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  • $300 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (907 jobs)
    Hello, I'm Cedric Severino and I am Upwork’s top go-to attorney for nearly all your legal needs. Over 900 Upwork jobs completed with 5-star reviews and counting! I am grateful for the appreciation for my dedicated, trustworthy, and, if necessary, tenacious representation of, and zealous advocacy for my clients. I've been extremely fortunate to represent my clients through Upwork's wonderful platform, and would love to add you to my list of more-than-satisfied clients. I am the most experienced, hardest working, most client focused (and dedicated) and consistently 5 Star Rated Attorney on Upwork, having worked on the platform and its predecessors for nearly a decade. Most importantly, I've had the invaluable opportunities to consult, advise, guide, and advocate on behalf of hundreds of small businesses and individuals throughout that time. Should you choose to spend your time and money in hiring me as your attorney, I will be your dedicated advocate, trusted confidant, and dependable resource to help you through whatever legal situation you’re in with honesty and sincerity. I’ll utilize all my legal knowledge and experience, and my zealous advocacy on your or your business’ behalf to work with you to achieve whatever may be the best possible outcome to your legal issue. I exercise the same dedication whether in the adversarial process (in litigation), if you've been sued or are contemplating redressing injuries you've suffered through litigation; providing advice with compliance; with safeguarding interests to the degree they can contractually; or whatever other legal needs you may have. I am a graduate of USC Law School ("fight on!") where I was on Law Review and in the top of my class. I have been licensed in California since 2006. After working at the prestigious Los Angeles Based international law firm, O'Melveny & Myers (one of the top 20 firms in the country), and obtaining valuable trial experience as a public defender in Orange County, I established my own practice in 2008. I now offer my services to Upwork customers and clients at a fraction of big law prices while providing a superior level of commitment and quality, stemming from my integrity and reverence for the practice of law. I primarily practice in the fields of employment law, contract law, civil litigation, business law, internet law, intellectual property law, personal injury law, corporate law, family law, and criminal law. Please do not hesitate to contact me to work with you for any of your legal needs, and join my over 700 extremely well satisfied Upwork clients (and counting)! I look forward to working with you. Best, Ced
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    Corporate Law
    Legal Research
    Department of Labor Standard
    Legal Consulting
    Employment Dispute
    Intellectual Property Law
    Employment Law
    Family Law
    Criminal Law
    Contract Law
    Civil Law
    State Bar of California
  • $345 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (326 jobs)
    Top Rated Plus Attorney on UpWork with 100% Job Success! I am a California-barred attorney specializing in business needs. My areas of expertise include corporate formation, contract law, regulatory compliance and licensing, general corporate law, and employment law. I truly enjoy getting to know my clients, whether they are big businesses, small start-ups looking to launch, or individuals needing legal guidance. Some of my recent projects include: -drafting business purchase and sale agreements -drafting letters of opinion for small business loans -creating influencer agreements -creating compliance policies and procedures for businesses in highly regulated industries -drafting service contracts -advising on CA legality of hiring gig workers including effects of Prop 22 and AB5 -forming LLCs -drafting terms of service and privacy policies -reviewing employment contracts I received my JD from UCLA School of Law and have been practicing for over six years in this area. I’m an avid reader and writer and believe those skills have served me well in my practice. I also complete continuing education courses regularly to ensure I am up-to-date on best practices for my clients. I pride myself on providing useful and accurate legal advice without complex and confusing jargon. I look forward to learning about your specific needs and helping you to accomplish your goals. Please reach out to learn more about my process and see if we are a good fit!
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    Contract Negotiation
    Contract Law
    Legal Assistance
    Document Analysis
    Business Law
    Legal
    Legal Research
    Contract Law
    Licensing
    Corporate Law
    State Bar of California
    Regulatory Compliance
    Compliance
    Employment Law
  • $200 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (43 jobs)
    Whether you are seeking and enforcing intellectual property rights, or defending against another's claims, you deserve legal representation at a reasonable rate. I provide high-quality intellectual property strategy, at a fraction of the cost of most other attorneys. Where appropriate, I offer fee caps to provide a reasonable expectation of cost.
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    Trademark
    Patents
    Tech & IT
    Legal
    Healthcare & Medical
    New Hampshire Bar Association
    Copyright
  • $180 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (150 jobs)
    I am an attorney licensed in NY since 2009. In 2018 I moved my practice exclusively online and have been offering clients unbundled legal services ever since. My areas of expertise are Family Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts and Employment Law, but I am happy to discuss any legal issue you may have on your mind. Even if I do not know the answer, I can still help you find it! The "unbundled" services I offer include: legal research, case strategy sessions, guidance to pro se litigants, consultations, and legal writing. I am very passionate about the law, and will always go the extra mile to make sure the work I produce meets the expectations of my clients and surpasses those of my adversaries. I am also happy to review any legal documents written by an AI for a flat fee per page. Just so you have the peace of mind that there is some human oversight in the Process! Finally, I am fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and able to translate and certify any documents (legal or otherwise) in those languages.
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    Translation
    Non-Disclosure Agreement
    New York State Bar Association
    Writing
    Drafting
    Contract Law
    Family Law
    Legal
    Legal Consulting
    Employment Law
    Corporate Law
    Legal Agreement
    Contract Drafting
  • $160 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (302 jobs)
    Simon Brody of Brody Law provides the experienced support businesses need -- in the areas of Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions, Contract Review and Negotiation, Trademark, Copyright, Terms of Service, Privacy Policies and much more. Simon Brody is top-rated and well-reviewed on UpWork. Simon Brody's comprehensive, attentive, and accessible services are the reason many clients have chosen Brody Law to serve as their Outsourced General Counsel. Nationally and internationally -- developers, websites, online service providers, start-ups, businesses of all sizes -- depend on Simon and Brody Law LLC to meet their legal needs as-needed or on an on-going basis. Brody Law LLC routinely provides the following services: • Drafting of Service Agreements, Asset Purchase Agreements, Terms of Service, NDA, and other routine business documents. • Design and creation of legal policies, terms & conditions, licensing agreements for your app, website or online business • Contract review, red-lining, revision, and negotiation. Comprehensive contract management services. • Trademark registration and assistance with USPTO processes, responding to Trademark infringement demand letters. • Assistance in Copyright infringement matters, drafting or replying to cease & desist notices, or serving as DMCA agent. • Business formation, drafting By-Laws and Operating Agreements, recording transfers of shares and ownership interests. Inquire today regarding availability. • Drafting of reviewing Letters of Intent (LOI), assisting with Diligence process, reviewing or drafting Purchase Agreements (APA, SPA) and providing M&A support. • Providing legal support for Amazon Sellers.​
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    Non-Disclosure Agreement
    The Missouri Bar
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Business Law
    Trademark
    Contract Drafting
    Contract Negotiation
    Startup Consulting
    Copyright
    Trademark Consulting
    Compliance
    Corporate Law
    Intellectual Property Law
    Legal Assistance
  • $200 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (399 jobs)
    I am a contracts attorney with over 22 years of experience at General Electric, Teachers College Columbia University, and Siemens Energy, where I've drafted, negotiated, and executed billions of dollars of large, complex, cutting-edge technology contracts across the globe. I am an expert. Currently, I have my own practice where my focus spans a wide range of agreements including: ● influencer ●partnering ● SaaS ● IP licensing ● technology transfer ● website terms of use ● CCPA & GDPR privacy policies ● IT outsourcing ● cloud services ● residential and commercial construction ● subcontractor ● education ● mergers and acquisitions ● employment ● commercial lease ● equity share ● equipment sale & lease ● franchise ● confidentiality ● non-compete ● RFP/RFQ ● FAR ● AIA ● and more…. I write clear and concise documents, that are accurate, balanced, and marketable. I provide practical advice on complex contractual terms. I ensure technical excellence by drafting prudent agreements and promptly answer technical queries about contracts law and best practices. I also advise on contractual disputes to achieve the most favorable outcomes. Seeing the data revolution, I'm also developing Contract Reader - an artificial intelligence algorithm that reads your contract and displays significant risk issues. You don't have to read the boring stuff! This is a revolutionary form of legal service that's immediate, accurate, and very inexpensive.
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    Business Consulting
    Employment Consideration
    Drafting
    Transportation & Warehousing
    The Florida Bar
    Contract Negotiation
    Legal Consulting
    Corporate Law
    Intellectual Property Law
    Data Mining
    Legal Research
    Legal
    Natural Language Processing
    Contract Drafting
    Contract Law
  • $325 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (98 jobs)
    Hi, I am: ● A Los Angeles based, CIPP/US-certified attorney and consultant that can help your business navigate privacy and cybersecurity laws and regulations: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) compliance, enterprise-wide implementation of data privacy best practices, and integration of privacy by design principles from the earliest stages of product development. ● A privacy attorney and DPO (Data Protection Officer) for a multi-national corporation with an annual revenue of ~$500 million. ● A former privacy attorney for a Big 4 broadcast television network. ● A former governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) consultant with experience in ISO/IEC 27001 gap analysis for a California based cybersecurity firm. ● A former member of a Seattle-based technology startup. ● The author of: Data Privacy and Compliance Guidebook for legal and cybersecurity professionals. I specialize in: ● Drafting and updating public-facing privacy policies and terms and conditions/use/service for websites, mobile applications, and IoT devices to address evolving business practices, including policies of multinational organizations with websites for multiple verticals. ● Drafting supplemental technology agreements, including EULAs for mobile applications, HIPAA Business Associate Agreements, and more. ● Advising executive, marketing, IT, and business operations teams on technology-related legal, regulatory, and compliance risks facing their organizations. ● Compliance with US State and federal privacy and data management laws and standards including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, Gramm-Leach-Bliley, HIPAA, CAN-SPAM, the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act,the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, and California’s Shine the Light law and Online Privacy Protection Act. ● Compliance with international privacy regulations, including the GDPR, and legal requirements for cross-border data transfers, including preparation and implementation of standard contractual clauses (Controller to Controller and Controller to Processor). ● Advising on due diligence for, and negotiation and drafting of terms for, vendor agreements involving the sharing of sensitive information. ● Overhaul of business procedures and policies. This includes employee handbooks and training materials on compliant management of personal information, incorporation of privacy by design principles and the establishment of data governance and cybersecurity-compliant best practices. I provide white-glove expertise and select potential clients with care. Having worked with corporate clients ranging from single-member startups to Fortune 500 companies, I am confident I can provide on-point solutions for your business needs. For more information on my background and skillset, please find me on LinkedIn. Thank you for stopping by, Raj
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    Privacy Law
    Certified Information Privacy Technologist
    Privacy Policy Writing
    Privacy Policy
    California Consumer Privacy Act
    Privacy
    Terms & Conditions
    Project Risk Management
    Contract Law
    Legal Consulting
    Corporate Law
    Data Privacy
    Regulatory Compliance
    State Bar of California
    Startup Consulting
  • $200 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (215 jobs)
    A highly experienced and entrepreneurial lawyer, I work primarily with business owners and founders in connection with mergers and acquisitions, securities law and contracts. I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania, finished in the top 7% of my law school class, where I graduated with honors and was selected as a Managing Editor of the Law Review, worked as a law clerk for a federal judge where I drafted opinions for the judge's review and briefed the judge on applicable law, and I was trained at Ballard Spahr and Morgan Lewis, two of the largest law firms in the United States. I also acquired, built and sold dozens of businesses, exposing me to corporate and securities law from a real world, entrepreneurial perspective. I did most of the contractual, M&A, tax planning, employment law and other legal work myself for my own companies because I love practicing law. I thoroughly enjoy working with business owners and their management teams to craft efficient and creative solutions to legal challenges. That's why I returned to the full-time practice of law after building and selling a number of successful businesses. I’m now seeking creative ways to build a practice that fits into my lifestyle, and that requires primarily working remotely. Upwork is an ideal platform for me to connect with innovative business owners, corporations and law firms seeking top-notch legal work that leverages technology to meet both my objectives and and my clients' goals as well. I have substantial experience with mergers and acquisitions, tax planning (I also have an LL.M. in Taxation from NYU), employment law, corporate formation and governance. I've helped many clients comply with securities law issues in connection with raising capital through private placements and crowdfunding transactions. NEED HELP WITH A BUSINESS LAW CHALLENGE? DON'T HESITATE TO CONTACT ME FOR: √ Letters of Intent √ Private Placement Memos √ Subscription Agreements √ Reg D Filings √ Regulation Crowdfunding Compliance √ Securities law compliance including Reg A+, Reg D, Reg CF, Reg S √ Operating Agreements √ Partnership Agreements √ Employment Agreements √ Independent Contractor Agreements √ NDAs and Confidentiality Agreements √ Website terms and conditions and privacy policies √ Asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, mergers and acquisitions √ Copyright issues √ Trademark issues √ Employment discrimination, overtime and other employment issues √ Appellate briefs √ Motions and a supporting memorandum of law √ Any other legal issues requiring experienced, realistic and actionable advice. I look forward to hearing from you, and to the prospect of working together in the near future. Sincerely, Barry
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    Tax Law
    Employment Law
    Legal Research
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Legal Consulting
    Legal
    Intellectual Property Law
    Contract Law
  • $120 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (259 jobs)
    Zakir K Mir, Esq. I am a corporate attorney with experience in the US, Canada, Europe, Asia and the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa). I am a member of the bar in Pennsylvania, and have worked as Corporate Counsel for a major global logistics company, overseeing legal matters in the US/Canada, Europe and Middle East. Subsequently, I worked in private practice, and now manage my own digital legal consultancy. I have litigation experience and have represented clients in lawsuits as well. However, my specialty is contract law, corporate law and structure, legal documentation, Civil Law, and Immigration. Currently I serve clients in North America (Canada/US) and the Middle East (Dubai, GCC Region)/Asia/Europe through an office in Toronto, Canada and Manama, Bahrain, respectively. I split time between these locations. PLEASE NOTE: Most of my work is not on UpWork, however, I am trying to bring more business on here, and also work with a larger variety of clients. If I've bid on your project, I have probably reviewed it carefully and believe it fits well with my expertise. Also, despite any ratings, the best way to figure out if I am a good fit is to have a preliminary discussion and set the scope of your project. This discussion is all free and I also offer free assistance and consultation in our initial discussions. So let's talk! Each client is different and each project has its own needs, whether big or small. Therefore, I have a strict personal mandate to make sure that I am reliable, accessible, honest and attentive to your needs whenever we work together. Please review the documents in the "portfolio" section below to verify my credentials/licensing (below the review section). Some career highlights include: (You can also browse my credentials and testimonials produced in my portfolio documents below). -Litigating major cases for my previous clients and winning judgments/settlements in excess of $500k-$2 million USD (one case I worked on as part of a team had a $20m USD settlement in my client's favor as well. However, I was part of a large team for this case). -Reviewing thousands/tens of thousands of contracts, and developing expertise with contracts and terms and conditions. -Drafting credit control, terms and conditions and policy documents, which significantly mitigated risk and reduced costs/expenses for my previous company. -Forming offshore and US based corporations to create a complex and well integrated corporate structure to enable tax savings and the efficient allocation of corporate assets. -Registering many trademarks successfully in the US and internationally (UK/EU/Germany/Canada) via the USPTO and WIPO process. -Assisting a large number of clients (over 200) in obtaining visas, permanent residency or other Immigration status in the US and Canada (with partners). I will be happy to be of service to any interested clients. INSURANCE DISCLAIMER: Also, do note that because I work offshore, there is no requirement or possibility for Professional Liability Insurance in my Jurisdiction, and therefore the terms of liability and insurance requirements related to my work on UpWork are governed by the PA rules of Professional Conduct and UpWork Terms and Conditions.
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    International Taxation
    Corporate Law
    Employer Sponsored Visa
    Trademark Consulting
    Green Card
    Legal Assistance
    International Law
    Intellectual Property Law
    H-1B Visa
    Legal Consulting
    Immigration Law
    Trademark
    Contract Drafting
    Legal
    Tax Law
  • $275 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (23 jobs)
    Dedicated and insightful legal professional with extensive courtroom experience. Proven success at integrating best practices and standards to guide cases from inception through resolution. Excel at handling hearings, arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, drafting pleadings, orders, petitions, motions, and settlement agreements. Education Juris Doctorate, University of Florida, Levin College of Law, FL Bachelor of Science in American Studies, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL Professional Affiliations Member in Good Standing, Florida Bar Association United States District Court Middle District of Florida Orange County Bar Association
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    Civil Law
    Contract Law
    Legal Consulting
    Criminal Law
    Litigation
  • $145 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (466 jobs)
    My name is Stephen Prince and I am a USA Trademark Attorney who serves clients in all US states, territories, and countries around the world. I'm the attorney for more than 540 trademarks at the USPTO. I am an entrepreneur myself and understand that you want to protect yourself while working on growing your business. I know that the trademark process can seem complicated. Don’t worry, my aim is to clearly explain everything in easy to understand language so that you are comfortable with the process. Leave the complex legal issues to me as you are working on other aspects of your business. Feel free to ask me anything. I can help you as you navigate getting your trademark through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). I can: - Register your brand name, logos, and slogans - Perform Trademark searches and give valuable feedback on whether your particular mark will make it through the USPTO process - Respond to USPTO office actions (both procedural and substantive) - Overturn 2(d) likelihood of refusal office actions - File Statement of Use forms - File extensions - Renew Trademarks - Assist with Amazon Brand Registry - Take care of Assignments (changing Trademark ownership from one company to another) - File US trademarks internationally through the Madrid Protocol. - Send or respond to Cease and Desist Letters - File oppositions/cancellations of trademarks - Send a Letter of Protest to the trademark office - Consult on any part of the Trademark process. Just ask. Let’s get your trademark completed correctly the first time so you don’t have to be delayed from protecting your brand. Let’s get your trademark started! I am licensed to practice law in Washington DC. I hold a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Miami School of Law and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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    Trademark Prosecution
    Privacy Law
    Trademark
    Brand Licensing
    Limited Liability Company
    Trademark Registration
    Entity Framework
    Regulatory Compliance
    Trademark Consulting
    Terms & Conditions
    Copyright
    Legal Entity Structuring
    Legal Research
    Trademark Search
    Legal
    District of Columbia Bar
    Contract Drafting
  • $449 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (18 jobs)
    A Great Tech Lawyer with Law Degrees from 3 Countries You can have a VP/C-Level/Senior Legal Executive with International & Government experience on your side as a trusted partner AND get high credibility by impressing your investors. Clients include startups/scaleups doing business in North/South America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania. My peculiar experience––inside and outside courts + in public and private sectors––is what sets me apart. As a former Supreme Court-level Law Clerk, I found the secret sauce of the most important decision-making processes by drafting over 6,000 legal documents and spending over 4,000 hours in court hearings. As a former General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, I built & ran legal departments with 99% of the work performed in-house. As a litigator attorney, I scored more than 80% success defending clients––saving over $200M in legal risks so far. Consultation and legal strategic advice specialized in International Law and General Counsel services (especially for rising STARtupS!).
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    Trademark
    Retail & Consumer Goods
    Legal Research
    Copyright
    Intellectual Property Law
    Legal
    Litigation
    Tech & IT
    Contract Drafting
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Agreement
    Contract
    Data Privacy
    Legal Consulting
    International Law
  • $60 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (897 jobs)
    🏆 Always focus on high-quality legal service. Maintain 100% Job Success for 5 years. 🏆 Top 1 and Top Rated Plus Chinese Lawyer on Upwork and the founder of "Your Legal Solution in China." 200k+ USD earner with more than 500 Upwork jobs completed with 5-star reviews. Your best choice for high-quality and long-term legal service in China. 🏆 Core Strengths: won over 100 litigation/arbitration cases in court (including the Supreme Court and Intellectual Property Court) and successfully registered thousands of trademark, patent, and copyright filings. As a litigation lawyer, I know how to make an agreement that can be stood up in court as an effective weapon to protect your rights and interests. These are my core strengths. 🏆 Value-Added Service: (1) legal consultation on NNN /Manufacturing /Trademark-related issues; (2) free legal advice of “Ten Things You Must Know Before Starting Your Business In China” etc. 🏆 Full Legal Service in China, including but not limited to: ✅ Contract Solution in China, covering contract drafting and review, such as Confidential Agreement (Non-Disclosure, Non-Circumvention and Non-Competition Agreement “NNN Agreement”), Manufacturing/Supply Agreement (OEM/ODM Agreement), Joint Venture Agreement, Franchise Agreement, Royalty Agreement, Labor Agreement, etc. ✅ Intellectual Property Solution in China, covering Trademark, Copyright, Patent Filing, IP transfer and relevant procedures in China, etc. ✅ Dispute Solution in China, covering lawyer’s letter, litigation, arbitration, etc. ✅ Corporate Solution in China, covering JV company set-up and dissolution, acquisition of equity and/or assets, issues on board of directors, etc. ✅ Investment Solution in China, covering industry access, transaction structuring, due diligence on target projects and business partners, drafting, negotiation, and execution of transaction documents, and approval by regulatory authorities, etc. 🏆 Certified and recognized by the renowned International Law Office. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Look forward to working with you. All the best. Vinci
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    Legal Agreement
    Non-Disclosure Agreement
    Copyright
    Legal Consulting
    Triple Net Lease Agreement
    Trademark
    Contract Drafting
    Litigation
    Trademark Search
    Alibaba Sourcing
  • $175 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (69 jobs)
    I am a business attorney with 11 years' experience working in-house for private organizations. Most recently, I was senior corporate counsel for a private equity firm and industrial holding company with lines of business in commercial vehicle manufacturing and sales, engineering services, technology solutions and software development. I supported our investment group's legal needs and transactional matters, e.g., side letters, private placement memorandums, due diligence, etc. I negotiated commercial deals with key suppliers and customers and managed a growing intellectual property portfolio. The team I was part of oversaw legal strategy, compliance and regulatory affairs, and managed outside counsel and other resources. Before that, I was corporate counsel for a global manufacturer and distributor of products where I managed the legal and compliance department.
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    Trademark Search
    Real Estate Law
    Startup Consulting
    Non-Disclosure Agreement
    Copyright
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Legal Writing
    Trademark Consulting
    Corporate Law
    Contract Law
    Intellectual Property Law
    Tax Law
    Contract Negotiation
    Legal
    Contract Drafting
  • $185 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (1,168 jobs)
    I am a full-service, NY & NJ licensed attorney with 10+ years of experience and a highly-respected specialist in providing affordable and quality legal services. I am expert in contract drafting, reviewing, editing, redlining & advising; labor & employment law; negligence & liability; dispute resolution; IP protection; pleading drafting; litigation support; and comprehensive research on all legal topics. I hold advanced degrees from Vermont Law & Graduate School (J.D. 2014; LLM, 2014) and Seton Hall University (MPA, 2011; BA, 2005). I am a hardworking professional willing to go the extra mile for all of my clients!
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    Legal Research
    Corporate Law
    Contract Negotiation
    Contract Law
    Legal Writing
    Contract Drafting
    Nonprofit Organization
    Policy Writing
    Business Services
    Legal Consulting
    Copy Editing
    Workplace Safety & Health
    New York State Bar Association
    New Jersey State Bar Association
  • $200 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (18 jobs)
    Irina is an experienced lawyer fully qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales specialising in contract, commercial and corporate matters. With over 15 years of in-house experience Irina has a business-first pragmatic approach to legal matters, concise drafting style and exceptional negotiation skills. Irina's main specialisation industries are entertainment, technology, media, production and creative; extensive experience in: joint ventures and shareholder agreements. Legal expertise in: IP, Technology, Compliance, M&A, Media, Telecoms, Licensing, Corporate (in several jurisdictions). Key skills and achievements: - Closed circa 1000 commercial contracts - Drafted two complex contracts on delivery and operation of a comprehensive set of equipment for TV channels creation and broadcast - Negotiated for entry into a strategic partnership, delivering savings of between £500-700 K per annum; - Within three months agreed terms with a major US studio. Irina is also a qualified advocate in Russia.
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    Contract Law
    Legal Assistance
    Media & Entertainment
    Contract Negotiation
    Russian
    Contract Drafting
    Contract Translation
  • $225 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (74 jobs)
    Linch Legal, Inc. provides legal services to start-ups, small, and medium-sized businesses. The firm specializes in corporate and contractual matters for businesses in every part of the business cycle, from inception to exit. We are focused on allowing your business to thrive through efficient and elegant common-sense legal solutions, delivered at a good price point. We help our clients understand and navigate complex legal matters and go the extra mile to ensure our clients are well-informed and no question is left unanswered or in doubt. We handle all legal matters from small, one-off services to full-service representation on large projects and transactions. Some of my more recent legal work include (among other things): - Full company legal representation in VC financings with target companies into the +$120M valuation range. - Representation of private investors in investment transactions. - Representation and strategy development/coaching for incoming C-suite/Advisors negotiating compensation packages with start-up companies (from seed to advanced funding rounds). - GDPR/CCPA compliance planning, policy development, and auditing ranging from small start-up businesses to ones with tens of millions of users. - Setting up investment vehicles for small businesses seeking investments from accredited investors (Reg D) - Drafting/Research for Reg D private placements ranging up to +$10M, including PPM/Subscription Agreement/ancillary document drafting. - Full service consulting for corporate governance, complex deal structuring, joint ventures, and licensing agreements. - Sale and purchase of businesses (both whole enterprise and partial interests) into the +$25M range - Drafting and negotiating a full range of business deals from very small to multi-million dollar transactions. - Review and drafting service for business agreements of all types. We cover all business legal needs and are on the pulse of small business and start-up culture to monitor developments and inform our legal approach—all to give you exceptional advice that suits the needs and concerns of your business.
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    Limited Liability Company
    Corporate Governance
    S-Corporation
    Contract Law
    Tech & IT
    Legal Research
    Venture Capital Consulting
    SaaS
    Intellectual Property Law
    Trademark Consulting
    Startup Consulting
    Document Review
    Corporate Law
    Contract Drafting
  • $275 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (627 jobs)
    My name is Steffan Alexander Lazerow and I am a seasoned attorney and serial entrepreneur with a passion for helping my clients build, grow, and protect their businesses. I have started and run my own businesses and passion projects in a variety of different areas, along with having practiced in a number of business law spaces for more than half a decade. Being an entrepreneur first means that you will be working with someone who is like-minded, who thinks like a CEO, and who does not come with the typical baggage of a high-priced law firm. I consider myself an excellent educator and communicator; I am able to break down complex subjects and clearly explain them to anyone. I am outside counsel for 25+ businesses or entrepreneurs in fields such as tech, e-commerce, content creation, music, health, and wellness. I was a 2016 graduate of Loyola University of Chicago School of Law. I was among a small group of professionals selected to be featured at UpWork’s 2023 Work Without Limits Executive Summit. All freelancing contracts started on UpWork are between you and Steffan A. Lazerow - Law Office. *** Please note that San Diego, California is my virtual office as I live and work out of Las Vegas, Nevada***
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    Contract Drafting
    Terms & Conditions
    Trademark Consulting
    Trademark Prosecution
    Trademark
    Document Analysis
    Contract Law
    Intellectual Property Law
  • $90 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (131 jobs)
    EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY, RESEARCHER, AND WRITER LICENSED AND IN GOOD STANDING FOR 46 YEARS Wisconsin Bar License #1010941 I am a resourceful counselor/attorney who enjoys solving problems. During my career in private practice, I successfully assisted thousands of people with their legal issues, particularly in the areas of real estate, consumer and business matters, probate, and litigation. Since I semi-retired in 2017, I have continued to help Upwork clients in more than 20 states. I also have helped Upwork clients by writing, on legal or non-legal topics, blog posts, informational articles, persuasive articles, academic papers, legal documents, and Excel sheets. I also do original-source research on any topic.
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    Legal Consulting
    Proofreading
    Litigation
    Content Writing
    Legal Research
    Research Papers
    Editorial Writing
    Commercial Litigation
  • $80 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (97 jobs)
    European licensed Lawyer. Based in Barcelona. Corporate and international Law. And, Spanish law. Over 10 years of experience working as a lawyer in an international law practice in Barcelona and in the legal department of a Multinational Company as a consultant of corporate, civil and international legal services. Qualifications: -Law Degree accredited -MA Corporate LAW accredited -MA Business Law accredited -Member of the Spain Bar Association accredited I will assist you through your International cases as well as cross border matters in connection with International Law and/or Corporate Law In particular: -Drafting and reviewing all kinds of corporate and business Contracts, NDa'S Terms and Conditions and Partnership Agreements, Joint venture agreements... -Disputes & Litigation. Legal Advice on: i) Spanish corporate and civil law. ii) International law corporate.
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    Contract Translation
    Written
    Transcription
    Documentation
    English
    Castilian Spanish
    Contract Drafting
    Case Studies
    Legal Translation
    Legal Consulting
  • $250 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (110 jobs)
    I am licensed to practice law in the State of Florida, as well as in the United States Federal Court, Southern District of Florida. I have been involved in the legal profession for the last eleven years, with four years spent as a Law Clerk and the other seven spent as an attorney. I have represented large corporations and individuals at hearings, depositions, and trial, as well as at both mediation and global mediation. I have handled complex Special Investigative Unit insurance claims, and pre-suit settlements when warranted. I have conducted Legal research on a variety of cases. I have extensive experience interpreting, reviewing and drafting contracts, drafting memoranda of law and motions to be submitted to the court. I have experience creating business entities from inception. I have also reviewed businesses internal structures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, with an extra focus in the health care industry. Since leaving the area of personal injury defense, I have focused my law practice in business law in the role of a general counsel to businesses. I have experience drafting a wide variety of documents required for the smooth functioning of small or medium-sized businesses. This includes, but is not limited to: Formation Documents, Operating Agreements, Bylaws, Independent Contractor Agreements, Employment Agreements, Employee Handbooks, Letters of Intent, Buy-Sell Agreements, Stock Purchase Agreements, Liability Waivers, SAAS, TOS, Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Disclosure Agreements, as well as Residential and Commercial Leases, Promissory Notes, Loan Agreements, Mortgage Agreements, Settlement Agreements, Financing Documents, Letters of Intent, Franchise Documents, Licensing agreement, Subscription Agreements, Vesting Agreements, Employee Equity Plans, Founders Agreements, Corporate Books, Employee Handbooks, Escrow Agreements, and Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs). Throughout my career thus far, I have gained significant experience interpreting contracts for determination of insurance policy coverage, as well as STARK, Anti-kickback, and HIPAA regulations for health care providers and services. My law firm also offers Escrow Services and Translation Services, from Spanish to English and English to Spanish.
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    Entertainment Law
    Franchise
    Corporate Law
    Real Estate Law
    Limited Liability Company
    Trademark Law
    Software Licensing
    Contract Law
    SaaS
    Litigation
    C-Corporation
    Licensing
    The Florida Bar
    Stock Issuance
    Contract Drafting
  • $200 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (299 jobs)
    200+ five-star reviews and counting! I am a licensed California attorney, doing remote work and I am excited to be offering my services as a freelance lawyer. I have an agency here on Upwork "Clasen Law" to assist me in most cases. At fifteen years old, I was admitted to one of the best Law Schools in Brazil. After excelling in the Intensive Legal English program at UCSD, I passed the California Bar Exam on my first attempt. I practiced in American courts daily during 2019, mostly related to Criminal and Immigration Law. In 2020, I completed the Immigration Fundamentals Course offered by AILA University, which granted me with deep knowledge about the most common immigration matters. I’m currently pursuing my Master’s Degree in Transnational Migration Law at Università degli Studi di Perugia (Italy) and Universidade do Vale do Itajaí (Brazil). In addition to my Immigration Law practice and as a part-time activity, I have worked as a freelance lawyer in an array of different matters, including: Drafting and reviewing legal documents (contracts, letters, memoranda, pleadings, etc.) Legal assistance for startups and small and medium-sized businesses Business entities formation and dissolution Legal help to international investors in the United States Legal research and consulting Litigation assistance and guidance Tech industry legal needs (SaaS, MSA, SOW, among others) Real estate matters I have many strengths that will be an asset to your team: legal acumen, work ethic, dedication, and proficiency in four different languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian. Office Policies: As is standard with most law firms, we require around seven business days to deliver any new task. However, we also offer rush service (1.5x-2x rate) and with this we can provide delivery within 1-2 business days. Please confirm your project's relevance to each US state; this will allow us to ensure that we can assist you. We all work by the hour on this Freelance Platform. Please do not insist on free consultations or phone calls to discuss the specifics of your case before our contract has been signed. We provide an initial consultation/analysis for a fixed-price of $200, and if you do not use the entire hour on the call, you can apply the remaining time to other legal services, or if your total fees exceed $1,000, the $200 will be deducted from your total costs.
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    Immigration Law
    State Bar of California
    Contract Law
    International Law
    Legal Entity Structuring
    Legal Research
    Legal Consulting
    Draft Documentation
    Corporate Law
    Document Review
  • $295 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (119 jobs)
    Over the last 20+ years I have worked as general counsel to several technology startup companies, giving expert advice in the following areas: contract drafting, intellectual property, litigation, software licensing, data privacy and human resources. If you are looking for expertly prepared documents, advice, or legal research across a broad spectrum of topics I am sure I can help you. For companies needing flexible, on-demand legal help I am happy to engage in short term projects or longer engagements. For individuals who need assistance with basic legal work, including help with a start-up company, I have lots of experience in that arena as well. Please contact me if I can assist in any way. I look forward to working with you!
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    Business Services
    Employment Law
    Legal
    Legal Consulting
    Limited Liability Company
    Civil Law
    Software Licensing
    Intellectual Property Law
    Startup Consulting
    Contract Drafting
  • $275 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (158 jobs)
    Let me use my years of experience as a business and corporate attorney to assist you with your legal needs and I am sure you will be pleased with the added value I bring to the table. BUSINESS CONTRACTS AND TRANSACTIONS I have handled numerous business transactions such as sale of a business, asset purchase agreements, adding partners or members to a limited liability company, and advising on joint ventures. Just some of the many contracts I have drafted include: - Consulting Agreements; - Operating Agreements; - Partnership Agreements; - Founder Agreements; - Joint Venture Agreements; - Shareholder Agreements; - Independent Contractor Agreements; - Confidentiality Agreements; - Non-circumvention and Non-disclosure Agreements; - Non-solicitation Agreements; - Settlement Agreements with Non-Dispaaragement Clauses; - Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreements; - Warranty and Disclaimer Clauses; - Distribution Agreements; - Licensing Agreements; - Finder's Fee Agreements; - Website Terms and Conditions; - Website Privacy Policies; - Employment Agreements; - Financing Agreements; - Term Sheets; and - Memoranda of Understanding. WEBSITES Regarding website Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policies I can usually offer a flat rate fee after discussing the matter further and finding out exactly what type of website is involved. If it is not an Interactive website or platform (web visitors cannot leave comments, reviews, or network with one another) then it is different than the disclosures and disclaimers I use for a site that does allow visitors and customers to interact. The liability and risk issues are much different. I have done over 20 Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policies Disclaimers, and Refund Policies for the following types of websites in just the past 2 years: - subscription based platforms - hiring/networking based platforms - ecommerce companies - service based companies - financial information websites - SaaS businesses - PaaS (Platform as a Service) - news and informational websites - crypto platforms BUSINESS PLANNING AND STRATEGY I have advised many business clients, large and small, with planning and strategy, strategic relationships, corporate restructuring, international product sales, capital raising options, deal structure, term sheet proposals, as well as funding and financing options. I have advised clients regarding PaaS, subscription based, and networking themed businesses. BUSINESS FORMATION AND STRUCTURING My law practice has involved representing clients in business matters, including structuring all forms of legal entities and preparing contracts such as partnership agreements, joint venture agreements, operating agreements for LLCs, shareholder agreements, purchase agreements, and employment agreements. I have also advised clients in joint venture structuring, provided networking opportunities, and structured various transactions to meet the needs of my clients. Often I assist my clients with the drafting of a term sheet or memorandum of understanding to make sure the parties are in agreement before contracts are drafted. Please reach out to me so we can have a free, short call and I will be glad to answer any questions you may have and explain why I am the best fit for your project. I can usually offer a flat rate fee after discussing the documents or legal services that are needed.
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    Limited Liability Company
    Legal
    Legal Consulting
    Connecticut Bar Association
    Partnership Agreement
    Business Law
    Terms & Conditions
    Startup Consulting
    Startup Company
    Corporate Maintenance
    Corporate Strategy
    Corporate Governance
    Corporate Law
    Legal Entity Structuring
    Contract Drafting
  • $88 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (44 jobs)
    I am an experienced lawyer backed by experience of 10 years in corporate and civil litigation. I hold expertise in contractual and data privacy matters. My latest work was for the Government of Pakistan, where I was engaged to suggest any changes to the proposed Personal Data Protection Bill based on my research and expertise in GDPR and CCPA. I am also a certified Information Privacy professional. CIPP/E
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    Startup Consulting
    Privacy Policy Writing
    Legal Consulting
    GDPR
    Copyright
    Legal Agreement
    Data Protection
    Contract Drafting
    Intellectual Property Protection
    Data Privacy
    Entertainment Law
    Employment Law
    Media & Entertainment
    Intellectual Property Law
  • $140 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (36 jobs)
    My name is Kathleen Phelps. I earned my JD from University of Baltimore School of Law. I appreciate that your time is valuable, so here are responses to FAQs in a nutshell: * Admitted to Maryland bar * 8 years experience working exclusively with transactional business contracts * Drafted, negotiated, & reviewed contracts on from both purchases and sales sides * Examples of agreements include purchase, sale and supply of products, equipment, services, professional services, consulting, partnership, equity/revenue/profit sharing agreements as well as equipment loans and rentals, property leases, software licenses/subscriptions, NDAs, and LOUs * Advised clients on complex, multimillion dollar agreements and simple, small dollar value contracts giving the same high level of service to each * My client list includes Johns Hopkins Health System, Grainger Inc, and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland The subject matter of the contracts I've worked on ranges from procurement of janitorial services to the purchase of complex, expensive medical equipment. Such variety requires the ability to understand the client's business and the subject matter of the agreement quickly, a skill that I've demonstrated. Also, I'm attuned to the client's timeline and meet deadlines without prompting. My approach to working with any contract is simple: (1) identify and mitigate risks to my client, and (2) ensure that the desired business transaction is correctly drafted. I am confident that I can - and would be honored to - assist you with your business contract needs.
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    Software Licensing
    Lease
    Writing
    Contract
    Purchase Orders
    SaaS
    Legal Agreement
    Legal
    Legal Writing
    Legal Consulting
    Contract Negotiation
    Contract Law
    Contract Drafting
  • $225 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (731 jobs)
    My experience includes over twenty five years of working in the intellectual property law field including patent, trademark, copyright and other intellectual property strategy consulting. I am a U.S. registered patent attorney as well as licensed as an attorney in California with extensive U.S. and foreign business experience with a wide range of clients including individual inventors and businesses of all sizes including HP, Agilent, Fuji Photo, Bridgestone and Okidata. I differentiate myself by working one on one with inventors and business owners to support their needs at a fraction of the cost of using traditional law firms. I can assist you in the preparation and filing of patent applications, management of existing patent applications, preparing and filing new trademark applications, managing existing trademark applications, IP strategy for short and long term goals, patent and trademark searches including knockout searches and freedom to operate searches. Other areas I have experience with include licensing, forming and managing agreements, website legal issues including terms and conditions, privacy policies, GDRP compliance, disputes over domain name ownership and general business legal issues. I am typically available via phone, email, instant messenger or any other mean of communication you prefer. Please let me know if I can be of assistance. Michael Eddy
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    Licensing
    State Bar of California
    Intellectual Property Protection
    Trademark Law
    Copyright Law
    Patent Law
    Patent Prosecution
    Patent Preparation
    Patent
    Patents
    Trademark Search
    Trademark Prosecution
    Trademark
    Brand Licensing
    Intellectual Property Law
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