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Elizabeth O.

Business & Corporate Lawyer | Contracts, SaaS, MSA & GDPR Compliance

Braintree, United Kingdom
$50 per hour
39 jobs
$10K+ total earnings

Award-Winning Corporate & Contract Law Counsel | Global Contracts, Compliance & High-Stakes Wins Results beat titles, but awards validate impact. I am an award-winning business and corporate lawyer specializing in commercial agreements, SaaS terms, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and GDPR compliance. Recognized for delivering legally sound, commercially intelligent outcomes in high-stakes matters, I provide legal services across the UK, Europe, and the US. With 10+ yearsโ€™ experience, I have worked on 500+ contracts and saved $70M+ for businesses, corporate firms, startups, SaaS companies, fintech firms, and enterprises. Whether you need a robust privacy policy, a concrete NDA, a lease agreement, complex vendor agreements, a partnership agreement, or contract drafting and review, I translate legal complexity into a competitive business advantage. ๐Œ๐ฒ ๐‚๐จ๐ซ๐ž ๐‹๐ž๐ ๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐œ๐ž๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ง๐œ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐ž: ๐Ÿ“ ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐œ๐ญ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐š๐Ÿ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐‘๐ž๐ฏ๐ข๐ž๐ฐ NDAs, MSAs, SaaS Agreements, Service Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Employment Contracts, Supplier Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policies, and Commercial Contracts. ๐Ÿ“ ๐‚๐จ๐ซ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž & ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐‹๐š๐ฐ Corporate governance, director duties, business structuring, regulatory compliance, internal policies, legal risk analysis, and commercial advisory services. ๐Ÿ“๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ & ๐‚๐ซ๐จ๐ฌ๐ฌ-๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐ž๐ซ ๐“๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ฌ๐š๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ Jurisdiction-aware contracts, international commercial agreements, legal research, compliance strategy, and multi-market operational support. ๐Ÿ“ ๐†๐ƒ๐๐‘ & ๐ƒ๐š๐ญ๐š ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž GDPR compliance audits, Privacy Policies, Data Protection Agreements, Cookie Policies, compliance mapping, and regulatory risk mitigation for digital businesses handling customer data. ๐Ÿ“๐’๐š๐š๐’ & ๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ ๐‹๐š๐ฐ SaaS Agreements, Software Licensing, Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Platform Terms, API Agreements, User Policies, Subscription Structures, and Technology Compliance. ๐–๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐”๐ฉ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค ๐‚๐ฅ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐’๐š๐ฒ ๐€๐›๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐Œ๐ž: โญโญโญโญโญ: โ€œElizabeth was fantastic to work with. She helped us draft a commercial lease agreement for landlords and property owners. She also helped us navigate the complexity with ease through detailed explanations. Highly recommended for anyone needing contract work and legal advice in the future.โ€ โญโญโญโญโญ: โ€œElizabeth has been consistently kind and helpful whenever Iโ€™ve needed to ask questions. She goes above and beyond in her support, and I really appreciate the effort she puts in. We are still working together, but I already feel very comfortable knowing I have someone I can turn to for clear guidance.โ€ โญโญโญโญโญ: โ€œWe worked with Elizabeth on a complex suite of agreements and could not be more pleased with the outcome. Elizabeth demonstrated exceptional legal acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep strategic understanding of the issues at hand. Her guidance was invaluable, and the final result exceeded our expectations.โ€ ๐–๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐‚๐ฅ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐•๐š๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ž ๐€๐›๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐  ๐–๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐ž โœ… Contracts drafted for enforceability, negotiation leverage, and commercial protection. โœ… Clear legal language without unnecessary jargon. โœ… Fast turnaround with detail-oriented execution. โœ… Strategic legal thinking aligned with business goals. โœ… Strong risk assessment and clause-by-clause protection analysis. โœ… High responsiveness and professional communication throughout projects. Need a strategic legal partner who delivers precision in contract drafting and review, SaaS agreements, GDPR compliance, and cross-border transactions? I'm here to ensure your legal framework is as ambitious as your business goals. Click the โ€˜Messageโ€™ or โ€˜Inviteโ€™ button below to share a few details about your project. Letโ€™s protect your business, strengthen your leverage, and position you for a secure, high-stakes win. ๐Ÿ”—Keywords: Solicitor, Licensed attorney, Upwork contracts lawyer, legal consultant, contract lawyer, corporate law, legal writing, terms and conditions expert, alternative dispute resolution professional, employment lawyer, mergers and acquisition expert, business legal support, GDPR legal consulting, SaaS contracts, start-up lawyer, cross-border compliance, US-UK contract lawyer, LLC & company formation, NDAs, demand letters, court representation, data privacy, international legal strategy, IP protection, legal documents review, commercial contract disputes, shareholder agreements, privacy policy, EULA, software licensing lawyer, commercial terms drafting.

Bolaji O.

Corporate & Commercial Lawyer | SaaS, Contracts & Data Privacy Expert

Braintree, United Kingdom
$50 per hour
12 jobs
$1K+ total earnings

Trusted by startups, SMEs, and global businesses to draft, review, and negotiate contracts that protect revenue, reduce risk, and scale operations. As a Top-Rated Corporate & Commercial Lawyer, I help startups, SaaS companies, SMEs, and international businesses structure legally sound operations through strategic contract drafting, legal review, and business-focused legal advisory. I combine practical commercial insight with authoritative legal expertise to minimize liability, strengthen transactions, and ensure compliance across modern regulatory frameworks. ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—Ÿ๐—ฎ๐˜„ & ๐—•๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐˜๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด I advise businesses on corporate governance, operational structuring, and internal legal frameworks aligned with UK Companies Act 2006, UK Corporate Governance Code, United States Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL) and widely adopted U.S. corporate principles, EU corporate governance and commercial regulatory standards. My services include, but are not limited to, company formation advisory, shareholder & partnership agreements, corporate policies and governance documents, joint venture structuring, case management and corporate documentation review. ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ & ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€ โœ… Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Expert Contract Writing for SaaS Agreements, Service Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), and Partnership Agreements. โœ… Corporate Law & Governance: High-level support for company formation, Shareholder Agreements, and Partnership Structuring (aligned with the UK Companies Act 2006). โœ… Tech & IT Compliance: Specialized in Privacy Policies, Terms & Conditions, and GDPR Compliance Reviews to protect your digital assets. โœ… Real Estate & Commercial: Professional Document Review for Commercial Leases and property-related contracts. โœ… Litigation Support: Thorough Legal Research, Motion Writing, and Case Management to strengthen your legal position. Hiring me means more than just receiving a legal document; itโ€™s an investment in strategic risk mitigation and cross-border security. Past clients consistently highlight my ability to translate legal issues, complex SaaS and tech-sector nuances, such as intricate intellectual property shifts and liability protections into practical business tools that actually facilitate growth rather than hindering it. By blending precise statutory interpretation with a deep understanding of global compliance, including UK GDPR, EU mandates, and FTC standards, I ensure your operations remain "bulletproof" regardless of where you scale. My approach shifts the focus from generic templates to bespoke corporate legal advisory designed for long-term stability. Clients value the peace of mind that comes from my rigorous comparative legal research and proactive dispute prevention strategies. Whether you are seeking a meticulous one-time legal review or ongoing counsel, my delivery is defined by a commitment to precision and professional confidence, empowering you to navigate the global marketplace without leaving your business vulnerable to unforeseen legal pitfalls. Ready to protect your business? Click "Invite to Job" or send a message with your project objectives and timeline. Letโ€™s build a legally sustainable foundation for your growth. Faithfully yours, Bolaji, O. ESQ Keywords: UK Solicitor, Lawyer, Attorney, Upwork contracts lawyer, legal consultant, contract lawyer, corporate law, legal writing, terms and conditions expert, alternative dispute resolution professional, legal agreement, employment lawyer, mergers and acquisition expert, business legal support, GDPR legal consulting, SaaS contracts, start-up lawyer, cross-border compliance, US-UK contract lawyer, LLC & company formation, NDAs, MSAs, demand letters, court representation, data privacy, international legal strategy, IP protection, legal documents review, commercial contract disputes, shareholder agreements, privacy policy, software licensing lawyer, commercial terms drafting.

YING Z.

Contract/ Corporate Lawyer | U.S. & PRC Dual-Qualified | SaaS /VC/Tech

Hove, United Kingdom
$120 per hour
15 jobs
$30K+ total earnings

Bar Admissions: California State Bar ยท PRC Bar Languages: English Japanese Mandarin I help founders, investors, and international businesses with U.S. and Chinese corporate law, commercial contracts, venture capital documentation, and trademark prosecution on both sides of the Pacific. I focus on clear, commercially practical agreements that protect the business, reduce risk, and keep deals moving. Trilingual in English, Mandarin, and Japanese I handle cross-border matters involving the U.S., the UK, Hong Kong, and mainland China, coordinating with local counsel where required. This is particularly useful for U.S. companies entering Asian markets, Asian companies expanding into the U.S., and f Core Practice Areas: U.S. Startup & Venture Capital Entity formation: Delaware C-Corps, LLCs, Cayman Islands structures SAFE agreements (YC post-money/pre-money), convertible notes, term sheets Shareholder agreements, cap tables, founder equity structuring, vesting schedules Investor rights: ROFR/co-sale, drag-along, pro-rata, information rights Corporate governance: bylaws, board resolutions, written consents, committee charters ESOP and stock option documentation; 83(b) election considerations VIE structure analysis for China-based businesses seeking offshore VC Series A/B preferred share terms under DGCL ยง 151: liquidation preference, anti-dilution, protective provisions SaaS & Technology Contracts: MSA, SLA, SOW, SaaS agreements, software licensing, development agreements IP ownership and work-for-hire provisions; NDAs Website Terms of Service, Privacy Policies Data Processing Agreements under GDPR Article 28 and CCPA Open-source licence compliance: GPL, MIT, Apache 2.0 API terms of use and platform access agreements U.S. Commercial Contracts: Operating agreements, shareholder agreements, partnership agreements Asset and stock purchase agreements; buy-sell agreements Vendor, procurement, and distribution agreements NNN Agreements for China manufacturing, drafted for enforceability under PRC Civil Code OEM/ODM and supply chain contracts for U.S. buyers sourcing from China Employment agreements, independent contractor (1099) agreements, non-compete and invention assignment provisions under Cal. Lab. Code ยงยง 2870โ€“2872 and Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code ยง 16600 Employment & Independent Contractor โ€ข Employment agreements and handbooks; employee classification considerations โ€ข Independent contractor (1099) agreements โ€ข Non-compete, non-solicitation, confidentiality, and invention assignment agreements โ€ข Severance agreements; USPTO Trademark & U.S. IP Trademark clearance and filing strategy USPTO prosecution: ยง 1(a), ยง 1(b), ยง 44(d) Paris Convention priority, ยง 44(e), ยง 66(a) Madrid Protocol Office Action responses: likelihood-of-confusion under TMEP ยง 1207.01; descriptiveness under 15 U.S.C. ยง 1052(e)(1) Maintenance filings: ยงยง 8, 9, 15 declarations TTAB opposition and cancellation proceedings Cross-border trademark strategy: coordinated U.S. + China portfolio management China Trademark & IP (CNIPA) China trademark registration under PRC Trademark Law (ๅ•†ๆ ‡ๆณ•, 2019) CNIPA prosecution and Office Action responses Opposition and invalidation proceedings before CNIPA and TRAB Coordinated USPTO + CNIPA filing using Paris Convention priority Copyright registration (ๅ›ฝๅฎถ็‰ˆๆƒๅฑ€) for software and creative works Trade secret structuring under PRC Anti-Unfair Competition Law (ๅไธๆญฃๅฝ“็ซžไบ‰ๆณ•, 2019) China Corporate & Regulatory WFOE establishment under PRC Foreign Investment Law (ๅค–ๅ•†ๆŠ•่ต„ๆณ•, 2020) PRC company law compliance under Company Law (ๅ…ฌๅธๆณ•, 2023 amendment) Cayman โ†’ HK SPV โ†’ WFOE cross-border structuring; VIE analysis SAFE Circular 37 offshore equity registration; ODI filing under MOFCOM/NDRC PRC articles of association, equity transfer agreements, shareholder meeting documentation Data Privacy GDPR: Art. 30 RoPAs, SCCs post-Schrems II (C-311/18), Art. 6 lawful basis, Art. 28 DPAs CCPA/CPRA: Cal. Civ. Code ยง 1798.100 et seq.; CPRA amendments effective Jan. 1, 2023 PRC PIPL: CAC standard contract filing, security assessment submissions PRC DSL (ๆ•ฐๆฎๅฎ‰ๅ…จๆณ•, 2021): data classification compliance Coordinated U.S.-China privacy compliance programs Cross-Border U.S.-China Matters: U.S. companies entering China: WFOE setup, local contracts, China IP registration Chinese companies entering U.S.: Delaware formation, USPTO prosecution, U.S. commercial contracts Founders restructuring into Cayman/Delaware for U.S. institutional investment NNN/OEM agreements for U.S. buyers sourcing from China Multi-jurisdictional data compliance: GDPR + CCPA + PIPL What You Can Expect: Commercially focused drafting, practical, not theoretical Fast turnaround; clear communication throughout One attorney across both U.S. and China sides, no split engagements Trilingual delivery: English, Mandarin, Japanese, no translation layer needed I look forward to working with you! (I do not handle litigation, criminal defense, immigration, family law, or personal injury.)

Daanish M.

Contract & Business Legal Consultant | Legal Strategy | UK Lawyer

London, United Kingdom
$200 per hour
74 jobs
$300K+ total earnings

๐ŸŽ–๏ธ 15+ Years Legal Strategy & Consulting Experience ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ 500+ Deals Completed ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ 43 Completed Upwork Jobs and 1600 hours billed with 5 Star Feedback Hi, Iโ€™m Daanish, an international business & tech lawyer for tech, AI, and growth-focused startups- your go-to counsel for contracts, corporate law, NDAs, and cross-border business deals across the USA, UK, EU, GCC, and globally. As an entrepreneur myself, I help founders, business owners, directors, ecommerce companies, tech startups, and partnerships handle important legal documents and business legal issues without the confusion, so you can focus on growing your business. Clients hire me when they need: 1. Joint Ventures & Shareholder/Partnership Agreements Draft watertight agreements that clarify ownership structures and set fair terms, protecting your interests and paving the way for sustainable growth. 2. Contract Law & NDA Drafting Whether you need a custom contract, a template-based agreement, or a specific NDA, I craft precise, legally sound documents tailored to your industry, ensuring clarity and risk reduction. 3. Startup Consulting Offering entity registration advice, founder agreements, SAFEs, and incentive-based employment contracts, ideal for tech and AI startups needing flexible legal frameworks. 4. Corporate Law & Matters Handle regulatory interactions, establish standardized practices, and address employment issues with solutions that adhere to robust corporate law standards. 5. Intellectual Property Develop strategies to safeguard your IP rights globally, essential for online businesses operating in multiple markets. 6. Dispute Resolution My goal is to keep you out of court by achieving swift, cost-effective resolutions that keep your business on track. 7. Legal Consulting Need clarity on complex clauses or guidance on Contract Law, Corporate Law, NDAs, or need any guidance on how to handle a negotiation? Iโ€™m here to help you understand your options and make confident decisions. Industries Serve: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Products ยท Tech ยท Software ยท eCommerce ยท Finance ยท Digital Marketplaces ยท Retail and Consumer Goods ยท Education ยท Logistics ยท Travel ยท Hospitality ยท Lifestyle ยท Energy and Power ยท Professional Services ยท Trading ยท Publishing] Disclaimer: I provide legal consultancy and advisory services based on my international business and legal experience. I am not admitted to the bar in any jurisdiction, so I do not provide court representation or act as a solicitor of record. If you need help with a contract, business agreement, shareholder agreement, M&A activity, employment issue, legal dispute, franchise agreement, or startup legal strategy, send me a message.

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