Legal Services for Media, Technology and Creative Companies

HMLG was built by an entrepreneur, and every team member, including administrative staff, has owned or operated a business.

We know firsthand the tough decisions, operational hurdles, and pivots businesses make daily. Real-world perspective is at the heart of the practice.

We’re not just your lawyers. We’re your advisors in growth, delivering practical legal strategy to support your business goals.

Your In-House Legal Team, On Your Terms

HMLG integrates with your executive team and manages your legal needs with the precision of an in-house legal department. Whether you need us to function as your entire legal team, fill the general counsel or chief legal officer seat, or add depth to your existing in-house counsel, we’ve got you covered.

Our expertise includes:

• Corporate governance and employment
• Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
• Licensing strategy and program design
• IP registration and enforcement
• AI, privacy, and regulatory compliance
• Risk management and litigation oversight
• Investment, financing, and exits

With HMLG, you can focus on growing your business, knowing we’ve got your legal needs handled.

We See How Most Law Firms Operate. There’s a Better Way.

Your lawyers should be more than a checkbox on your to-do list. They should be deeply integrated, practical, and proactive, helping your business thrive at every stage.

Traditional firms are built as separate practice areas with separate lawyers in each. Every time a new question arises, someone bills you to learn your business again. HMLG is structured to avoid this.

Predictable Legal Fees and How HMLG Scopes Projects

How We Scope Legal Projects
HMLG approaches legal work the same way our clients approach building companies, with strategy, clarity, and a focus on results.

Our goal is to function as an extension of our clients’ teams, providing sophisticated legal guidance with transparent and predictable fee structures.

Every engagement begins with a conversation to understand the client’s objectives, business context, and the legal work required. From there, our attorneys define the scope of the project, identify key deliverables, and outline an anticipated timeline.

Fee Structure
Once the scope is established, we recommend a fee structure designed to provide clarity and predictability. HMLG offers flat fee, monthly retainer, hourly, and hybrid arrangements, often combined within a single engagement.

For well-defined projects, a one-time project or flat fee lets clients understand costs in advance. For companies with ongoing legal needs, a monthly retainer provides consistent access to our attorneys and a predictable framework for legal support as the business grows.

When projects evolve, we work collaboratively with clients to evaluate how additional work may affect scope, timing, and fees. This ensures alignment and avoids surprises as legal needs expand.

This structured approach allows our clients to move quickly, make informed decisions, and access experienced legal counsel with confidence in both the process and the cost.