This legal advisory business offers flexible subscription-based legal services to businesses that seek internal legal advice but cannot afford the costs of hiring a full-time legal team. The tiered subscription model allows businesses to access quality legal advice at different contribution levels, ranging from small to large monthly payments. Each tier provides access to essential legal services tailored to the business’s needs and financial capacity.
1. Basic Plan – Small Businesses / Start-ups
Target Audience:
Small businesses, freelancers, and start-ups with minimal legal requirements. Ideal for businesses that are in the early stages of development and need fundamental legal support to stay compliant and grow sustainably.
Monthly Contribution:
R4,000.00
Services:
– Consultation Hours:
Up to 3 hours of legal consultation per month, covering general legal inquiries such as business formation, tax registration, and basic regulatory compliance.
– Contract Review:
Up to 5 contracts reviewed per month, ensuring the business’s contracts (e.g., supplier agreements, service contracts) are legally sound and enforceable.
– Regulatory & Compliance Advice:
High-level advice on regulatory matters such as licensing requirements, basic tax compliance, and labour regulations.
– Email Support:
Unlimited email access to legal experts for quick legal questions and clarifications. Response time typically within 48 hours.
– Annual Compliance Audit:
A basic, high-level review of the business’s regulatory compliance to identify potential risks or areas for improvement.
Add-ons:
– Additional consultation hours can be purchased at a discounted rate.
– Assistance with registering a business or trademark at an additional cost.
2. Standard Plan – Growing Businesses
Target Audience:
Medium-sized businesses in expansion mode with moderate legal needs. These businesses often require more frequent legal support, particularly in drafting and negotiating contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Monthly Contribution:
R13,000.00
Services:
– Consultation Hours:
Up to 6 hours of legal advice per month, which can be used for in-depth legal consultations, contract negotiation, and assistance with company policies.
– Contract Drafting and Review:
Up to 10 basic contracts reviewed or drafted monthly, including service-level agreements (SLAs), lease agreements, and partnership agreements.
– Employment Law Support:
Advisory on labour laws, including drafting employment contracts, reviewing HR policies, and handling employment disputes.
– Regular Legal Updates:
Tailored legal updates that notify the business of relevant changes in legislation or regulatory requirements.
– Unlimited Email Support:
Clients receive priority responses to email inquiries, with a typical turnaround of 24 hours.
Add-ons:
– Drafting of specialized contracts, such as intellectual property agreements, at a discounted rate.
– Legal training for management or HR teams on regulatory topics like data protection, at an additional cost.
3. Premium Plan – Established Companies
Target Audience:
Larger, well-established companies that require comprehensive, ongoing legal support for various operations, including contract management, employment law, and strategic corporate advice.
Monthly Contribution:
R45,000.00
Services:
– Consultation Hours:
Up to 10+ hours of legal advice per month. This allows for deeper involvement in complex legal matters, such as risk management, major contract negotiations, and corporate governance.
– Full Contract Management:
Unlimited drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of contracts, including high-value deals, mergers and acquisitions, and long-term supplier agreements.
– Tailored Employment Law Services:
Expert legal assistance in handling employment disputes, dismissals, and corporate restructuring. The legal team will also assist with updating company HR policies to remain compliant with changing labour laws.
– Monthly Compliance Audits:
Regular, detailed audits that assess all aspects of the business’s legal compliance, with a focus on reducing risks associated with non-compliance.
– Dedicated Legal Advisor:
A dedicated legal advisor assigned to the company, who will be familiar with the company’s operations, attend strategic meetings, and provide high-level legal counsel.
– On-site Visits / Virtual Workshops:
The legal team will visit the business premises or hold virtual workshops (up to twice per year) to offer in-depth legal training, discuss legal risks, or assist with legal strategy development.
– 24/7 Priority Support:
Businesses on this plan have access to urgent legal support, with on-call availability during emergencies (e.g., regulatory investigations, critical contract issues).
Add-ons:
– Litigation support (at discounted rates) for disputes that escalate to legal action.
– Assistance with filing and defending patents, trademarks, or IP infringements.
4. Enterprise Plan – Corporations
Target Audience:
Large corporations or businesses with highly complex legal requirements, including multiple locations, frequent cross-border transactions, and the need for ongoing legal strategy and representation.
Monthly Contribution:
R60,000.00
Services:
– Unlimited Consultation Hours:
Businesses receive unlimited legal advice and consultation, covering all areas of corporate law, employment law, and regulatory compliance. This includes a deep partnership where the legal team becomes fully integrated into the company’s operations.
– Full-time Legal Counsel Access:
A dedicated legal counsel (or team) will be available as if they were part of the company’s internal team. This service covers all routine legal matters, including contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and policy development.
– Bespoke Contract Management:
Legal support for managing high-stakes contracts such as M&As, international deals, joint ventures, or financing agreements. This includes bespoke drafting and negotiation for large-scale transactions.
– Comprehensive Compliance & Risk Management:
Tailored legal compliance programs, regular audits, and in-depth risk assessments. The legal team will also design and implement compliance policies to ensure the company adheres to industry-specific regulations.
– Corporate Governance Advisory:
Direct legal advice and representation in board meetings, ensuring adherence to governance best practices. This includes assistance with board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and company restructuring.
– Legal Training Programs:
Regular on-site legal workshops and training for company leadership, management teams, and HR departments. Topics can include regulatory changes, corporate governance, or intellectual property protection.
– 24/7 On-demand Availability:
Immediate legal assistance during emergencies such as regulatory investigations, major corporate litigation, or unforeseen crises.
Add-ons:
– Representation in cross-border legal matters, including international trade law.
– Access to specialist external legal counsel for niche matters like environmental law or international arbitration.
Custom Plan Options:
Businesses with unique needs can create a tailored subscription plan. Custom plans may include additional services such as specialized industry compliance, intellectual property portfolio management, and high-level dispute resolution. Pricing will be determined based on the business’s size, industry, and specific legal requirements.
