Eric Proos

Next Era Legal is a modern law firm providing strategic, embedded legal support to help fast-growing businesses scale, raise capital, and mitigate risk without the overhead of a full-time hire.

Our Fractional General Counsel (GC) model provides businesses with consistent, senior-level legal leadership on a flexible, part-time, or subscription basis. We integrate directly into your operations, acting as your in-house attorney to align legal strategy with business goals. Unlike traditional outside counsel, our model focuses on continuity and proactive risk mitigation, ensuring we are always up-to-speed and prepared for the next stage of your company's growth.

We provide a comprehensive range of corporate and transactional legal services, operating at a strategic level to drive growth. This includes:

Day-to-Day Legal Decision Support and corporate governance.

Contract Lifecycle Management (drafting, review, and negotiation of customer, vendor, and employment agreements).

Capital & M&A Readiness, including entity structuring, fundraising (seed to Series C), and strategic planning for exit/succession.

Intellectual Property (IP), brand, and franchising structuring.

Commercial Real Estate transactions, including lease negotiation, purchases, and sales.

We partner primarily with growth-stage startups and fast-growing, middle-market established businesses that have consistent legal needs but are not yet ready for a full-time GC. Our client base spans various industries, including:

SaaS and Technology Platforms

Consumer Goods and DTC Brands

Professional Services and Consultancies

Franchise Systems and Multi-location Operators

Real Estate Development and Investment Firms