Fractional General Counsel
Hiring an in-house attorney (General Counsel) is a big investment for any company, and midsized businesses often do not have enough legal work to occupy a full time lawyer.
As your fractional legal counsel, we are available to review your company’s internal and external contracts, consult on employment questions, and offer strategic counsel as you navigate new challenges and opportunities.
Private Funds
While our practice now spans the corporate spectrum, Austin’s training and experience is focussed in private equity and venture capital fundraising. Whether you aim to syndicate funds for a strategic acquisition or to raise millions from limited partners, we have the experience and resources to close your fund.
We also serve as counsel to investors seeking to place capital in private funds. My extensive experience in fund formation provides a unique strategic advantage in my representation of investors.
Negotiation
From complex corporate separation agreements to family estate disputes, we have consistently reached positive settlements for our clients.
In negotiating, Austin draws on his extensive training in contemplative practice to keep the parties calm and the discussions productive. This measured approach leads to successful resolutions and ideally leaves the parties’ relationship on a positive trajectory.
Mediation
Austin has mediated 200+ court ordered mediations with over a 95% settlement rate. Helping parties reach meaningful compromise before resorting to litigation is his professional passion.
As a registered mediator, Austin has undergone extensive training in the art of mediation. He is available to mediate disputes by appointment, connect with me to learn more.
Strategic Consulting
I understand the challenges of starting and running a business because I have done it.
Beyond my own experience as a partner at Forest Lake Greenhouses, I have provided strategic and legal counsel to early stage and midsized companies.
From multinational technology companies to a luxury home management operation, we have helped our clients mitigate risk and achieve sustainable growth.
