Main Street Counsel
Main Street Counsel Plans
Tracy is a local Placerville business owner and attorney who brings high-level legal experience right to El Dorado County. After spending over twenty years as an attorney for Intel Corporation, he decided to shift his focus from global corporations to his local community.
Tracy understands the unique challenges of growing a business here in the foothills. Instead of confusing legal jargon, he offers a practical partnership. He specializes in "bringing order to chaos"—helping you fix messy contracts, safely use new technology, and protect the business you've worked so hard to build.
Think of him as a strategic partner who is just down the road, ready to help you spot risks before they become expensive problems.
Our Approach to Business Law
No Surprises. Just Solutions.
We know that for many small business owners, calling a lawyer is scary because you never know how much the bill will be. That fear often stops good business owners from asking important questions until it’s too late.
The Law Office of Tracy Work is different. We believe in predictability:
We avoid billing by the minute. We use flat fees so you can budget easily.
We are proactive. We help you fix your foundation now so you don't get sued later.
We are local. We offer corporate-grade experience with a "Main Street" understanding of your needs.
The "Main Street Counsel" Plan
Legal Certainty for Your Business
Stop worrying about the hourly clock. The Main Street Counsel Plan is a monthly subscription that gives you a dedicated legal ally for a flat monthly fee. It is designed to replace the "surprise invoice" with a simple, consistent partnership.
Why Local Businesses Join:
Simple Budgeting: One flat monthly fee covers your calls, emails, and document reviews.
Open Access: You get guaranteed monthly calls to ask questions. We want you to call us before you sign that contract.
Annual Check-Ups: We include annual and quarterly audits to check your website and contracts for safety.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
How It Works in Practice:
Easy Scheduling: Book calls directly without phone tag.
Quick Answers: Email "quick questions" anytime. We usually reply within one business day.
Intake Audit: We start every new relationship with a 1-Hour Intake Audit to map out exactly what your business needs.
What We Do and Don't Do (So You Know)
We focus on business strategy, contracts, and technology. We do not handle divorce, real estate closings, or going to court for lawsuits.
Menu of Services: How We Can Help
Whether you join the monthly plan or just need help with a one-time project, here is a sample of a few of the things we do best.
I. Protecting Your Revenue
Client Agreements: Reviewing the contracts you give your customers to ensure you actually get paid and don't get stuck with unfair liability.
Vendor Contracts: Checking the fine print before you sign with a new software company or supplier.
"Fixing" Templates: Taking that contract you downloaded off the internet five years ago and turning it into a professional, legally safe document.
II. Technology & AI (Using Tools Safely)
Safe AI Use: Practical advice on how to use tools like ChatGPT or AI design software without accidentally stealing someone's work or giving away your company secrets.
Website Protection: Writing a clear Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for your website so you don't get hit with an easy lawsuit.
III. Growing Your Team
Contractor Agreements: Making sure your Independent Contractor agreements are legal so you don't get in trouble with the state.
Hiring Risks: Advice on the legal risks of bringing on new help.
IV. Marketing Safely
Ad Reviews: checking your flyers, website claims, and social media ads to make sure you aren't accidentally breaking consumer protection laws.
V. General Business Strategy
Strategic Problem Solving: If you have a messy operational problem or a chaotic business situation, we help bring order and a clear path forward.