The phrase "one's outside counsel" refers to a lawyer or legal team who is hired by a person or organization from outside their regular team of advisors or employees to provide legal advice and representation. Full definition
With company budgets getting smaller, it's imperative that in - house counsel find more cost - effective ways to work with outside counsel on complex matters and litigation. (blogs.findlaw.com)
While there is nothing inherently problematic in the use of Outside Counsel Guidelines, there is reason for concern. (slaw.ca)
When I began my own practice, I spent several years as outside counsel for a property liability insurance carrier. (erothsteinlaw.com)