Managing outside counsel effectively is important for businesses aiming to protect their intellectual assets without losing focus on core operations.  

At David L. Cohen, P.C., we strive to provide tailored outside counsel management so you can handle legal matters while maintaining control over costs and strategy. Located in New York City, New York, our firm serves clients locally and worldwide, offering decades of legal experience in intellectual property and litigation management. 

Managing outside counsel requires more than just administrative task delegation; it calls for strategic oversight, consistent communication, and well-informed decision-making. With years of focused experience managing global intellectual property portfolios and litigation, our approach is deeply collaborative and strategic.  

Whether you're based in New York, across the U.S., or part of the global business landscape, we’re here to support you with sound legal counsel and actionable and practical solutions. 

Understanding Outside Counsel Management

Outside counsel management is the practice of monitoring, coordinating, and optimizing the performance of external legal teams hired by a business or individual.  

It involves everything from selecting legal partners to aligning their work with your overarching goals. For businesses, this means conserving valuable resources, such as time, money, and manpower, while still acquiring top-tier legal representation for complicated cases or specific practice areas.  

While many companies see outside counsel as a necessary expense, with the right management strategies, it becomes a valuable partnership. 

At David L. Cohen, P.C., we take an all-encompassing approach to outside counsel management. Our services include selecting the proper outside counsel, making sure agreements align with your objectives, and closely monitoring ongoing legal projects. We aim to handle the details so you can focus on growing your business.  

From patent management to litigation, our team seeks to streamline these processes for better outcomes. This approach saves you money and strives to align your legal representation with your values and priorities.

Why Businesses Choose David L. Cohen, P.C. for Legal Oversight

Our clients appreciate the custom strategies and close attention we offer for legal oversight and outside counsel cooperation. Our ability to foresee pitfalls, manage multiple stakeholders, and connect the right outside counsel for every need makes us a trusted partner for companies of every size. Some of the services we offer include the following:

Cost Control 

Legal services can be expensive without proper oversight. We can track budgets, handle negotiations with outside counsel, and suggest proactive measures to lower costs without reducing quality or effectiveness. 

Performance Alignment 

We regularly evaluate your counsel’s work so it aligns with your strategic vision and expectations. This isn’t just about checking boxes; it’s about making sure outside legal teams are truly enhancing your organization. 

Streamlined Communication 

We cut through legal jargon and simplify correspondence. This keeps you informed and engaged without being overwhelmed by technical and administrative backlogs. 

Long-Term Planning 

Our management process doesn’t just focus on today’s legal challenges. We set the stage for long-term risk management and legal strategies. 

We make sure the partnerships with outside counsel run smoothly so your business can grow without stress and distraction. 

The Role of Outside Counsel in Intellectual Property Management

Intellectual property law can be dense. Protecting patents, trademarks, and copyrights often requires external legal advisors familiar with evolving international regulations.  Outside counsel is critical for businesses with intellectual property portfolios. It acts as a safety net and a bridge to help you achieve your business goals.  

Whether you’re aiming to defend a patent, license your intellectual property, or maximize the return on your inventions, outside counsel plays a critical role. Some of the ways our attorney can help you include:

• Identify and retain counsel specializing in intellectual property litigation or prosecution. 

• Negotiate representation agreements to reduce costs while maintaining high-quality support. 

• Strategize and monitor your portfolio for opportunities to expand or strengthen intellectual property protections. 

• Oversee their work to confirm that your business objectives—whether in New York or worldwide—remain the primary focus of every external legal action. 

We strive to act as your intermediary so that your business relationships with outside legal teams bring true value to your operations.  

New York Laws for Outside Counsel

Understanding the following state laws keeps your engagement with outside counsel compliant and optimally aligned with your business strategies. 

• Conflict of interest rules: Outside counsel must adhere to New York's strict conflict of interest rules, requiring them to avoid representing interests that conflict with their client's business unless they obtain informed consent. 

• Ethical conduct standards: New York demands that external legal representatives maintain high ethical standards, including confidentiality and integrity, throughout their professional dealings. 

• Billing practices compliance: New York law requires all billing by outside counsel to be transparent and accurate, with clear itemization, and for outside counsel to avoid overcharging for services. 

• Adherence to client communication: Attorneys representing clients in New York must maintain clear, timely communication, providing updates on case developments and strategic decisions. 

• Licensing and jurisdictional requirements: All outside counsel hired for matters in New York must be licensed to practice law in the state and fully knowledgeable of its judiciary system and local regulations. 

Outside Counsel Management Attorney Serving New York and Worldwide

At David L. Cohen, P.C., our outside counsel management services provide businesses with a seamless legal partnership, whether they operate in New York or internationally. We understand the difficulties of managing outside counsel and strive to provide high-quality representation while staying true to your core objectives.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help you manage outside counsel for your legal needs. Let us handle the details so you can focus on growing your business.