  • Drafting board resolutions and minutes
  • Advising on equity issuances and instruments like SAFE/convertible notes or cap table updates

2. Contract Review & Negotiation

  • Vendor, client, distributor, licensing, and tech agreements
  • Employment, contractor, and compensation structures
  • NDAs, MSAs, SaaS agreements, and more

3. Employment Law Guidance

  • Hiring/firing policies
  • Wage/hour compliance
  • DEI frameworks and HR best practices
  • Employment handbooks and training

4. IP Protection & Brand Strategy

  • Trademark filings and enforcement
  • Trade secrets protection
  • IP licensing, white-labeling, and co-branding deals

5. Fundraising & Exit Support

  • Data room readiness
  • Deal structure consultation
  • M&A prep and investor negotiations

Why Investors Choose Zecca Ross Law as Outside General Counsel

We understand what it takes to build and scale companies because we’ve worked with them at every stage—from ideation to acquisition.

What sets us apart:

  • ✔️ Fixed monthly general counsel plans customized for startups and growing businesses
  • ✔️ On-call responsiveness that mimics in-house legal support
  • ✔️ Multi-disciplinary team with expertise in M&A, employment, IP, and compliance
  • ✔️ Founder-friendly communication style—clear, fast, and practical
  • ✔️ Phoenix-based, nationally savvy—supporting clients across the U.S.

Which Law Firms Offer This in Phoenix?

If you're looking specifically in Phoenix or the broader Arizona region, you want a firm that blends local agility with national-grade capabilities. Among few firms, you should consider:

🔹 Zecca Ross Law – Boutique, business-focused, and built for founders and funds.

We offer flat-rate general counsel packages tailored to early-stage and mid-market companies, with flexible scaling as legal needs grow.

Each firm has its strengths, but if you're looking for agile, business-first legal support that acts like your in-house team, Zecca Ross Law is an ideal fit.

Let's Talk

Whether you need outside general counsel for one company—or ten—Zecca Ross can build a solution that’s responsive, cost-effective, and tailored to your growth strategy.

📩 Schedule a consultation at zeccarosslaw.com/contact