Cappoli Legal & Advisory, PLLC
Board & Executive Advisor | Former General Counsel | Former SEC Assistant GC | Regulatory Strategy
Outside Counsel*
As outside general counsel, Cappoli Legal & Advisory partners with executives, boards, and in-house legal teams to provide practical, strategic legal counsel tailored to each client's needs. Whether serving as a trusted advisor across a broad range of business matters or addressing discrete legal challenges, we help organizations manage legal risk while allowing leadership to remain focused on their core business objectives.
As former General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer of the PCAOB, James was responsible for the organization's entire legal function, including governance, operations, regulatory affairs, labor and employment, contracts, and significant litigation. That broad executive experience informs the practical, business-oriented advice he provides to clients today.
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Day-to-Day Legal and Decision Support
Cappoli Legal & Advisory provides ongoing legal counsel to executives and in-house legal teams, whether offering early-stage strategic guidance or serving as a trusted resource before significant decisions are made. Practical, experienced advice delivered at the right time helps clients navigate uncertainty with greater clarity and confidence.
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Litigation and Outside Counsel Management
Litigation demands honest, candid assessment in high-stress situations. We help coordinate legal strategy and manage outside counsel to ensure that legal positions, business objectives, and regulatory considerations remain aligned.
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Legal Support for Operations: Governance, HR, Contracts
Help organizations build and maintain effective legal and compliance frameworks through the thoughtful development of policies, procedures, and internal controls that reflect actual business operations. Periodic reviews help identify emerging risks and strengthen governance, while practical advice on contracts, corporate governance, operations, and workplace issues provides ongoing support for the evolving needs of the business. The goal is simple: durable legal infrastructure that manages risk and enables growth.
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Event-Driven Guidance and Second Opinions
We help organizations triage and respond to crises, regulatory inquiries, and sensitive internal issues, providing experienced judgment and independent second-opinion analysis to help leaders assess risk, evaluate options, and make well-informed decisions with confidence.
