Episode #10 Time to Call Your Lawyer: Navigating Attorney Engagement & Negotiations with Cody Blades

01:22 Attorneys for Everyone 02:01 Contingency Based Arrangement 04:10 Retainer Fee Structure 06:01 Different Fee Arrangements 07:42 How to Find the Right Attorney 11:23 Negotiating with Your Attorney 14:18 Understanding Employment Contracts 15:42 Negotiating Your Employment Contract 19:46 Negotiating After Leaving Employment 20:42 Getting Help with Legal Matters 25:04 Setting Up a Business or Side Hustle 26:46 Protecting Personal Assets and Avoiding Co-mingling of Funds 28:46 The Importance of Operating Agreements 33:43 Fractional General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel 38:19 Building a Personal Brand and Business Development In this episode of Cupalo Conversations, attorney Cody Blades delves into numerous unspoken aspects of working with attorneys and crucial yet frequently overlooked elements of legal counsel. Demystifying hourly rates, contingency fees, retainer agreements, flat fees as well as various engagement models, Cody empowers listeners to feel confident negotiating with their legal counsel. Cody shares practical tips and strategies for effectively communicating with legal representatives, advocating for one's interests, and achieving mutually beneficial outcomes. Delving into common pitfalls both employees and business owners make, from overlooking critical clauses in contracts to neglecting the importance of shareholder agreements, Cody offers actionable advice for employees AND entrepreneurs looking to navigate the legal landscape with confidence. Whether you're an employee negotiating a contract or a business owner navigating a lawsuit, this episode equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the attorney-client relationships with confidence and clarity. 🏛 Connect with Lauren Hannon Sign up for "Cupalo Newsletter" (Lauren's email newsletter): https://cupalo.substack.com/ Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannonlauren/ Check out Cupalo's website: https://cupalo.io/