Subscription for companies
What are the benefits of having a ‘Company Lawyer’?
The success and long-term sustainability of a business depend directly on a sound legal framework, properly drafted and well-structured transactions, effective protection of the interests of the company and its shareholders, and legally informed decisions made by management on a daily basis. For this reason, engaging a lawyer on an ongoing basis is not merely a sign of professionalism and quality, it is a strategic investment that is both secure and value-generating.
In practice, company managers frequently seek legal advice only after attempting to address issues independently. By that stage, matters are often well advanced, and the steps already taken may have proved detrimental to the company’s own interests. Litigation in Norway is generally very costly. Where sufficient funds for legal proceedings are lacking, a business may face insolvency, bankruptcy or even collapse.
Many legal problems and the resulting financial difficulties can be avoided by integrating a lawyer into the company’s team at an early stage and entrusting them with ongoing legal matters. This is particularly relevant where the company does not employ an in-house lawyer, despite the fact that legal expertise is essential for building and sustaining a successful business. By appointing an external lawyer to provide ongoing legal support, the company avoids the costs associated with establishing and maintaining an in-house legal position, which can be substantial. At the same time, the company benefits from the assurance that its legal matters are handled by a lawyer with the highest professional qualifications.
What are the benefits of subscription-based legal advisory plans?
Subscription-based legal advisory plans enable small and medium-sized enterprises to meet their day-to-day legal needs while maintaining clear control over legal costs. By choosing a plan that suits your business, you will have a lawyer readily available and be able to obtain legal advice quickly and efficiently at a reduced rate compared with standard fees. For legal services not included in the monthly subscription, you will be offered a significantly discounted hourly rate applicable during the subscription period. However, this applies provided that the subscription continues for more than 6 months and that both parties comply with the agreement without interruption.
What services are included in the subscription?
Subscription-based legal services include prompt legal advice on all matters relevant to the company, provided remotely by email, telephone, or a video conferencing platform of the client’s choice. The subscription also covers the review and analysis of documents directly related to the prompt legal advice.
‘Prompt legal advice’ means a swift response from the lawyer, including on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, and in any event no later than within 24 hours.
Time spent on consultation and document review is rounded up in 15-minute increments.
The subscription does not include drafting of documents, physical attendance, or representation by the lawyer.
For additional legal services not included in the subscription, the lawyer undertakes to apply a significantly reduced hourly rate during the subscription period, depending on the selected plan. This applies provided that the subscription continues for more than 6 months and that both parties comply with the agreement without interruption.
How are subscription-based legal services billed?
The monthly fee for the selected subscription plan is payable in advance for the following month.
If payment is not made on time, the lawyer is entitled to terminate the subscription.
How are subscription-based legal services provided?
All subscription-based legal services are provided remotely by email, telephone, or via a video conferencing platform of the client’s choice.
Which plan is right for you?
| STANDARD | MEDIUM | PREMIUM |
| NOK 17,280 per month (excluding 25% VAT) | NOK 22,400 per month (excluding 25% VAT) | NOK 33,600 per month (excluding 25% VAT) |
| 6 hours of prompt legal advice* | 9 hours of prompt legal advice* | 15 hours of prompt legal advice* |
| 10% discount on the standard hourly rate** (instead of NOK 19,200 per month excluding 25% VAT) | 20% discount on the standard hourly rate** (instead of NOK 28,800 per month excluding 25% VAT) | 30% discount on the standard hourly rate** (instead of NOK 48,000 per month excluding 25% VAT) |
** The discounted hourly rate applies provided that the subscription continues for more than 6 months
and that both parties comply with the agreement without interruption.
How to subscribe to a legal services plan?
Please contact us and we will help you decide which plan best suits your needs. We will also provide detailed information regarding the next steps and the framework for our cooperation.
New clients for the Company Lawyer service are accepted subject to current workload. In order to maintain the highest quality of service, the number of new clients accepted each month is limited.
Additional service: lawyer on the company board – independent board member in Norwegian companies
The board of directors is the highest governing body of a company and is mandatory for all private limited liability companies incorporated in Norway. The number of board members is determined by the company’s articles of association, but at least one board member is required. Only natural persons may serve as board members, and at least half of the board must be resident in Norway or be citizens of an EU or EEA country.
Although a Norwegian private limited company (AS) is a legal entity with limited liability, Norwegian case law treats this as a starting point rather than an absolute safeguard. In recent years, the issue of joint and several personal liability of managers, board members, and shareholders has increasingly arisen in cases of insolvency or bankruptcy, as well as in disputes with creditors and Norwegian public authorities, even where the company remains solvent and not facing bankruptcy. Where a court determines that decisions made by the manager, board, or shareholders have resulted in breaches of the Norwegian Companies Act or other mandatory Norwegian legislation, those individuals may be held jointly and severally personally liable for losses or damage suffered by creditors or others, regardless of the company’s financial position.
Integrating a lawyer as an independent board member enables companies to grow more efficiently and strategically while benefiting from continuous, high-level professional insight. Timely questions and guidance can prevent serious or even fatal errors, or conversely, unlock significant growth opportunities.
Please contact us for comprehensive information about potential collaboration.