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fractional in-house counsel
Your General Counsel. Without the full-time overhead.

Built for founders of growing businesses who understand that legal support is not a cost to be minimised but an investment in the integrity and sustainability of the business itself.

And for the businesses that are ready for it, the difference is not marginal. It is foundational.

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The gap I work in
Your business has outgrown ad hoc legal. You’re not ready for a full-time GC. That’s exactly where I work.

There’s a point in every growing business where ad hoc legal stops being enough. You’re making bigger commercial decisions. Your contracts are carrying more risk. The questions landing on your desk are more complex, and the cost of getting them wrong is higher.

I work with businesses as their fractional in-house counsel; embedded, commercially focused, and thinking across your whole legal landscape, not just the next matter. You get the General Counsel function, scaled to what you actually need right now.

If you’d like someone embedded in your business who brings:

  • Ongoing commercial legal support without the full-time overhead

  • Strategic thinking across your contracts, risk, and commercial decisions

  • A consistent legal voice that knows your business inside out

  • Prevention-first advice built on 20+ years of commercial and litigation experience

Fractional in-house counsel is the model that fits.

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How I work with you
Tailored to your business, not a one-size-fits-all retainer
Every fractional in-house arrangement is different. Here’s what ongoing support typically covers:

  • Contracts & Commercial Agreements

    • Review, drafting, and negotiation of client, supplier, and partner agreements

    • Contract frameworks built for how your business actually operates

    • Identifying risk before you sign, not after

  • Employment & Team

    • Employment contracts and contractor agreements that scale with your team

    • Advice on the employee vs contractor distinction and your obligations

    • HR policy foundations and practical employment law guidance

  • Commercial Risk & Strategy

    • Risk identification across your business, not just on individual matters

    • Legal input into commercial decisions before they’re made

    • A consistent legal voice in leadership conversations

  • Ongoing Availability

    • Available for questions as they arise, without briefing a firm from scratch each time

    • Fixed, predictable engagement, no surprise invoices

    • A lawyer who already knows your business when you pick up the phone

    • Someone who can join meetings and add meaningful input when needed, without having to brief a lawyer every time

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Built for businesses who have reached a point where they’re ready to operate with the same level of structural support that larger organisations take for granted. ‍

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“Tracey goes beyond being just a lawyer; she genuinely becomes an integral part of your team.”

I am thrilled to share my experience working with Tracey, as she has been an invaluable source of knowledge and unwavering guidance throughout a process that can often feel overwhelming. From the outset, Tracey and her team have displayed remarkable professionalism and expertise, making it an absolute pleasure to collaborate with them. It's not an exaggeration to say that Tracey goes beyond being just a Lawyer; she genuinely becomes an integral part of your team. Her dedication to understanding our business and its unique needs has been truly impressive.

With her support, we have gained the confidence to embark on new ventures, knowing we have a reliable and brilliant legal mind at our side. I wholeheartedly recommend Tracey's services to anyone in need of legal counsel. Her ability to provide clear and concise information, coupled with her deep understanding of our business, has proven to be an invaluable asset. Working with Tracey has been a game-changer for us, and we truly value her exceptional services. If you're looking for a Lawyer who will not only navigate the legal complexities but also become an indispensable ally for your business, look no further than Tracey. She's the best in the field, and I cannot speak highly enough of her and the outstanding work she and her team do.

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What People Are Saying
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    Tracey is an incredible listener and a powerful adviser. She is an invaluable part of the Specialists in Communications team, providing contract, strategy and other legal support. With Tracey, we know our business and our amazing clients are protected, represented well and presented in the best light. Thank you, Tracey!

    S IRELAND

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