Outside General Counsel for Businesses

Many businesses do not need a full-time in-house lawyer, but they benefit from having experienced legal guidance available when important issues arise.

Outside general counsel provides business owners and companies with a trusted attorney they can call when legal questions, contracts, disputes, or strategic decisions require careful evaluation.

I advise businesses on a wide range of matters that arise during the normal course of operating a company.

Clear, Practical Guidance

You get direct, real-world legal advice tailored to your business—not theory.

Fast Responses When You Need Them

Clients appreciate how quickly I return calls, emails, and texts.

Cost-Effective Legal Support

All the benefit of legal counsel without the overhead of in-house staff.

When Businesses Typically Seek Outside Counsel

Companies often reach out for guidance when situations such as the following arise:

• Reviewing or negotiating business contracts

• Responding to legal threats or disputes

• Resolving issues with business partners or investors

• Addressing vendor or customer disagreements

• Evaluating legal risk before making important business decisions

• Managing issues before they escalate into litigation

Having access to experienced legal counsel allows business owners to address issues early and make informed decisions.

Strategic Legal Guidance for Business Owners

Many business disputes can be avoided or managed more effectively when legal issues are evaluated early.

Outside counsel can help business owners:

• understand their contractual obligations

• evaluate potential legal exposure

• structure agreements more effectively

• respond strategically when conflicts arise

In many situations, early guidance helps protect both the business and the individuals behind it.

Trusted by Small Businesses & Owners Across Southern California

Clients hire me because I give clear advice, communicate quickly, and focus on practical solutions. I treat your business like it’s my own—making sure you stay protected and moving forward.

"Scott was very helpful when I was in urgent need of some advice. He moved around his schedule to help me out and I am very appreciative of his knowledge, hard work, and dedication to his clients.”

"We called Scott last minute with some important items for him to review and he took care of everything for us. He did a wonderful job and really went the extra mile to ensure that my company was protected to the fullest.”

"Mr. Scott Wu has been my attorney and my Father’s attorney for over a decade and I have no complaints, on the contrary, I have to say nothing but great things about him. His quality of work is always at his utmost best. I am most impressed by his responsiveness, always in a timely manner! I wouldn’t trade him for a million bucks! He’s the BEST!”

Serving Businesses in Pasadena and Surrounding Areas

I advise business owners and companies throughout Pasadena and surrounding communities, including:

San Marino

La Cañada Flintridge

Arcadia

South Pasadena

Glendale

and other areas of Los Angeles County.