Experienced Counsel. Real Results.
Scale provides corporate, intellectual property, litigation, regulatory, and outside general counsel services for startups, growth companies, investors, and established businesses. Our senior attorneys deliver practical legal guidance aligned with each client’s stage, industry, and business priorities.
















Legal Services for Startups and Growth Companies
Our attorneys work across four core service groups, with related capabilities that can be integrated around a company’s immediate needs and long-term growth.
Corporate & Securities
Corporate Counsel that Fuels Growth
From formation to M&A, deals move faster with less friction. Clients get strategies that protect value and opportunities that drive growth at every stage.
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Litigation & Regulatory
Advocacy that Protects What Matters Most
High-stakes disputes and regulatory compliance managed with experience and judgement. Clients get reduced disruption, protected reputations, and strong positions for what comes next.
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Intellectual Property
Protecting Innovation, Preserving Advantage
IP portfolios and disputes managed as business assets. Clients get protection for innovations and brands – and strategic guidance that turns IP into a business asset.
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General Counsel Services
In-House Judgment, On Demand Guidance.
Scale LLP operates as an embedded, flexible, and responsive legal partner. Clients gain practical day-to-day guidance, coordinated access to full-service capabilities, and experienced counsel without adding permanent headcount.
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Why Clients Choose Scale
“Scale supported us from the earliest stages during YC and through becoming a proper Series A company.”
“Scale meets clients where they are with modern tech and a Silicon Valley approach to growth, timeliness, execution, and the general practice of law.”
“As Sundae’s outside general counsel, Scale provides operational and product advice with a business savvy I have not experienced with any other law firm.”
“Our commitment to our creators drives everything we do, and it is what led us to partner with Scale to help meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
“Over the past year, we’ve had a number of high-stakes opportunities arise, and Scale’s legal team has been endlessly flexible and responsive in helping us meet each of these opportunities head-on.”
“We’re committed to bringing Alinea’s mission to fruition, and grateful to have Scale guiding us on building, financing and scaling for growth. They are truly a startup’s best friend.”
“Scale is a vital extension of my leadership team and I absolutely love working with them.”
“Honest, reliable, trustworthy and defenders of justice. Will use them time and time again!”
Representative Matters
Practical counsel across the business lifecycle — from complex transactions and regulatory matters to disputes, investigations, and IP protection.
Intellectual Property
Global Brand Protection & ITC Enforcement for a Billion-Dollar Consumer Brand
Legal Challenge
Counterfeits and unauthorized distribution were eroding brand equity, weakening channel control, and threatening global market share.
Scale Solution
Stabilized and strengthened core IP functions. Audited and optimized international distribution practices. Built and launched a unified global brand-protection and enforcement program, including ITC action against knock-off competitors
Outcome
A comprehensive, end-to-end IP strategy that materially reduced infringement, restored control across global channels, and fortified the market position of a billion-dollar brand.
Corporate & Securities
Commercial Transactions for a National Media Company
Legal Challenge
High volume of commercial agreements across multiple business units required scalable legal support without expanding in-house headcount.
Scale Solution
Served as an extension of the in-house legal team, handling vendor contracts, customer agreements, and licensing deals with fast turnaround and aligned templates.
Outcome
Reduced contract cycle times and increased internal capacity without sacrificing legal oversight or consistency.
General Counsel Services
Publicly Traded Energy and Natural Resources Company
Legal Challenge
Newly public company with no in-house GC infrastructure. Needed corporate governance, reporting, capital markets support, and board management – while reducing reliance on costly AmLaw counsel.
Scale Solution
Served as Outside GC and Corporate Secretary. Built the company’s first-cycle public governance function, managed reporting, supported board and committee operations, and oversaw commercial and capital markets initiatives. Delivered services through a predictable monthly retainer with scalable project support.
Outcome
Replaced two AmLaw 20 firms. Delivered more than $1M in annual savings. Built a functional, scalable GC office for a newly public company.
Frequently Asked Questions
What legal services does Scale LLP provide?
Scale provides corporate and securities, intellectual property, litigation and regulatory, and outside general counsel services. Related capabilities include employment, privacy, commercial transactions, venture capital, M&A, investigations, and regulatory compliance.
Can Scale LLP support multiple legal needs under one relationship?
Yes. Scale can coordinate counsel across corporate, contracts, employment, privacy, IP, regulatory matters, and disputes under one firm relationship.
Does Scale LLP provide outside general counsel services?
Yes. Scale can serve as an embedded legal partner for contracts, governance, employment, risk, and other day-to-day legal needs without requiring a full in-house department.
What types of clients does Scale LLP serve?
Scale works with startups, growth companies, investors, public companies, and established businesses across technology, healthcare, financial services, defense, media, energy, real estate, and other industries.
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