Trusted Counsel for Modern Organizations
Apriles Counsel is your ongoing outside, in-house counsel for organizations that value trusted relationships, practical guidance, and direct access to experienced legal judgment.
Apriles Counsel was built on the belief that good legal counsel starts with relationships, sound judgement, and a deep understanding on how organizations actually work.
We advise leadership teams on complex legal and regulatory challenges involving governance, risk, and organizational structure.
Concierge Legal Services
Practical Counsel, Integrated with Leadership
Apriles Counsel works with a small number of organizations on an ongoing basis, providing direct access to experienced legal and strategic guidance across the day to day realities of leadership.
For some clients, that may mean a quick board question, contract review, or governance discussion. For others, it may involve navigating sensitive personnel matters, organizational conflict, investigations, or
significant legal issues.
The relationship is designed to be practical, responsive, and grounded in long term partnership — not
transactional hourly billing.
Many clients have worked with Apriles Counsel for more than a decade.
Client Perspectives
“Terry has been a steady and trusted advisor throughout my tenure with NSH—from my early leadership roles through to serving as CEO. His guidance is clear, practical, and timely, and I rely on his perspective across governance, employment, and business matters. As a small-staff executive, I also value him as a thoughtful sounding board as we evaluate opportunities for growth and expansion.”
— Aubrey MJ Wanner, CEO, National Society for Histotechnology
President & CEO
“Terry is fully engaged in the work. His advice is clear, grounded, and directly useful. He brings the value of a deeply involved partner—not just outside counsel.”
— David T. Downey, President & CEO, International Downtown Association
President & CEO
More Than Outside Counsel
The best legal guidance comes from understanding how an organization actually functions—its
leadership, history, pressures, and priorities.
Apriles Counsel partners with organizations over the long term, providing accessible, practical counsel
across everyday questions and significant organizational challenges alike.
- Contracts
- Ethics
- Intellectual Property
- Employment
- Legal Policies
- Board and Organizational
- Governance
- Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions
Intellectual Property
Client Perspectives
“Terry has worked with me across multiple organizations through both routine matters and complex institutional challenges. He brings sound judgment, a steady presence, and a deep understanding of how organizations function in practice.”
— Sharon H. Kneebone, IOM, FASAE, CAE | Executive Director & CEO, American Academy of Pain Medicine
Executive Director & CEO, American Academy of Pain Medicine
Governance, Ethics & Risk
- Ethics and Corporate Compliance
- Organizational Governance
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Antitrust
Operational & Transactional Support
- Human Resources & Employment Law
- Complex Commercial Contracts and Negotiation
- SaaS, Data Privacy, OEM Licensing
- Intellectual Property
Leadership
A Practice Built on Judgment and Trust
After more than two decades advising organizations and leadership teams from within, I launched
Apriles Counsel to bring that experience more directly to a broader range of clients. My work is
grounded in the belief that the most important counsel often involves not only what is legally
permissible, but what is wise under the circumstances.
Client Perspectives
“I’ve relied on Terry through complex and sensitive challenges, including serious ethical matters. He brings sound judgment and discretion, and works thoughtfully with the Board to provide clear, practical guidance grounded in the realities organizations face.”
— Oona Schmid, Executive Director, Society for American Archaeology
Executive Director, Society for American Archaeology
Licensed Across Three Jurisdictions
A practice built on judgment and trust
After more than two decades advising organizations and leadership teams from within, I launched Apriles Counsel to bring that experience more directly to a broader range of clients. My work is grounded in the belief that the most important counsel often involves not only what is legally permissible, but what is wise under the circumstances.
Client Perspectives
“I’ve relied on Terry through complex and sensitive challenges, including serious ethical matters. He brings sound judgment and discretion, and works thoughtfully with the Board to provide clear, practical guidance grounded in the realities organizations face.”
— Oona Schmid, Executive Director, Society for American Archaeology
Executive Director, Society for American Archaeology
A practice built on judgment and trust
After more than two decades advising organizations and leadership teams from within, I launched Apriles Counsel to bring that experience more directly to a broader range of clients. My work is grounded in the belief that the most important counsel often involves not only what is legally permissible, but what is wise under the circumstances.
Start a conversation
If your organization is looking for practical legal guidance, direct access to a trusted counsel, and a long
term legal advisor, Apriles Counsel would welcome the opportunity to connect.