Written by Maaike Roet – CEO & Founder of House

The Benefits of an On-Demand In-House Counsel

What do you do when you’re running a business and face a legal question?
Is this contract aligned with our services? How should we handle an employment dispute? What are the legal implications of a potential acquisition?

You might think of calling a lawyer or hiring a full-time in-house counsel. But there’s a third, often overlooked option: an on-demand in-house counsel. In this blog, I explain why this flexible model makes sense – and why more businesses are starting to rely on it.

Flexibility and Efficiency for Modern Businesses

The way companies access legal support is changing. Traditional legal departments and long-standing partnerships with law firms are no longer the default. Instead, more organisations are turning to on-demand legal services – gaining access to experienced legal expertise exactly when they need it, without long-term contracts or high fixed costs.

What Is On-Demand Legal Support?

On-demand legal support allows companies to bring in an external in-house counsel as needed – whether through flexible subscriptions or hourly billing. This could mean one-off advice on a contract or temporary legal support during a project or transaction.

At House, these services are delivered by senior in-house counsels with years of experience at large companies. They understand the fast-paced commercial environment and offer practical, actionable advice – no long memos, just clear guidance that helps business leaders make sound decisions.

Who Benefits Most from On-Demand Legal Support?

This model is especially valuable for organisations that need legal expertise but don’t require a full-time in-house counsel – or want to avoid the high costs of traditional law firms. It’s ideal for:

  • Startups and scale-ups looking to build a solid legal foundation without setting up a full legal team.

  • SMEs that need periodic legal advice on commercial contracts, employment matters, or privacy policies.

  • Large organisations seeking temporary legal capacity for specific projects or peak workloads.

The Key Benefits

  • Flexibility – Access legal support when you need it, without long-term commitments.

  • Cost-efficiency – Pay only for what you use. Avoid the cost of full-time hires or premium law firm rates.

  • Specialist expertise – Our in-house counsels combine legal knowledge with a deep understanding of business. They quickly assess legal and commercial risks to deliver the right advice.

  • Practical and fast – No academic reports. Just workable, business-focused solutions that you can implement immediately.

The Future of Legal Services

The shift towards on-demand legal services is part of a broader move towards more flexible and digital legal solutions. Networks and platforms of experienced legal professionals make it easier than ever to access the right expertise, fast.

For businesses, this means more control over legal costs – without sacrificing speed or quality. On-demand legal support is not only an efficient solution for today; it’s a model that’s set to become increasingly important in the future.

Legal for tomorrow.

Curious to see how House’s on-demand legal services can support your business?
Reach out to Niels Braamse for an introductory call at +31 (0)20 520 6838 or via niels@house-legal.nl.