Your Own Lawyer

If you have an allergic reaction to lawyers, maybe you need more exposure to them. Imagine a colleague who is there to help you achieve your commercial objectives. If you have good in-house lawyers, then you will be

• dealing with someone who:
  • knows the business
    
  • knows the company structure
    
  • knows the relevant managers
    
  • is familiar with relevant legal issues
• dealing with someone who:
  • is pragmatic and clear when advising
    
  • has continuing involvement/continuity
    
  • may be able to shepherd/co-sponsor a project at the corporate centre
• using a service which should be:
  
  • more convenient to consult than outside advisers
    
  • more cost effective than outside advisers.