How does the tool calculate the total cost?

The `evaluate_firm_costs` tool calculates the total by applying the hourly rate to estimated hours, while accounting for stage-based discounts and specific fee arrangements like fixed or capped fees.

What factors influence the value-add score?

The `calculate_value_score` tool uses sector expertise, stage expertise, and relationship strength to determine the strategic benefit of a firm.

Can I compare multiple law firms at once?

Yes, you can use `get_firm_comparison_matrix` to see a side-by-side comparison of all analyzed firms across cost and value metrics.

Venture Counsel Selection MCP Connector for Claude

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Evaluate and select the best legal counsel by balancing cost against strategic value.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

More Details Connect to Claude

This MCP server provides an analytical engine for startups to select the most effective legal counsel. It moves beyond simple hourly rates to evaluate firms based on stage-sector alignment, strategic value-add, and relationship strength. Use evaluate_firm_costs to project financial outlays, calculate_value_score to quantify strategic benefits, and generate_counsel_recommendation to receive a ranked list of the best-fit firms. It also provides get_firm_comparison_matrix for a side-by-side view of all candidates.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_gXMcXSX8TkmiXsvb3rgqJzh0B8GwiXuhz4OFwR7y/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http venture-counsel-selection https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_gXMcXSX8TkmiXsvb3rgqJzh0B8GwiXuhz4OFwR7y/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "venture-counsel-selection": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_gXMcXSX8TkmiXsvb3rgqJzh0B8GwiXuhz4OFwR7y/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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