Dental Counsel as a Service (DCaaS)

Provides steady, proactive legal guidance tailored to your dental practice.

Managing a dental practice involves ongoing legal responsibilities that often extend beyond what a traditional law firm can offer.

Finn Legal’s Dental Counsel as a Service (DCaaS) is designed for practice owners who want consistent support as their business evolves—someone to review contracts, weigh in on compliance, or answer legal questions as they come up. With DCaaS, you're not left figuring out how to stay compliant or protect your practice on your own.

Working with Finn Legal means you’re supported by a team that understands the operational and regulatory realities of dentistry. We help you avoid issues before they arise, respond quickly when questions do come up, and keep your practice moving forward with fewer disruptions and more clarity.

Our Capabilities

We provide steady, practice-specific legal support across the many areas where dentistry and regulation intersect. With this relationship, dentists gain access to legal counsel that understands the daily and long-term demands of owning and operating a dental practice.

  • Contract Review & Drafting: Support for employment agreements, vendor contracts, and lease agreements, reviewed in the context of your goals and risk profile.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Guidance on compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, insurance policies and state dental board regulations to ensure your systems stay up-to-date and legally sound.
  • Practice Operations & Risk Management: Legal input on policy development, recordkeeping, and patient documentation to help reduce risk and protect the practice.
  • HR & Employment Law Support: Ongoing support with employee handbooks, disciplinary actions, wage and hour compliance, and termination guidance.
  • Telehealth & Digital Dentistry Legalities: Assistance with compliance in evolving areas like virtual care, digital tools, and remote services, ensuring you meet legal requirements while offering modern care.
  • Ongoing Legal Consultation: A consistent point of contact for day-to-day legal questions and concerns, with proactive updates as regulations change or issues emerge.

Why This Service Matters



When legal support is built into your operations, you reduce risk, save time, and create room to focus on patients and growth.
  • Risk Mitigation Avoid costly litigation and regulatory action by identifying and addressing legal risks early.
  • Cost-Effectiveness Predictable monthly arrangements often prove more cost-effective than traditional hourly billing.
  • Peace of Mind Know that legal matters are being handled professionally, so you can focus on delivering care.
  • Compliance Assurance Stay current with evolving dental regulations, avoiding outdated systems and preventable oversights.
  • Strategic Growth Support Legal input helps you move forward on solid footing when expanding or improving operations.
  • Protection of Assets Documentation, contracts, and policies are built with long-term protection in mind.

Who This Service is For

  • Aspiring or new practice owners
  • Experienced dentists needing a refresher
  • Practice managers handling contracts or HR
  • Dental students or residents preparing for ownership
  • Any dental professional who wants to feel more informed

FAQ

What is the difference between DCaaS and traditional legal services?
Traditional legal services are often transactional or issue-specific. DCaaS provides continuous support, offering clarity and guidance as legal questions arise in day-to-day operations.
How is the pricing structured for DCaaS?
Pricing is based on a defined scope of services and frequency of access. Most clients prefer a flat monthly arrangement for predictability.
Is DCaaS suitable for a new dental practice?
Yes. This service is especially helpful for new practices that want to start with strong contracts, compliant systems, and clear documentation.
How quickly can I get a response to a legal question?
DCaaS clients have direct access to counsel. Response expectations are outlined in your agreement based on urgency and scope.
Does DCaaS replace the need for a litigator if I get sued?
No. We don’t provide litigation services, but we can refer you to appropriate counsel and help you take steps to reduce the risk of litigation.
What types of dental specialties do you serve?
We work with general dentists and specialists—including oral surgeons, orthodontists, pediatric dentists, and others.
Can I adjust my DCaaS plan over time?
Yes. As your needs evolve, we can review and update your agreement to reflect your current operations and goals.
Our Process 
Dental Counsel as a Service (DCaaS)
01

Initial Consultation
We begin with a discussion of your current legal concerns and operational needs.

02

Service Agreement Development
We create a tailored DCaaS package based on your goals and preferred level of engagement.

03

Onboarding & Discovery
We review existing policies, documents, and systems to identify initial priorities.

04

Reporting & Review
We provide periodic summaries of services and recommend next steps to support your practice long term.

Take the next step with your practice

Whether you're forming a new practice, navigating a transition, or building a DSO, Finn Legal is here to support your next move with strategic legal insight and straightforward service.
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