At Romano Law, we are transforming how legal services are delivered. Our flat rate model offers clients cost certainty, proactive counsel, and access to elite attorneys, all without the unpredictability of hourly billing.
We offer three core service categories under this model:
- Fractional Legal Department™ (FLD)
- Monthly Flat Rate Litigation
- Project-Based Flat Rate Representation
- Interim Legal Department™ Services
This approach reflects our belief that the future of legal services lies in transparency, accessibility, and strategic partnership. For over 20 years, we have worked to demystify the legal process for businesses. Now, we are taking the next step to completely overhaul the cost structure by eliminating the billable hour to make proactive legal services more accessible to businesses of all kinds.
Fractional Legal Department™ (FLD)
FLD provides businesses with dedicated legal support from senior attorneys who know your business, without the cost or complexity of a full-time hire. Our FLD clients benefit from:
- Direct access to attorneys with 20–30 years of experience across employment law, M&A planning, corporate governance and compliance, along with emerging issues such as AI, and privacy.
- Participation in key company meetings and executive strategy sessions.
- Proactive legal guidance that helps prevent costly mistakes and mitigate risk.
FLD is ideal for:
- Startups and mid-sized companies that need ongoing legal advice.
- Businesses preparing for growth, acquisition, or restructuring.
- Companies without in-house counsel or those needing supplemental support.
- Organizations seeking to protect intellectual property and avoid signing away critical rights.
- Mission-driven entities that value preventive legal strategies.
FLD services are provided through customized flat-rate monthly retainer, with no cap on attorney hours. We conduct monthly check-ins every four months to ensure alignment and value. We also provide Interim Legal Department™ Service Solutions for companies in between General Counsels.
Monthly Flat Rate Litigation
We understand the challenges businesses face with unpredictable litigation costs. That’s why we provide a monthly flat-rate option for litigation.
Our litigation team handles:
- Complex commercial disputes and business divorces
- Labor and employment claims
- Intellectual property disputes (trade secrets, trademarks, copyright)
- False advertising and deceptive business practices
- Defamation and harassment matters
This model fosters collaboration, flexibility, and trust. We work closely with clients to define the scope with the goal of delivering more value than we receive.
Project-Based Flat Rate Representation
For clients with specific, time-limited legal needs, our Project-Based Flat Rate Representation service.
We assist with:
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Corporate restructuring
- Deal structuring and contract preparation
- Shareholder agreements
- Entertainment law matters
- Intellectual property registration and protection
- Employment and HR guidance, including handbooks and disciplinary procedures
Interim Legal Department™
An interim legal department is a flexible solution that fills gaps in a company’s in-house legal team.
We would support your company with:
- Legal continuity during transitions, growth, or disruption.
- Partner with Leadership to handle day-to-day legal and strategy.
- Provide flexible, senior support without commitment of a full-time hire.
- Centralize risk and compliance management across the business.
- Stabilize and strengthen the legal function for long-term success.
Explore Premium Legal Services with Cost Certainty
Romano Law is on a mission to abolish the billable hour. If you are ready to engage experienced lawyers while embracing cost certainty, contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a flat-rate legal model differ from traditional hourly billing?
Flat-rate legal services provide a single fixed price for a defined scope of work, without tracking billable hours. Flat-rate legal services allow us to respond to problems as they arise, provide clients with strategic legal support focused on risk prevention, business planning, and alignment, and eliminates surprise invoices. Flat-rate legal services incentivize efficiency and encourages clients to call us because it is included in the scope of the engagement.
Is a Fractional Legal Department the same as hiring in-house counsel?
No. A Fractional Legal Department offers a team of senior-level legal expertise without the overhead of hiring a full-time legal department. Businesses gain access to a team of experienced attorneys who integrate into your business operations and strategy, all while maintaining flexibility and cost efficiency as legal needs evolve.
Can flat-rate litigation work for complex disputes?
Yes. Under a clearly defined scope, flat-rate litigation is especially effective for complex commercial and employment disputes. This model encourages collaboration and efficiency, allowing attorneys to focus on strategy and outcomes rather than time spent, while giving clients financial clarity throughout the matter.
How do I know which flat-rate service model is right for my business?
The right model depends on whether your needs are ongoing, dispute-driven, or project-specific. Romano Law works with clients to assess goals, risk exposure, and operational demands before recommending a tailored flat-rate structure that is aligned with long-term value.
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