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I help SaaS, tech platforms, startups, and service businesses by drafting enforceable commercial contracts and compliance documentation that mitigate risk and support business outcomes. My deliverables include GDPR/CCPA-aligned Privacy Policies, Terms & Conditions, NDAs, SaaS vendor contracts, and tailored commercial agreements — all crafted with commercial context, not just legal formality. With Big-4, HSBC CPO, and C-suite leadership experience, I surface and address commercial and compliance risk upfront — ensuring legal documents are practical, enforceable, and usable by IT, procurement, finance, risk, and senior management alike. I combine legal drafting with business insight so that your contracts protect you and advance your operations. Before freelancing, I led business advisory & procurement at global firms, negotiated high-value contracts across jurisdictions, and designed compliance frameworks for enterprise clients. My work focuses on clarity, enforceability, and real-world risk attenuation. When you work with me, you get contracts and policies that are: • Built for enforceability and negotiation outcomes • Aligned with GDPR, CCPA, and industry best practices • Grounded in commercial and regulatory insight I support international clients with contract drafting, review, risk analysis, compliance documentation, and strategy. If you want legal deliverables that work in business reality, not just on paper, I can help ! I began my career at Ernst & Young, working across information security and business advisory engagements involving IT risk, data security, investment evaluations etc. I later served at HSBC as Chief Procurement Officer, responsible for vendor negotiations, service contracts, compliance, and the full contract management lifecycle. I have also operated at C-suite level as a CEO in the energy sector, where legal decisions had immediate operational, regulatory, and commercial consequences. That background defines how I work today. When I draft or review a contract, I do so with a clear understanding of how it will be read and challenged by IT teams, procurement, finance, risk, compliance, and senior management. I understand approval pressures, negotiation dynamics, and the practical risks that arise when contracts are drafted without commercial context. I now operate as a legal professional and Partner at a Legal Process Outsourcing consultancy, supporting international clients with contract drafting, review, and risk analysis. My work sits at the intersection of law, business, technology, and governance, informed by multinational exposure and hands-on executive experience. If you are looking for legal support grounded in how businesses actually function — particularly in technology-driven or service-based environments — my approach is practical, commercial, and execution-focused. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 • Classification search through WIPO and USPTO portals • Statutory TEAS Clearance search and Non-Statutory search • Filing Trademark applications • Drafting responses to USPTO Office actions • Drafting replies or oppositions to Notices of Opposition • Drafting DMCA compliant takedown notices and counter-notices • Drafting Cease and Desist notices for intellectual property infringement • Conducting trademark availability searches on UKIPO portal • Handling UKIPO trademark office actions and Notices of Opposition responses 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 • LLC formation • Corporation Formation • Wyoming LLCs • Establish California C Corporations • Set up Delaware LLCs/Corporations 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 ⦿ Draft corporate contract: • Software Development Agreement • Confidentiality Agreement, Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) • Employment Agreement • Franchise Agreement • Music License Agreement • Shareholder Agreements (SHA), Share Subscription Agreements (SSA), Share Purchase Agreements (SPA) • Letter of Intent (LOI), Term Sheet, Board Resolutions • Share Option Plans (ESOP) • Co-Founder Agreement • Master Service Agreement • Vendor Agreement • Distribution Agreement • DMCA Takedown Notice 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 • Draft privacy policies • Review and update Terms of Service agreements • Advise on GDPR and CCPA compliance • Assist with data breach response and notification 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 • Conduct legal research and legal writing • Draft contracts and legal documents • Negotiate agreements and settlements If you are unsure which document is appropriate for your situation, I can help you determine the right structure before drafting begins. How I Work I begin by understanding the commercial objective, not just the document. I flag material risks clearly before drafting or revising. I deliver contracts that are practical, balanced, and easy to use internally.
- Legal Consulting
- Contract Law
- Corporate Law
- Legal Research
- Non-Disclosure Agreement
- Intellectual Property Law
- Partnership Agreement
- GDPR Compliance Review
- Procurement
- Startup Consulting
- Employment Law
- Trademark Law
- Commercial Lease
- Contract Management
- Business Consulting
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Attorney-at-Law focused on commercial contracting and data privacy, with a specialism in enterprise AI and SaaS. Most recent role: in-house with a Stockholm-based AI-SaaS company, running the contracting side of a multi-jurisdictional deal flow. NDAs, MSAs, DPAs, SLAs, Order Forms, partnership and reseller agreements, with the negotiation that goes with them. Counterparties across EU, UK, US and UAE. Day-to-day work split between commercial drafting, GDPR documentation (DPAs, SCCs, TIAs, subprocessor governance), and translating contractual obligations into something a non-legal business team can actually act on. Alongside that work, I regularly draft and review the everyday commercial documents most businesses need: NDAs and confidentiality agreements, service agreements, independent contractor and employment contracts, partnership and shareholder agreements, terms of use, privacy policies, IP assignments and licensing agreements, SAFEs, MoUs, letters of demand, and general legal correspondence. Smaller projects get the same care as the larger ones; the only real difference is scope. Adjacent capability: ISO 27001 and SOC 2 readiness programme design, vendor due diligence responses, RFP and procurement questionnaires, and the policy infrastructure behind a credible compliance posture. I follow the EU AI Act, GDPR, DORA, and NIS2 closely because the SaaS work makes me. Qualifications: • LL.B. (Hons), University of London (Second Class Honours, Upper Division) • LL.M. International Business Law, University of Wales Institute Cardiff • Attorney-at-Law, Incorporated Council of Legal Education, Sri Lanka • Pursuing CIPP/E • Certificates in Cloud Computing Law and AI & Law Before SaaS: offshore commercial work with an Australian firm in Sydney, early-career conveyancing and litigation support in Sri Lanka, and CCO of a Canadian food-tech startup. A note on the Upwork side: I was Top Rated Plus at 100% JSS before stepping back for two years to focus on the in-house work. I'm rebuilding here now with selective engagements. The current JSS reflects the gap, not the quality of recent work. Where I'm useful: SaaS and AI vendors negotiating with enterprise customers, founders and small businesses that need clean, enforceable everyday contracts, and cross-border work where one lawyer holding the whole picture beats three handling pieces of it.
- Legal Consulting
- Legal Writing
- Contract Drafting
- Contract Law
- Legal Research
- Legal Documentation
- Terms & Conditions
- Legal Agreement
- Legal Drafting
- Document Review
- Contract Management
- Legal Assistance
- Legal
- GDPR
- AI Policy
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
I am a qualified legal professional with a strong academic and professional background, offering high-quality legal drafting, legal consulting, and strategic advisory services to clients across multiple jurisdictions. My expertise spans contract law, corporate law, and international law, with a proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate clear, enforceable, and commercially sound legal documents. I bring advanced skills in legal research, document preparation, and compliance analysis, ensuring that every deliverable is accurate, well-structured, and aligned with applicable legal standards. I have extensive experience working directly with clients, managing legal matters efficiently, and translating complex legal concepts into practical, actionable advice. In addition to private legal practice support, I have professional experience in the humanitarian sector, where I have worked on policy-driven, compliance-focused, and cross-border legal matters. This background has strengthened my ability to operate in high-responsibility environments, handle sensitive documentation, and maintain the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. I am detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and committed to delivering reliable legal solutions tailored to each client’s needs whether supporting businesses, organizations, or individuals.
- Legal Consulting
- Legal Writing
- Contract Drafting
- Contract Law
- Legal Research
- Non-Disclosure Agreement
- Prenuptial Agreement
- Service Level Agreement
- Legal Drafting
- International Law
- Legal Documentation
- Partnership Agreement
- Terms & Conditions
Colombo, Sri Lanka
International Law Firm experienced and LLM-qualified Paralegal/Legal Assistant with 5+ years of experience assisting Attorneys, Law firms, and Corporate Counsel. I worked under different US Attorneys handling various matters including Corporate law, commercial law, Venture Capital Law, securities law, financial law, Civil law, tech law, and International Arbitration. I have an LLB (Hons) and Master's of Law (LLM) in international corporate and commercial law with a Merit Pass from the University of West London. Qualified legal drafting skills. Master’s legal research techniques and black letter research methods. I am experienced working in Mergers and Acquisitions including assisting the Senior US Attorney with the complete Due Diligence Matrix of the seller/buyer company documents, disclosure schedule, and some minor assistance with merger documents and ancillaries. Experienced in Corporate and Commercial law. Experienced in Venture Capital Law including assisting senior Attorneys with drafting and sending out for signature the founder-ready packaging Charter, bylaws, Written consent Board of Directors, CIIAA (NDA), Service Agreement, Restrictive stock Agreement, Stock Plan, Convertible Promissory Note, and Investment Term Sheet. Assisting Senior Attorney with Case Management and Coordinating with Clients. Experience assisting Attorneys in financial law including Banking and bad faith insurance, complaint and motions drafting, construction law including construction claims and complex contract disputes, tech law, debt recovery claims, arbitration disputes, corporate law, and commercial disputes. Case law Research, complaint drafting, discovery preparation, and motion. -Good understanding of Business and Investment. -Good Understanding of VC and Pre seed investment. -Great understanding of the Stock market, Banking and Finance, and Securities law. -Tech law skills including a good understanding of new innovations and technologies such as AI, the Internet of things, Blockchain, Decentralized finance, machine learning, virtual reality (VR), and more. - Experience using big law firm software such as Litify from Salesforce. -drafting skills including complaint drafts, motions, reports, and legal research for litigations. -Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills (developed through academic skills and working in law firms under senior lawyers) -the ability to sort, order and manage large volumes of exhibits, documents, files, evidence, data, and other information. - Case Manager experience including communication with the clients, intakes, case strategies, drafting, and more. Familiar with Microsoft office package, Caselaw managing sites like Maruscase, Ringcentral, Clio, and template merge software. I am also familiar with software such as Practice Panther for Legal Clients Billing, Notion for task management, Google Workspace, RingCentral, and Amazon Workspace. I am experienced in working personal injury law settlement department assisting Attorneys and Paralegals with Liens. Preparation of Final Lien Requests, sending out FLR and Initial Lien Request, and finding lien information from the case reports. Can communicate information and ideas to others in understandable manner. Excellent innovative and Entrepreneur Skills. I am a reliable, trust-professional with a commitment to abide by the assigned deadlines.
- Legal Consulting
- Contract Drafting
- Corporate Law
- Legal
- Corporate Finance
- Blockchain
- Arbitration
- Business Consulting
- Cryptocurrency
- Litigation
- International Business
- Commercial Litigation
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