Many companies require continuous legal guidance but do not yet need a full-time in-house lawyer. Archon Law provides external general counsel services, allowing businesses to access experienced legal support integrated into their daily operations.

We work closely with founders, executives, and management teams, providing practical legal solutions that align with commercial objectives while ensuring compliance with Belgian and European legal frameworks.

Our role is not limited to addressing legal issues as they arise. We support companies in anticipating legal risks, structuring transactions effectively, and embedding legal strategy within business decision-making.

Scope of Services

Our external general counsel services typically include:

Corporate & Governance Advisory

Support on corporate structuring and governance matters
Advisory on shareholder relations and board responsibilities
Assistance with corporate documentation and internal decision processes

Commercial Contracts

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements
Terms and conditions, distribution and supply agreements
Commercial partnership and collaboration agreements

Operational Legal Support

Day-to-day legal advice for management and operational teams
Legal review of business initiatives, projects, and transactions
Support during negotiations with commercial counterparties

Compliance & Regulatory Matters

Monitoring of relevant regulatory frameworks
Development of internal compliance procedures
Risk prevention and mitigation strategies

Strategic Legal Support

Legal advisory during business expansion and restructuring
Support in commercial transactions and financing initiatives
Coordination with external litigation or specialist counsel when required

Engagement Model

External general counsel services may be structured through flexible engagement models tailored to the needs of each company, including:

• Ongoing legal retainer arrangements
• Fractional in-house counsel support
• Project-based advisory
• On-demand legal assistance

This model allows companies to benefit from consistent legal oversight while maintaining operational flexibility.

Who This Service Is For

Our external general counsel services are particularly suited for:

• Start-ups and scale-ups
• Small and medium-sized enterprises without internal legal departments
• International companies operating or expanding into Belgium
• Businesses requiring regular legal guidance for commercial operations