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I am a Commercial Lawyer and Legal Professional based in Delhi, India, with over 10 years of experience across litigation, arbitration, contracts, employment law, legal drafting, dispute resolution, and case management. Since establishing my independent practice in 2018, I have advised startups, businesses, international clients, and individuals on a wide range of commercial, employment, regulatory, and dispute-related matters across India. I have represented clients across multiple legal forums, including the High Court, NCLT, Consumer Forums, arbitral proceedings, and civil and criminal courts, while also managing high-volume litigation, drafting, research, filings, client coordination, and dispute strategy independently. I have also: 1. Served as panel counsel for Government Bank, handling recovery proceedings, financial disputes, and litigation matters 2. Been appointed as an Arbitrator by the Hon’ble Delhi High Court 3. Trained as a Mediator under the MCPC (Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee) 4. Authored Labor Relations Essentials You Always Wanted to Know for a U.S.-based audience of HR professionals, lawyers, managers, and business owners My work regularly includes: 1. Commercial Contracts & Contract Review 2. Employment & Contractor Agreements 3. SaaS, Vendor & Service Agreements 4. Legal Drafting, Pleadings & Notices 5. Arbitration & Dispute Resolution 6. Litigation Support & Case Strategy 7. Legal Research & Case Law Analysis 8. Employment & Workplace Advisory 9. Client Communication & Matter Coordination 10. Discovery Support, File Management & Trial Preparation 11. Cross-Border Business & India-Focused Legal Support I also work with startups, founders, and international businesses as an external or fractional legal counsel, supporting them on ongoing contracts, employment matters, dispute strategy, legal coordination, and India-related business operations without the need for a full-time in-house legal team. I regularly work with clients on fixed-fee engagements and ongoing external legal counsel arrangements, particularly for businesses requiring long-term commercial and operational legal support.

⚖️ 𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒓𝒂𝒇𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒔 - 𝑰 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒅𝒎𝒂𝒑. ⚖️ As a legal consultant with a cross-border focus (US & India), I help startup founders, independent consultants, and remote businesses navigate the law with confidence. I combine personal attention with professional rigor to deliver legal solutions that drive your business forward. From setting up your company to shielding your intellectual property, my goal is to de-risk your growth so you can innovate freely. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 & 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: I’m an experienced corporate lawyer and startup advisor who has guided businesses from Silicon Valley to Bangalore through critical legal milestones. ✅ 𝐌𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: 1. Business Incorporation (India & US): ↳ Entity formation, founders’ agreements, and regulatory filings to get your startup off the ground in either jurisdiction. 2. Contracts & NDAs: ↳ Expert drafting and review of contracts (NDAs, service agreements, partnership deals, international contracts, etc.) to protect your interests and avoid disputes. 3. Intellectual Property Protection: ↳ Securing your IP through trademark registration, copyright advisement, and IP clauses in contracts – ensuring your brand and product are safe from copycats. 4. ESOPs & Equity Agreements: ↳ Creating employee stock option plans and founder equity agreements that attract talent while safeguarding ownership structure. 5. Compliance & Legal Risk Checklists: ↳ 2-minute legal risk checkups and detailed compliance audits to keep your business compliant with labor laws, data privacy, and industry regulations across borders. 6. Ongoing Legal Advisory: ↳ Long-term fractional General Counsel support for startups – I act as your on-call legal partner, handling day-to-day queries, contract updates, and cross-border compliance so you can focus on growth. ✅𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞? I bring clarity, speed, and business-savvy insight to legal work. You’ll get practical legal advice minus the jargon - I explain options clearly and give you actionable next steps. I pride myself on being responsive (often within a few hours) and proactive in identifying issues before they become problems. Past clients have appreciated my attention to detail and ability to anticipate legal pitfalls in new markets. Whether you’re launching your first product or expanding internationally, I tailor my services to fit your needs and budget. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞? 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭! 𝙁𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄’𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥. (𝙄 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙖 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 – 𝙖𝙨𝙠 𝙢𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜!) 𝙄 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙨.

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. **

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As legal matters grow more complex and deadlines become unavoidable, the quality of your legal writing often determines how effectively your position is heard. I’m Keith, a U.S. based contract attorney with extensive experience assisting businesses, law firms, and individuals with legal drafting, contract review, litigation support, and legal research. Whether you need an appellate brief, a motion, a contract review, business formation documents, or litigation support, the quality of your legal documents matters. Clear, strategic, and well structured legal writing can strengthen your position, reduce risk, and help move matters forward efficiently. My services include: • Appellate Briefs and Appellate Legal Research • Motion Drafting, Pleadings, and Court Filings • Legal Research, Case Analysis, and Issue Spotting • Commercial and Civil Litigation Support • Contract Drafting, Review, and Revision • Business Formation, LLCs, Operating Agreements, and Corporate Governance Documents • Demand Letters, Cease and Desist Letters, and Settlement Agreements • Employment and Labor Law Documentation • Family Law Documents, Including Prenuptial Agreements and Divorce Filings • Privacy Policies, Terms and Conditions, and Compliance Documentation • Confidentiality Agreements, NDAs, and Intellectual Property Protection Documents • Real Estate Agreements and Transactional Documents • Business and Commercial Legal Documentation For appellate and litigation matters, I focus on presenting facts and legal authorities in a clear, persuasive, and organized manner while ensuring compliance with procedural requirements. For contracts and business matters, I draft and review documents designed to protect interests, clarify obligations, and reduce future disputes. I believe legal documents should do more than sound professional. They should work. Every project receives careful attention to detail, strong legal analysis, and a practical focus on achieving the client's objectives. If you're looking for reliable legal support delivered professionally and efficiently, I'd be glad to discuss your project.

As a seasoned Barrister-At-Law and enrolled Advocate in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, I bring forth a wealth of experience in the legal domain, coupled with a passion for delivering meticulous legal solutions. My journey spans across diverse arenas of law, from corporate and business law to intellectual property, data privacy, and beyond. With a fervent commitment to excellence, I offer comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the varied needs of individuals, lawyers, and businesses. ✔ My Key Expertise include: ⚫ Corporate & Business Law: Providing adept guidance on corporate governance, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and contract negotiation. ⚫ Intellectual Property Law: Assisting clients in safeguarding their intellectual assets through trademark and copyright registration, as well as handling infringement matters. ⚫ Contract & Employment Law: Crafting meticulous agreements, employment contracts, and offering expert advice on employment-related issues. ⚫ Data Privacy Law: Ensuring compliance with global data protection regulations. ⚫ E-Commerce Law: Navigating the legal intricacies of e-commerce ventures, including terms of service agreements and compliance matters. ⚫ Cyber Law: Offering legal counsel on cyber-related issues, including cybersecurity, data breaches, and digital rights. ⚫ Criminal Law: Offering legal counsel advice as a consultant ✔ Legal Services Offered: ⚫ General Legal Consultation: Providing insightful guidance on a wide array of legal matters. ⚫ Legal Drafting/Writing: Crafting precise legal documents including privacy policies, terms of service agreements, and various contracts. My area of expertise include but not limited to the following: Opinions Corporate bylaws or articles of association Non-disclosure agreement (NDA) Non-compete agreement (Software) development agreement Purchase agreement Employment contract Loan agreement Employment and independent contractor agreement Consulting agreement Partnership agreement Terms and Conditions/Terms of Service Complaint or demand letter Legal letters Policy Offer Letter Separation and Release Agreement Confidentiality Agreement Job Description Remote Work Policy Company Policies Guarantor's Form Bio-Data Form ⚫ Data Privacy Compliance: Ensuring adherence to data protection regulations through comprehensive compliance solutions. ⚫ Legal Document Review and Editing: Offering meticulous review, suggestions, and editing services to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of legal documents. ⚫ Legal Research: Conducting in-depth research to provide informed legal opinions and strategies. ⚫ Data and Evidence Manager: Responsible for managing and organizing data related to cases, including evidence collection and preservation. Ensures compliance with data privacy laws Collaborates with legal teams to gather and analyze evidence for litigation or legal proceedings. Implements efficient data management strategies to streamline legal processes. ⚫ Legal Assistant: Assists with legal research, drafting, and writing tasks, including contracts, agreements, and legal documents. Supporting as a Barrister-At-Law in document review, editing, and suggestions. Helps in preparing documentation for trademark and copyright registration services. Manages administrative tasks such as scheduling, client communication, and file organization. ⚫ Legal Manager: Oversees the overall legal operations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Provides guidance on complex legal matters, including corporate, intellectual property, contract, and data privacy law. Manages a team of legal professionals, including legal assistants and data/evidence managers. Develops and implements legal strategies to protect clients' interests and mitigate risks. ✔ Jurisdictions with Work Experience on Upwork: Having worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, I possess a deep understanding of legal systems across various jurisdictions, including the USA, EU including Hungary, Ireland, UK, Canada, Australia, and Asia. My ability to navigate the complexities of different legal landscapes enables me to offer comprehensive and tailored legal solutions to clients worldwide. Driven by a commitment to excellence and a passion for the law, I am dedicated to providing exceptional legal services that empower my clients to navigate legal challenges with confidence and ease.