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Austin P.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

$99/hr
4.8
1,055 jobs

With 350+ 5-star client reviews, I am proud to serve a growing client list here on Upwork. As an experienced business and corporate attorney, I provide end-to-end legal support; handling everything from day-to-day contract management to complex transactions, governance, and compliance. Many of my clients treat me as their on-demand legal department. I draft, review, and negotiate all key agreements, guide leadership through business restructuring, oversee equity and financing documents, and help ensure corporate formalities are observed. Whether you’re a startup, established company, or investor, I deliver practical legal solutions that protect your interests and support sustainable growth. Building on years of experience working with entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 companies alike, I’ve earned a strong reputation for simplifying complex legal issues and turning them into clear, actionable agreements. From Nondisclosure Agreements and Master Service Agreements to Employment and Independent Contractor Agreements, I help clients avoid risk, stay compliant, and move deals forward efficiently. I also assist with Privacy Policies, Terms & Conditions, and compliance programs—keeping businesses aligned with evolving privacy and data protection laws across multiple jurisdictions. Beyond contracts, I advise on entity formation, ownership structure, capital contributions, and internal governance. This includes drafting operating and shareholder agreements, implementing compliance frameworks, and providing ongoing guidance on employment, IP, and commercial matters. I also offer a flat-fee AI Contract Review & Rewrite service for clients who start with ChatGPT or LegalZoom templates. These drafts often miss key provisions or state-specific compliance requirements. I transform them into enforceable, attorney-grade agreements tailored to your goals. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: "We had the pleasure of working with Austin on the development of our franchise agreement. He exhibited an exceptional level of efficiency and professionalism throughout the entire process. His deep expertise in legal matters and understanding of our unique requirements led to the creation of a highly comprehensive and well-structured franchise agreement." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: "Working with Austin has been a pleasure. His attention to detail and expertise ensured everything was done to the highest standard. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services." Please reach out if you need a lawyer who can help you with: ✏️ Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation ✏️ Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs) ✏️ Non-Compete & Non-Solicitation Agreements ✏️ Shareholder Agreements ✏️ Partnership Agreements ✏️ Operating Agreements (LLC) ✏️ Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) ✏️ Stock Purchase Agreements (SPAs) ✏️ Membership Interest Purchase Agreements ✏️ Joint Venture Agreements ✏️ Franchise Agreements & Disclosure Documents (FDDs) ✏️ Vendor & Supplier Contracts ✏️ Licensing Agreements & IP Assignments ✏️ SaaS Agreements & Software Licensing Agreements ✏️ Technology Transfer Agreements ✏️ Website & App Terms of Service / Terms & Conditions ✏️ Privacy Policies (U.S. & International) ✏️ Cookie Policies & Tracking Disclosures ✏️ E-Commerce Terms (Refund, Return, & Shipping Policies) ✏️ Community Guidelines & User Conduct Policies ✏️ Consulting Agreements ✏️ Investment Agreements & Subscription Agreements ✏️ Convertible Notes & SAFE Agreements ✏️ Stock Option Plans (ISOs, NSOs) ✏️ Equity Grant Agreements & Phantom Equity Plans ✏️ Loan Agreements & Promissory Notes ✏️ Escrow Agreements ✏️ Manufacturing & Supply Agreements ✏️ Distribution & Reseller Agreements ✏️ Marketing & Influencer Agreements ✏️ Master Service Agreements (MSAs) ✏️ Business Lease Agreements (Commercial Real Estate) ✏️ Independent Contractor Agreements ✏️ Employment Agreements & Severance Packages ✏️ Executive Compensation Agreements ✏️ Corporate Governance Documents & Bylaws ✏️ Demand Letters & Cease-and-Desist Letters ✏️ Corporate Compliance Policies & Employee Handbooks ✏️ Mergers & Acquisitions Support ✏️ Corporate Restructuring ✏️ Business Formation & Incorporation (LLCs, Corporations, Nonprofits) Please do not hesitate to contact me. It would be a pleasure to add you to my growing list of satisfied clients. I am happy to provide my services through both hourly and flat-fee options. I look forward to working with you! Best, Austin ** TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH UPWORK'S TERMS OF SERVICE , PLEASE REFRAIN FROM SENDING OR SHARING ANY CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION OR SPECIFICS OF YOUR LEGAL MATTER PRIOR TO THE INITIATION OF A FORMAL PROJECT OR A PAID CONSULTATION. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CONSULTATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH UPWORK. ANY COMMUNICATION OUTSIDE OF UPWORK PRIOR TO A FORMAL ENGAGEMENT IS NOT PERMITTED AND CONSTITUTES A BREACH OF UPWORK'S TERMS OF SERVICE. **

  • Contract Drafting
  • Legal Agreement
  • Contract Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Legal
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Legal Consulting
  • Document Review
  • Contract Management
  • Small Business Administration
  • Legal Writing
  • Legal Negotiation
  • Legal Entity Structuring
  • Entity Framework
Eric D.

Rogers, Arkansas

$125/hr
5.0
24 jobs

🚀 Helping Individuals and Small Businesses Thrive with Clear, Practical Legal Support I'm a business and transactions attorney with 9 years of experience in: -Contract drafting & negotiation (B2B, SaaS, licensing, NDAs, etc.) -Data privacy compliance (GDPR, CCPA, internal policies) -Commercial transactions & general business law, including business formations & organization -Legal policies & terms for websites/apps Fractional General Counsel support for growing businesses I've worked with startups, creators, and Fortune 500 companies alike. Whether you're launching a business, drafting client agreements, or navigating compliance, I provide efficient, plain-language legal help that keeps your goals front and center. 📌 I specialize in one-off projects and long-term partnerships. Let's make legal simple and strategic for your business.

  • Contract Drafting
  • Contract Law
  • Data Privacy
  • Legal Consulting
  • Software Documentation
  • Legal Research
  • Corporate Law
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Proofreading
  • Legal Writing
  • Document Review
  • Policy Writing
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Contract Management
  • SaaS
John P.

Idaho Falls, Idaho

$50/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Is your legal workload growing faster than your bandwidth to handle it? Every document you file, every contract you sign, and every motion you submit carries real consequences. Errors cost time. Delays cost money. And poorly drafted documents can cost you everything you've worked for. That's where I come in. I'm John, a U.S attorney with 10 years of experience providing precise, practical legal support to law firms, business owners, and self-represented clients. My work is built on three things my clients consistently rely on: clear communication, fast delivery, and rates that make professional legal support genuinely accessible. I offer comprehensive legal drafting and counsel across a wide range of areas, including: • Motion drafting, pleadings, and court-ready legal arguments • Contract drafting, review, and revision • Business formation and governance, including LLCs, bylaws, and operating agreements • Demand letters, cease and desist notices, and settlement documents • Commercial civil litigation support • Employment and labor law documentation • Family law support including prenuptial agreements, divorce filings, and custody terms • Intellectual property protection, including confidentiality agreements and IP strategy • Legal research, issue spotting, and compliance analysis • Real estate documentation and transactional support • Website and business policies including Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policies, and Disclaimers. What sets my practice apart is the relationship I build with each client. I take the time to understand your specific situation, so every document I deliver is tailored, jurisdiction-aware, and ready to perform when it matters most. You won't get generic templates or rushed work, you'll get a dedicated legal partner who treats your matter with the same urgency and care you would. Let's get your legal needs handled the right way. Message me today to get started.

  • Contract Drafting
  • Contract
  • Legal Agreement
  • Contract Law
  • Litigation
  • Privacy Policy
  • Legal Writing
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Motion
  • Corporate Law
  • Legal Assistance
John C.

Lake Charles, Louisiana

$50/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Business moves fast but one poorly drafted agreement, overlooked compliance requirement, or unclear contract clause can expose your company to costly disputes, regulatory penalties, and unnecessary legal risk. I help startups, SaaS companies, entrepreneurs, SMEs, property owners, and growing businesses protect what they've built through strategic legal solutions that combine legal precision with practical business insight. With over 30 years of experience in Business and Corporate Law, I provide commercially focused legal services designed to help businesses negotiate confidently, remain compliant, and scale securely. My approach goes beyond drafting legal documents I create enforceable legal frameworks that protect your interests while supporting your long-term business objectives. Whether you're launching a startup, hiring employees, negotiating a commercial lease, protecting confidential information, onboarding vendors, or expanding internationally, I deliver tailored legal solutions that minimize risk and maximize clarity. Core Practice Areas * Business & Corporate Law * Contract Drafting & Contract Review * Commercial Contracts * Employment Agreements * Independent Contractor Agreements * Partnership Agreements * Shareholder Agreements * Commercial Lease Drafting & Review * SaaS Agreements * Software Licensing Agreements * Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) * Terms & Conditions * Privacy Policies * GDPR Compliance Reviews * Legal Compliance & Risk Mitigation * Contract Negotiation * Intellectual Property Clauses * Vendor & Supplier Agreements * Legal Research * Motion Drafting * Court Pleadings * Litigation Support * Legal Writing * Civil Law Assistance * Document Review How I Help My Clients ✔️ Draft legally enforceable contracts tailored to your business ✔️ Review agreements to identify hidden legal and commercial risks ✔️ Strengthen existing contracts through practical revisions ✔️ Prepare customized employment and contractor agreements ✔️ Draft SaaS agreements and software licensing documentation ✔️ Develop GDPR-compliant Privacy Policies and Terms & Conditions ✔️ Prepare partnership and shareholder agreements that reduce future disputes ✔️ Draft and review commercial lease agreements protecting landlords and tenants ✔️ Provide legal writing, legal research, litigation support, and motion drafting ✔️ Deliver practical legal advice aligned with your commercial goals Why Businesses Hire Me ✓ 30+ years of Business & Corporate Law experience ✓ Extensive experience drafting and reviewing commercial agreements ✓ Business-focused legal strategy—not generic templates ✓ Strong risk mitigation and compliance expertise ✓ Clear communication and responsive collaboration ✓ Practical legal solutions tailored to your business objectives ✓ Confidential, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven My philosophy is simple: great legal work should make business easier not more complicated. Every agreement I prepare is drafted with one objective in mind: protecting your interests while supporting your business growth. Whether you need a single contract reviewed, a complex commercial agreement negotiated, ongoing legal support, or strategic guidance for your growing business, I am committed to delivering practical, commercially sound legal solutions that give you confidence in every transaction. If you're looking for a trusted Business & Corporate Lawyer who understands both legal risk and commercial reality, I'd be pleased to discuss your project. Click the "Invite to Job" button, and let's build the legal foundation your business deserves. OTHER EXPERIENCES Business & Corporate Law Advising startups, SMEs, SaaS companies, investors, and established businesses on business formation, corporate governance, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, and legal risk management. Contract Law Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and optimizing commercial agreements, service contracts, employment agreements, vendor agreements, consulting agreements, licensing agreements, and business contracts. Employment Law Preparing employment contracts, executive agreements, independent contractor agreements, employee handbooks, workplace policies, confidentiality agreements, restrictive covenants, and termination documentation. Commercial Leasing Drafting and reviewing commercial lease agreements, lease amendments, landlord-tenant agreements, rent review provisions, assignment clauses, and lease negotiation support. SaaS & Technology Law Drafting SaaS Agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Software Licensing Agreements, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Terms of Service, Privacy Policies, Data Processing Agreements, and GDPR compliance documentation. Litigation Support Preparing legal motions, court pleadings, affidavits, legal memoranda, demand letters, legal research, and procedural documentation to support civil

  • Contract Drafting
  • Contract Law
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Legal Writing
  • Corporate Law
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement
  • Commercial Lease
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • GDPR Compliance Review
  • Partnership Agreement
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Document Review
  • Litigation
  • Motion Writing
  • Civil Law
  • SaaS
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Assistance
  • Legal Documentation
  • Privacy Law
Jordan E.

Pensacola, Florida

$55/hr
5.0
24 jobs

I am a detail-oriented legal professional with extensive experience drafting and reviewing a wide range of legal documents and providing research-driven support across multiple practice areas. My work includes but not limited to preparing motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs; drafting contracts, partnership agreements, and corporate governance documents; and tailoring terms & conditions, privacy policies, and employment agreements to ensure compliance and enforceability. I bring proven expertise in litigation support for civil, criminal, and family law matters, with a strong background in legal writing and persuasive advocacy. I also advise on corporate, commercial, and employment law issues, ensuring clarity and protection of client interests in every agreement. Whether developing a comprehensive buy-sell agreement, preparing appellate motions, or conducting in-depth legal research, I focus on precision, compliance with applicable laws, and practical solutions that withstand scrutiny in both negotiation and litigation settings.

  • Contract Drafting
  • Legal Agreement
  • Legal Motion
  • Legal Pleadings
  • Legal Research
  • Partnership Agreement
  • Criminal Law
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Litigation
  • Family Law
  • Civil Law
  • Privacy Policy
  • Corporate Law
  • Employment Law
  • Legal Writing
Erin O.

Winter Garden, Florida

$70/hr
4.8
13 jobs

Thinking about hiring me? Algorithms are not reliable- my services are! References available! Highly accomplished Florida General Paralegal, Medico-Legal consultant, and Senior Level Legal Document Drafter with 25+ years of experience. Expert in nationwide litigation support with specialty in medical malpractice, personal injury, workers’ compensation, and wrongful death claims. Having trouble finding an attorney to look at your medical malpractice case? Independent, trusted reviews outline the deviation from standard of care and show the merit of your case. Get exceptional, exhaustive chronologies and litigation case reports designed to help attorneys win high-profile benchmark cases. Proficient in medical records analysis, standard-of-care evaluation, legal and medical research, supportive and demonstrative evidence, and expert witness recruitment. Known for translating complex clinical details into clear, compelling evidence, and for providing reliable, accurate work. Fluent in medical and legal terminology with expansive experience creating attorney, patient, and physician facing content. CORE COMPETENCIES General paralegal support. Meticulous Medical Malpractice Case Review. Expert in conducting detailed, expositive reviews of medical-legal, wrongful death, malpractice and personal injury plaintiff and defense cases. Not your average Legal Nurse Consultant. Skilled in all areas of medical malpractice and expert witness recruitment, consistently producing winning results every lawyer wants. Expert Witness Identification and Recruitment: Skilled in locating and recruiting expert witnesses who can provide compelling testimony and support case strategies. Case Development: Proficient in developing comprehensive case theories and strategies, ensuring robust support for litigation efforts. Legal Research and Writing: Capable of conducting in-depth legal research and drafting precise legal documents to support case objectives. Trial Preparation and Case Management: Experienced in organizing evidence, preparing witnesses, and managing case files to ensure seamless trial preparation. Client Communication: Adept at translating complex legal and medical information into clear, understandable terms. • General Paralegal Document Drafting Services • Expert in Medical Malpractice Claims • Medical Standard of Care & Causation Analysis • Medical Record Chronologies- Mediation Ready Summaries • Exceptional Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death Case Merit Evaluation • Expert Witness Location & Coordination • Requests for Production & Deposition Preparation • Case Theory Development and Support • Pro se Litigant Document Drafting • Remote/Virtual Paralegal Support and Document Drafting • Plaintiff, Defense, and Pro Se Litigant Expert Witness and Demonstrative Evidence Case Support

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