General Counsel

Gardner Bist King & Wood, LLP provides General Counsel (GC) services to companies at every stage of growth—from early start-ups to established organizations. We work with clients across a wide range of industries, including assisted living, regenerative farming and agriculture, technology, energy, and public utilities.

Our General Counsel services give businesses reliable, day-to-day legal guidance on an ongoing or outsourced basis. We help clients manage legal risk, support compliance efforts, and make informed decisions as business needs evolve.

What Our General Counsel Services Include

As outside General Counsel, we can serve as a primary legal advisor for your company and assist with a broad range of business matters, including:

Contracts and Business Agreements

• Contract negotiation, drafting, and review

• Ongoing contract support as business relationships change

Governance and Business Operations

• Corporate governance guidance for owners, directors, managers, and leadership teams

• Support with policies and procedures that affect business operations

Employment and Human Resources Guidance

• Advising on employment law issues

• Support with human resource challenges and workplace matters

Disputes and Litigation Support

• Dispute resolution related to business and contract issues

• Assisting with complex civil and commercial litigation matters

Legal Guidance That Supports Business Strategy

General Counsel services go beyond handling legal documents and disputes. We also provide legal insight to leadership teams and decision-makers to help align legal considerations with your company’s strategic and operational goals. This approach supports long-term planning and helps businesses address issues proactively as they grow, restructure, or adjust to new opportunities.