Hire A Top-Tier Legal Team, Without The Running Meter

In-house counsel, embedded in your business. Traditional legal services and fractional
counsel with former in-house counsel.

Your in-house legal team, without the full-time commitment.

You don’t need a full-time general counsel to get thoughtful, proactive legal help. We act as your embedded legal team. We’re lawyers who understand your business, work alongside your leadership, and provide clarity without surprise invoices.

Legal support aligned with your goals, structured around your reality.

Ways to work with us

Project-Based Legal Work

Targeted legal help for specific needs. Every engagement is clearly scoped from the start.

Ongoing Legal Support

Month-to-month support for businesses that need consistent legal help, without hiring in-house.

One-Time Litigation or Resolution Projects

Short-term, clearly defined support for disputes or urgent matters, from contract conflicts to settlement guidance, without a long-term commitment.

All pricing is transparent and discussed up front. We value your trust. You’ll always know what to expect, and the only surprise should be how efficiently we work.

Built by in-house counsel,
not law firm partners.

Embedded

We integrate with your business, leadership, and decision-making. We're here to support your growth, not just react to problems.

Predictable

No hourly surprises. We scope clearly and give you the freedom to ask questions without worrying about the bill.

Practical

We bring in-house legal experience and focus on solutions that make sense in the real world.

Flexible

Work with us on an ongoing basis or per project. Start small, build trust, and scale support as you grow.

Former In-house counsel
who’ve sat on your side of the table.

Dylan C. Barrett

Specializes in commercial transactions, data privacy, and compliance, with expertise in software and healthcare industries. Experienced in contract drafting, GDPR/CCPA compliance, and software sales.

John S. Pothier

Specializes in corporate governance, data privacy, IP, and employment law. Former VP of Legal & Compliance and interim CFO, has led legal functions, fundraising, acquisition, and data privacy initiatives.

Legal help for businesses
who need clarity, not complexity.

Startups from seed through growth

Tech and SaaS companies

PE and VC-backed companies

Small businesses that need real legal help, at an affordable rate

Individuals navigating business or consumer disputes

Transparent pricing. No surprises. No stress.

Frequently asked questions

What makes Embedded Counsel different from other law firms?

Embedded Counsel offers a unique approach by acting as your “outside” General Counsel or integrating with your legal team. With nearly two decades of combined in-house legal experience, Dylan and John provide not just legal advice but strategic business guidance tailored to your needs.

Embedded Counsel focuses on project-based flat fees and subscription plans, providing transparent and predictable pricing. This approach aligns legal services with your business needs, unlike traditional hourly billing, offering more value and financial clarity for clients.

We specialize in corporate, business, commercial, intellectual property, and privacy law, particularly for small to medium-sized businesses. With experience in leading legal departments at Boston-area software companies, Dylan and John understand the unique challenges these industries face.

Embedded Counsel works closely with your organization, either as an “outside” General Counsel’s office or as part of your existing legal team. Dylan and John’s extensive in-house experience allows them to seamlessly align with your business strategy and legal needs.