Our Services
At Southwind we specialize in legal advice for the tech field, and in particular the video game and mobile game development industry. We’ve worked with everything from one-man firms to massive, global developers, publishers and tech companies.
The digital/tech field, especially the video and mobile gaming development industry, is highly specialized, and it’s important to us that we have absolute confidence in the advice we give you - that’s why we only work in fields we have a truly deep understanding of. That means we work in most areas pertaining specifically to the video game and mobile game industries, including all commercial contracts (publishing contracts, licensing agreements, etc.), GDPR issues, terms of service/EULA:s, IP protection and ownership, corporate law, and much more. What we don’t work with are areas which are their own specialties outside of that, such as tax law, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Since our industry - in particular the video game industry - differs significantly from other areas, we find that rather than simply listing available services, it’s best to start with a conversation wherein you can explain your particular issue, and where we can start the process towards a tailor-made solution just for you.
We also believe in transparency when it comes to pricing, which is why we openly list our rates below. Predictability is key for any company, and with us there are never any surprises. So get in touch - as you’ll see below, the first consultation is free!
Initial consultation
$0 - Free!
Any initial meeting or consultation is completely free of charge, and we never charge for any service without giving you advance notice and getting a written confirmation from you.
The initial meeting typically allows you to introduce yourself and your company, and to explain what specific issue you’re currently dealing with, after which we’ll be able to discuss how we can best help you going forward.
We’re looking forward to speaking with you!
Small companies/indies
€180 / $180 / 1 800 SEK (hourly)
We put a lot of effort into making sure that we’re not prohibitively expensive for small companies and indie developers who may lack some of the financial capacities of larger organizations. In our experience, this is especially important since the smaller companies are typically the ones who need the most help.
Because of this commitment, we discount our hourly rate for any companies who have less than four full-time employees or contractors (including founders and/or working shareholders). In addition to this discounted rate, we also offer further reduced rates on initial projects and fixed-rate services, depending on the nature and scope of the issue at hand.
Regular rate
€220 / $220 / 2 200 SEK (hourly)
Our regular rate which we charge for the majority of the services we provide. While this is reflective of our typical pricing, we do offer discounted rates for large-scale projects which require unusual amounts of work, as well as for clients who wish to go into a retainer-based partnership. We’re always open to discuss individualized rates, so if you’re hesitant feel free to contact us and and we’ll be happy to try to find a solution that works for you.
Fixed-rate services and package prices
We generally work on an hourly basis; however, certain services we provide can be paid for at a fixed rate or with a “package price”. If you need a Terms of Service, a Privacy Policy, or a simpler, more standardized agreement such as an employment agreement, these can often be paid for at a fixed rate, if that is your preference. The exact amount will vary with the specifics of your situation, but if you are looking for predictability, this will provide that for you.
It is not unusual that a service provided at a package price is then coupled with additional work performed at an hourly rate (i.e. if you wish for us to make substantial revisions in the delivered material) - we will always inform you before charging any additional fees beyond the set package price.
Get in touch, and we’ll be happy to discuss a fixed rate for a specific service you need.
Contact us
Interested in working together? Give us a brief description of your situation and what you wish to discuss with us, and we’ll be in touch shortly. We look forward to working with you!