🛡️ External Legal Department Services for Businesses
Comprehensive Legal Solutions – Risk Control for Sustainable Operations
In today’s increasingly competitive business environment, companies face a wide range of hidden risks — especially legal issues that arise during day-to-day operations. A sustainable business is one that proactively manages legal risks from within.
Instead of building an in-house legal department with high overhead costs, many companies now opt for an External Legal Department — a form of ongoing legal consultancy where a law firm functions as the company’s dedicated legal team.
🔍 Why Do Businesses Need Ongoing Legal Counsel?
Having a legal advisor on standby is not just about “risk prevention” — it’s a strategic investment in long-term growth. Here’s why:
- Prevent legal risks before they escalate
- Make informed business decisions with legal clarity
- Save costs by avoiding legal disputes and penalties
- Enhance professionalism and credibility with partners and investors
- Stay compliant with ever-changing legal regulations
- Receive multi-disciplinary support: commercial, labor, investment, IP, M&A…
- Flexible and cost-effective compared to hiring full-time legal staff
✅ Advantages of LawPlus’s External Legal Department Service
- ✔️ No need to recruit senior lawyers or legal staff
- ✔️ No labor contracts, no social insurance, no HR compliance risks
- ✔️ Access to a full team of experienced lawyers across multiple fields
- ✔️ Flexible pricing tailored to your business needs
- ✔️ Commercial contract with VAT invoice for proper cost accounting
- ✔️ Expert legal advice, regular updates, and responsive support
📊 Comparison: External Legal Department vs. In-House Legal Staff
| Criteria | External Legal Department (LawPlus) | In-House Legal Staff |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Flexible, cost-saving (monthly/hourly) | Fixed salary + insurance + benefits |
| Resources | Multi-disciplinary legal team | Limited expertise, few individuals |
| Legal Framework | Commercial contract, VAT invoice | Labor contract, labor law compliance |
| HR Risk | None | Possible labor disputes |
| Flexibility | Adjustable, scalable, pausable | Fixed, hard to adapt quickly |
| Specialization | Experts in each legal area | Depends on individual capacity |
| Legal Updates | Regular legal bulletins | Self-learning dependent |
🧠 Scope of Legal Advisory Services
- Contract and agreement review
- Legal advice on business operations
- Labor and HR legal consulting
- Drafting and negotiating contracts
- Standard contract templates and training
- Handling unexpected legal issues
- Business license registration
- Reviewing internal legal documents and procedures
- Intellectual property management
- Legal updates and compliance alerts
- Legal training for staff
- Building internal legal risk control systems
- Dispute resolution and litigation representation
- Legal advisory for investment projects and M&A
- Executive-level legal consulting
📌 Service Delivery Methods
- Consultation via phone, email, or messaging
- Online meetings with departments or partners
- On-site presence at your office on a scheduled or ad-hoc basis
- Regular or project-based legal support
🔧 Implementation Workflow at LawPlus
LawPlus follows a structured, transparent, and flexible process to ensure effective legal support from day one:
1. Needs Assessment & Legal Audit
- Gather business information: industry, scale, operations
- Review current legal systems: contracts, licenses, HR, IP…
- Identify legal risks and advisory needs
2. Service Plan Design
- Propose service package based on business size and budget
- Define scope of work, delivery format (online, onsite, hybrid)
- Align on schedule, contact points, and coordination process
3. Contract Signing
- Sign commercial agreement outlining mutual responsibilities
- Issue VAT invoice for proper accounting
- Ensure full confidentiality of client information
4. Service Execution & Ongoing Support
- Begin advisory sessions as scheduled or upon request
- Join internal meetings, review documents, handle legal matters
- Provide legal updates and risk alerts
5. Performance Review & Service Adjustment
- Quarterly review of service effectiveness
- Adjust scope, schedule, or upgrade service as needed
- Offer long-term legal strategy planning
🎯 LawPlus Commitment:
- Long-term partnership, not just reactive support
- Close coordination with HR, finance, operations, and management
- Proactive legal solutions, not just problem-solving
📂 Real Case: External Legal Department for a Manufacturing Company
Client: Electrical equipment manufacturer in Ho Chi Minh City
Challenge: No internal legal team, frequent contract disputes and labor issues
LawPlus Solution:
- Assigned a dedicated lawyer 2 days/week onsite
- Drafted and reviewed all commercial contracts
- Advised on labor disputes and represented the company with authorities
- Conducted labor law training for HR department
Outcome: Reduced legal risks, improved operational efficiency, lowered HR costs
💰 Pricing Options
LawPlus offers flexible pricing models tailored to your business needs:
- Hourly billing
- Monthly subscription
- Quarterly or annual packages
💡 Note:
- Fees are quoted based on scope and complexity after initial consultation
- All packages include commercial contracts and VAT invoices for proper accounting
📞 Contact LawPlus Today
Don’t let legal risks disrupt your business. Let LawPlus serve as your trusted legal department — professional, responsive, and aligned with your growth.
Contact Information:
📱 Hotline: +84 39 3930 522 | +84 965 052 039 | +84 961 286 660 | +84 966 008 030
📧 Email: info@lawplus.vn
🌐 Website: www.lawplus.vn
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How is this different from hiring a lawyer for specific cases?
Ongoing legal advisory is continuous and comprehensive. Unlike case-by-case hiring, it helps prevent legal issues before they arise.
2. Can LawPlus assign a lawyer to work directly at our office?
Yes. We can schedule regular onsite visits or assign a lawyer for specific matters as needed.
3. Can we pay by the hour instead of monthly?
Yes. We offer both hourly billing and fixed monthly packages.
4. Does LawPlus provide executive-level legal consulting?
Absolutely. We advise directors, board members, and senior management on strategic legal matters.
5. Can we receive VAT invoices for this service?
Yes. All services are contracted commercially and come with valid VAT invoices.
6. Can LawPlus customize a service package for our company?
Definitely. We tailor solutions based on your industry, scale, and operational needs.
7. Does the service include litigation support?
Yes. We can advise on disputes and represent your company in court or arbitration when needed.
8. Will LawPlus keep us updated on legal changes?
Yes. We regularly send legal updates and practical guidance relevant to your business.
9. Can we pause the service temporarily?
Yes. Our contracts are flexible — you can pause or adjust the service with prior notice.
10. Does LawPlus support foreign companies operating in Vietnam?
Yes. We have extensive experience advising FDI companies, representative offices, and foreign branches on licensing, labor, tax, and investment matters.