Proactive, Practical BUSINESS Solutions
Outside General Counsel and COO
Outside General Counsel and COO
Outside General Counsel and COO
General Counsel and COO expertise without FTE overhead. A trusted, fiduciary advisor with CLO/COO experience within a flat-fee compensation model.
We integrate business and legal/regulatory applications to offer solutions that are both practical and profitable.
Stop Contract Value Leaks
Outside General Counsel and COO
Outside General Counsel and COO
Studies show companies lose 9.2% of contract value over a year. We systematically identify contract value leaks (such as auto-renewals and non-utilized or under-performing services) and provide solutions to boost profitability.
Contract review addresses financial, legal/regulatory, and operational integration to improve value.
Profit is in the Details
Outside General Counsel and COO
Enterprise Risk Management
Attention to detail matters. Our agile and energetic approach to solutions improves cash flow while respecting relationships. Ask about our contingency fee and flat-fee arrangements.
Business litigation is caused by a bad relationship, a bad contract, or both. Together, we scrutinize facts and leverage the law to resolve disputes that get you back to business.
Enterprise Risk Management
Enterprise Risk Management
Enterprise Risk Management
Whether a solution for a single crisis or an organizational policy/practice, our team of legal and health care professionals offer more than 40 years of combined risk management experience.
Dispute Resolution
Enterprise Risk Management
GiveMe50 for Veterans
Have a business dispute? As an experienced C-Suite executive and trial lawyer, Steve can provide a fresh perspective for early dispute resolution. Call now to set an appointment.
GiveMe50 for Veterans
Enterprise Risk Management
GiveMe50 for Veterans
Steve donates at least 50 hours annually for U.S. Veterans by providing negotiation coaching and legal advice solutions.
Essential Counsel Attorney Steve Schinker
General Counsel and COO
25 Yrs Proactive, Practical Business Solutions
25 Yrs Proactive, Practical Business Solutions
A perfect solution for mid-market businesses with revenue @ $4M+. GC & COO expertise without FTE overhead. Focus is on operational integration of complex laws, rules, and regulations tailored to increase cash flow and net profitability.
5 Reasons for Outsourced General Counsel and COO
Flat Fees
CFO's love predictable, budget-friendly flat fees.
Speed, Availability, Accuracy
CEOs love same-day response plus accurate advice and practical solutions without hourly billing.
Scope of Experience & Active Listening
Through a lens of experience and active listening we offer tailored solution options relying on interdisciplinary legal and business know-how.
Profitability and Cash Flow
Integrated GC & COO perspective is infused on every touchpoint from contract ecosystem to daily ops.
Profit is in the Details
We use established methodologies to scrutinize details and identify, optimize, and monetize value.
Schedule an Appointment
Email: steve@essentialcounsel.com
Arizona, Colorado, Florida:
303-319-2924
Wisconsin & Mobile:
715-573-2077
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25 Yrs Proactive, Practical Business Solutions
25 Yrs Proactive, Practical Business Solutions
25 Yrs Proactive, Practical Business Solutions
Nearly 60% of M&A deals fail, attributing contracts and operational integration as primary causes.
Let's talk about solutions!
As advisor for M&A deals or attorney resolving business disputes, Steve Schinker serves clients as a fiduciary attorney working in the client's best interest.
1. A proactive approach to objectives and contract formation helps avoid liability, minimize risk, and foster sustainable business relationships through clear, concise contracts that frame expectations.
2. Contract law experience M&A, healthcare, digital services, manufacturing, real estate, etc.
3. Get back to business with early B2B dispute resolution through direct negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or state-specific business courts.
Communities Served
25 Yrs Proactive, Practical Business Solutions
Communities Served
As a USAF veteran, Steve supports all communities served through volunteer and financial support.
Arizona
Scottsdale ~ Tucson
303-319-2924
Colorado
Denver Metro ~ Colorado Springs
Fort Collins ~ Durango
303-319-2924
Florida
Fort Myers ~ Jacksonville
Tampa ~ Vero Beach
303-319-2924
Wisconsin
Madison ~ Milwaukee
Minocqua ~ Wausau
715-573-2077
Education
Certified Advanced Negotiation Master -
Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation
J.D. w/Distinction -Thomas Cooley Law School
LL.M. in Environmental Law - Pace University School of Law
Member
State Bars of AZ, CO, FL, WI
U.S. District Courts in CO & WI
World Commerce Contracting
Past State Bar WI Board
Adjunct Professor Experience
MBA Strategic Business Planning
Business Law & Ethics
Univ. of Wisconsin System
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