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Hi, I'm Alex. I'm a licensed cross-border lawyer in the US/Canada, and I make doing business easier. I offer a variety of lean, fixed-fee legal solutions for startups, ventures and small businesses such as: • Business formation and structuring (LLCs, C-Corps) • Corporate governance, maintenance, changes, and compliance • Contract drafting, review, negotiation, and execution support • IP protection (assignments, USPTO/CIPO trademark applications) • Venture finance, capital markets, and securities work • Legal strategy and business consulting I offer a non-committal consult for $100 which is applied as a credit on any future work (making some services free). After the consult, all services are offered for an unbundled fixed-fee on an as-needed basis. No unexpected bills, no hidden fees, and no $30 emails. I also offer competitive fractional general counsel packages and a modest retainer if you require more consistent, ongoing support. If you have a question or proposal, I'd love to get in touch. Please note: the contents of this profile, and any communications through Upwork do not create an attorney-client relationship, are not legal advice, and do not guarantee any particular outcome.

I hold an LL.M. in U.S. Law (GPA 3.96, University of Arizona) and an LL.B from Universität Trier in Germany, giving me a working command of both U.S. and European legal frameworks that most legal freelancers simply don't have. I'm fluent in both English and German, which means I handle cross-border matters, GDPR compliance work, and EU-facing contracts without anything getting lost in translation. My background includes drafting and reviewing commercial agreements — NDAs, MSAs, licensing contracts, vendor agreements — at SES Satellites, one of the world's largest satellite operators, where I supported senior counsel across multiple jurisdictions. I've also worked as a law clerk in Nevada litigation, preparing pleadings, conducting research on LexisNexis, and managing multi-file deadlines under real pressure. What I can do for you: — Draft, review, or redline contracts and legal agreements — Conduct targeted legal research with written summaries — Identify compliance gaps under GDPR, U.S. regulations, or Nevada law — Prepare legal templates, policies, or procedural documents — Translate legal documents between English and German I treat every client matter as if it's the only one on my desk. Deadlines don't slip, confidentiality is non-negotiable, and you'll never have to chase me for a status update. Let's talk about what you need.

I help businesses protect their brands and innovations through trademark, patent, and copyright filings. From USPTO trademark registrations and office action responses to patent drafting and prior art searches, I provide reliable IP support designed to secure your intellectual property and avoid costly mistakes. With extensive experience working with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), I assist clients in securing strong intellectual property protection while keeping the process simple and efficient. My approach is practical and straightforward, I explain the process in clear language, identify potential risks early, and prepare filings designed to move smoothly through examination. Trademark Services ✔ USPTO Trademark Registration (Names, Logos, Slogans) ✔ Comprehensive Trademark Searches & Clearance Analysis ✔ Office Action Responses (including 2(d) Likelihood of Confusion) ✔ Statement of Use & Filing Extensions ✔ Trademark Renewals & Maintenance ✔ Trademark Assignments & Ownership Transfers ✔ TTAB Oppositions and Cancellations ✔ Cease & Desist Letters ✔ Amazon Brand Registry & Walmart Brand Portal ✔ International Trademark Filing (Madrid Protocol) Patent Services • Patentability & Prior Art Searches • Provisional and Non-Provisional Patent Applications • Claims Drafting & Specification Writing • Patent Drawings & Figure Preparation • Prior Art Comparison & Technical Analysis • Office Action Drafting Support • Cooperate and business law Copyright Services • Copyright Application Preparation • Work Classification & Filing Support Why Clients Work With Me ✔ Strong knowledge of USPTO examination standards ✔ Clear communication and practical guidance ✔ Efficient, detail-driven drafting ✔ Reliable support from idea to filing If you are ready to protect your brand, invention, or creative work, I’m here to help make the process smooth and successful.

I help founders, investors, and corporate teams make faster, better capital and strategy decisions through institutional-grade financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis. As a former Big 4 consultant at Deloitte and PwC, with an MBA and an Engineering degree, I bring a rare combination of finance, strategy, and technical rigor. I have supported engagements that helped clients raise over $500M in capital, delivering models and analyses used in real investment and board-level decisions. 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 Financial Modeling & Forecasting Integrated 3-statement models, budgeting, long-term planning, scenario and sensitivity analysis. Valuation & Transaction Analysis DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, LBO modeling, M&A support, and due diligence. Financial Planning & Performance FP&A, cash flow planning, performance tracking, and investor reporting. Fundraising & Investor Materials Pitch decks, investment memorandums, and financial narratives for capital raising. Strategy & Business Analysis Market research, business planning, competitive benchmarking, and growth strategy. Sector-Specific Modeling SaaS metrics (CAC, LTV, churn), energy and infrastructure, real estate models, and project finance. 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 Fundraising preparation, investor reporting, acquisition analysis, budgeting and long-term planning, business case development, and turnaround or restructuring situations. I design every deliverable for decision-making clarity, with clean, audit-ready models, transparent assumptions, and built-in flexibility for scenario and sensitivity analysis. My work is structured to be used directly by founders, investors, and senior management. Experience spans AI and SaaS, energy and infrastructure, real estate, fintech, manufacturing, retail, public markets, and Web3. Tools and technical stack include advanced Microsoft Excel, VBA automation, financial forecasting systems, and cap table modeling. Top Rated and Expert-Vetted on Upwork, with consistent client feedback highlighting analytical depth, speed, and reliability. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸: 🗨️ “Exceptional as always, this is my 5th or 6th project with Gabriel and each one has been a smooth and efficient process with no delays. Have already engaged with him for another contract.” 𝗟𝘂𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆 🗨️ “Gabriel is extremely professional and completed the financial model on time. In addition to producing an excellent finished product he gives great advice, implementing things that we didn't think of.” 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗔𝗷𝗮𝘆𝗶 🗨️ “I can't wait to work with him again! He's a highly skilled and multi-faceted collaborator who's determined to help you cross the finish line.” 𝗗𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗺𝗮𝗻

✨ 8+ Years of Freelancing Experience ✨ 35+ Long-Term Clients ✨ Proven Track Record ✨ 100% Client Satisfaction & Long-Term Partnerships Hello! I’m Zaid. With over 8 years of experience, I’ve successfully completed numerous projects, driving substantial sales growth for clients on major platforms like Amazon, eBay, and Shopify. Let’s maximize your sales potential together. With a commitment to delivering value and a proven track record, I excel at enhancing your digital presence. Let’s chat and allow my actions to speak louder than words by showcasing what I can achieve for your business. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗜 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿: ✨ Product Listing Creation (Manual, Bulk, Flat Files) ✨ Listing Optimization (SEO titles, bullets, keywords, backend) ✨ Order Fulfillment & Daily Store Operations ✨ FBA/FBM Support – Shipments, Labels, Prep, Tracking ✨ Storefront Setup (Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Shopify) ✨ Image Editing, A+ Content & Branding Support ✨ Keyword Research, Market Analysis & Competitor Research ✨ Inventory Management & Stock Forecasting ✨ Data Entry (Excel, Sheets, Listings, Catalogs, SKUs) ✨ Virtual Assistant Tasks (Admin Work, Email Handling, Research, Scheduling) ✨ Bookkeeping (QuickBooks, Xero, Excel) 𝗘-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲: ✨ Amazon – Listings, FBA Prep, A+ Content, SEO, Flat Files ✨ eBay – SEO Titles, Promotions, Store Customization ✨ Shopify – Store Build, Product Uploads, Apps, Theme Customization ✨ Etsy – Listing Setup, SEO Optimization ✨ WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Walmart – Multichannel support 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 & 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀: ✨ Helium 10 | Jungle Scout | Keepa | AMZScout ✨ Canva | Photoshop | ChatGPT | Google Sheets ✨ AutoDS | InkFrog | DSM Tool ✨ QuickBooks | Xero | Excel 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: ✨ 8+ Years of Hands-On Marketplace Experience ✨ Managed 1000+ SKUs Across Multiple Platforms ✨ Delivered Strong Sales Growth for E-commerce Clients ✨ Proven Expertise in Data Entry, Accuracy & Organization ✨ Reliable Daily Communication & Long-Term Client Relationships My profile doesn't prove anything much about me. That is why we should talk and give ourselves the opportunity to prove this for ourselves. I am here daily. Simply drop me an inbox and let's explore the possibilities of something lucrative. -Zaid

𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 & 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀, 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗡𝗗𝗔𝘀, 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲, 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀. Poorly structured contracts don’t just create confusion, they create liability. I work with business owners, startups, agencies, and growing companies to draft clear, enforceable business agreements aligned with corporate law principles and commercial best practices. My focus is simple: Structure contracts that protect your interests before problems arise. 🔹 Core Corporate & Contract Services • NDA Drafting & Confidentiality Agreements • Service Agreements & Consulting Contracts • Employment & Independent Contractor Agreements • Shareholders & Partnership Agreements • LLC Operating Agreements • Master Services Agreements (MSA) • Software & IP Ownership Agreements • Asset Purchase & Business Acquisition Agreements • Terms & Conditions & Privacy Policies • Contract Review & Risk Analysis 🔹 How I Protect Your Business ✔ Define clear rights and obligations ✔ Allocate risk strategically ✔ Protect intellectual property ✔ Structure enforceable payment terms ✔ Reduce exposure to contract disputes ✔ Strengthen commercial relationships 🔹 Who I Work With • Startups formalizing operations • Founders onboarding partners or investors • Agencies hiring contractors • Businesses entering commercial partnerships • Companies needing structured, compliant documentation Contracts should not be generic templates. They should reflect your business model, your risk exposure, and your long-term objectives. If you need structured, professional contract drafting aligned with Business & Corporate Law standards, let’s discuss your agreement requirements. lawyer | agreement | contract | contracts | legal contract | NDA | contract drafting | drafting | legal agreement | terms and conditions | privacy policy | contract lawyer | legal drafting | contract review | legal documents | legal contracts | legal document | law | legal | review | complaints | legal writing | agreements | contract writing | paralegal | business consultant | legal agreements | lawsuit | agreement writing | SaaS | contacts | lease | LLC registration | legal advice | legal review | agreement drafting | GDPR | legal services | loan agreement | lease agreements | rent agreement | legal notice | court documents | legal research | documents | motions | petitions | complaint | terms of service | attorney | case | personal injury | lawsuits | operating agreement | UK law | legal consulting | LLC operating agreement | legal motion | compliance documents | memorandum | case law | NDA drafting | lawsuit drafting | demand letter | appeal | cookie policy | terms of use | European law | lease agreement | employment agreement | property agreement | service agreement | NNN agreement | property law | NDA agreement | legal consultancy | legal draft | document | legal letter | dispute letter | contract agreement | tenancy agreement | real estate law | eviction notice | cease and desist | landlord tenant | employment contract | documentation | business writing contract drafting | contract review | business contracts | corporate law | legal drafting | legal writing | legal agreements | commercial contracts | NDA drafting | non disclosure agreement | confidentiality agreement | independent contractor agreement | service agreement drafting | consulting agreement | employment contract drafting | partnership agreement | shareholder agreement | operating agreement | LLC operating agreement | founders agreement | intellectual property agreement | IP assignment agreement | work for hire agreement | master services agreement | MSA drafting | terms and conditions | privacy policy drafting | data processing agreement | DPA drafting | SaaS agreement | software license agreement | commercial lease agreement | real estate contract drafting | supplier agreement | manufacturing agreement | NNN agreement | equity transfer agreement | share purchase agreement | contract law | business law | corporate governance | legal documentation | legal compliance | contract negotiation support | risk analysis | contract structuring | agreement drafting | legal review | contract redlining | startup legal documents | business legal support | legal research | paralegal services | corporate paralegal | remote paralegal | legal consultant | legal correspondence | memorandum drafting | motion drafting | pleadings drafting | legal notice drafting | cease and desist letter | demand letter drafting | personal injury demand letter | insurance demand letter | settlement demand letter | liability analysis | medical summary writing | case summary drafting |