Service Models

Retainer Models  |  Flat Fee Services  |  Customized Training

Sligo Law Group provides flexible federal legal and policy support for organizations that work with federal programs, federal funding, or federal regulatory requirements. We advise public agencies, institutions of higher education, school systems, charter and independent schools, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and research entities nationwide.

Retainer Models

Our retainer models provide predictable access to experienced federal counsel, scaled to your organization’s size, complexity, and risk profile. All retainers are customized based on scope, volume, funding streams, and responsiveness needs.

As-Needed Support Retainer

Starts at $1,500 per month

Designed for organizations that want reliable access to federal expertise without a heavy monthly commitment.

  • Monthly bank of hours
  • Guidance on federal program, grant, fiscal, compliance, or policy questions
  • Optional rollover up to a defined cap
  • Discounted rates for additional hours

Scheduled Check-In Retainer

Starts at $2,500 per month

Designed for organizations that benefit from regular touchpoints and proactive guidance.

  • Monthly bank of hours
  • Monthly or bi-monthly standing meetings
  • As-needed support between check-ins
  • Document review and issue spotting
  • Optional rollover and discounted rates for additional hours

Comprehensive Annual Retainer

Starts at $75,000 per year

Designed for organizations with complex portfolios or year-round federal engagement.

  • Larger annual pool of hours used flexibly
  • Priority scheduling and faster turnaround
  • Standing meetings built into the engagement
  • Generous rollover options
  • Monthly billing options available

Flat Fee Services

We offer flat fee pricing for projects with defined parameters, allowing your organization to plan for a known cost prior to engagement. Flat fees are based on the scope and complexity of the project.

Customized Training

We provide tailored training to build internal capacity and confidence around federal education programs and compliance, combining deep subject-matter expertise with practical, actionable guidance. All sessions are customized to your audience and operational context.

Formats include: live or virtual sessions, one-time trainings or multi-part series, introductory through advanced levels.

Topics include: federal grant management and program compliance, civil rights and equity, higher education law, administrative law, and privacy law.