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Andrea H.

Brooklyn, New York

$230/hr
4.9
361 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.

  • Contract Drafting
  • Legal Agreement
  • Employment Law
  • Family Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Legal Consulting
  • Contract Law
  • Drafting
  • Writing
  • New York State Bar Association
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement
  • Translation
Jennifer L.

Greenfield, New York

$45/hr
5.0
35 jobs

With over 20 years experience researching and writing legal documents and correspondence, I have developed meticulous skills in constructing well researched and vetted material for various sources. Whereas the very precise and persuasive nature of legal writing has helped me to fine tune my writing skills with a level of maturity and professionalism, my consistent enthusiasm for learning keeps my content both fresh and exciting. Having recently spent the last few years creating product descriptions for online retailers, I have further developed a more creative spin to my writing. Now, I'm looking to find new and exciting ways to offer my skills and experience by providing my clients with well researched and carefully crafted content to suit any need. From legal research and document drafting to historical essays, creative content and political analysis, I can cover it all. I look forward to working with you soon.

  • Legal Assistance
  • Legal Research
  • Legal
  • History
  • Creative Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Case Law
  • Legal Drafting
  • Real Estate Closing
  • Legal Pleadings
  • Legal Practice Management
  • Legal Writing
  • Product Description
  • Product Research
  • Writing
Samantha M.

Buffalo, New York

$20/hr
5.0
7 jobs

My skillset varies with a strong emphasis on transcription and assisting. I am able to transcribe upwards of 85+ words per minute. With exceptional communication skills and a strong grasp of the English language, I consider myself to be a great candidate for proofreading and editing. I have extensive experience coordinating both within a legal and medical setting. Should you choose to give me the opportunity to collaborate with you on projects, you will be given top performance.

  • Data Entry
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Typing
Muhammad T.

New York City, New York

$40/hr
4.2
21 jobs

I help startups, founders, and businesses build scalable MVPs, AI-powered systems, workflow automations, operational platforms, and intelligent backend infrastructures that reduce manual work, streamline operations, and create measurable business impact. With 7+ years of hands-on experience in full stack development, AI systems, automation workflows, browser automation, and backend architecture, I specialize in building production-ready solutions using Python, FastAPI, Django, React, Next js, OpenAI, Claude, LangChain, CrewAI, n8n, Make, Zapier, and modern AI orchestration stacks. I focus on building AI systems that work in real production environments โ€” not just demos. ๐€๐ˆ & ๐€๐ฎ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐„๐ฑ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฌ๐ž: * AI Agents & Multi-Agent Systems * AI Chatbots & RAG Pipelines * Workflow Automation using n8n, Make & Zapier * CRM Automation & Operational Routing Systems * Voice AI Agents & Communication Workflows * API Integrations & Webhook Architectures * Browser Automation & Web Scraping * ETL Pipelines & Structured Data Processing * SaaS MVP Development * AI-Powered Operational Platforms * OpenAI, Claude, Gemini & LangChain Workflows * Vector Databases & Knowledge Systems Iโ€™ve built systems involving: * AI Meeting Intelligence & Automated Task Routing * Multi-Agent Financial Analysis Platforms * AI-Powered Resume Parsing APIs * WhatsApp & Twilio Communication Systems * AI Legal Document Processing Workflows * CRM & Operational Workflow Automation * Voice AI Booking Assistants * Automated Browser & Data Extraction Pipelines * RAG-Based Knowledge Platforms * Internal Operational AI Systems I also have strong hands-on experience integrating AI systems with CRMs, SaaS platforms, databases, payment systems, communication APIs, and third-party platforms to automate business operations end-to-end. On the backend side, I primarily work with Python using FastAPI, Django, Flask, scalable REST APIs, automation architectures, and production-grade backend systems. On the frontend side, I use React and Next js to build responsive and user-friendly interfaces for SaaS and operational platforms. ๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ & ๐“๐จ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ: Python, FastAPI, Django, Flask, React, Next js, OpenAI, Claude, LangChain, CrewAI, n8n, Make, Zapier, PostgreSQL, Supabase, Airtable, Twilio, WhatsApp API, Selenium, Playwright, ChromaDB, Pinecone, REST APIs, Webhooks, Docker, AWS, GCP. What clients value most when working with me: * Production-focused development * Scalable & maintainable architectures * Fast communication & transparency * Strong ownership mindset * Reliable execution * Practical business solutions * Long-term technical support I understand the importance of reliability, communication, and execution when building AI systems and operational platforms. I stay proactive throughout the project lifecycle, communicate clearly, and take full ownership from architecture to deployment to ensure the delivered solution aligns with business goals and operational requirements. Client satisfaction is extremely important to me. I fully commit to delivering high-quality results and practical business value. If there is ever an issue due to my implementation or delivery, I always work professionally and transparently to resolve it and ensure the client is satisfied with the final outcome. Whether you need an AI-powered MVP, workflow automation platform, RAG chatbot, multi-agent system, operational backend, browser automation pipeline, or a scalable SaaS application, Iโ€™d be happy to help design and build the right solution for your business.

  • Python
  • AI Chatbot
  • AI Agent Development
  • AI App Development
  • Full-Stack Development
  • API Integration
  • AI Development
  • Generative AI
  • LangChain
  • Machine Learning
  • Automation
  • Web Scraping
  • Back-End Development
  • n8n
  • JavaScript
  • Web Development
  • API
  • React
  • Next.js
  • Supabase
Clare J.

New York City, New York

$45/hr
5.0
11 jobs

Detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with over 6 years of attorney support experience across various practice areas. Skilled in document preparation, Bluebook cite-checking, federal and state e-filings, discovery coordination, advanced research, and case management. Well-versed in navigating court rules and procedures in jurisdictions throughout the U.S., with a proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads in fast-paced legal environments.

  • Legal Assistance
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Docs
  • Westlaw
  • LexisNexis
  • Bluebooking
  • Proofreading
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Document Review
  • Legal Drafting
  • Legal Pleadings
  • PACER
  • Legal Calendaring
Theodore M.

New York, New York

$250/hr
5.0
49 jobs

New York State Barred Attorney | JD & Tax LLM I am experienced in the tax consequences of partnerships, LLCs, S-Corps, Qualified Small Business Stock and real estate fund investment structures. To achieve client objectives I am capable of advising on the best path forward to comply with the complex partnership code sections and regulations. I create structures for entities and transactions always to optimize efficiency from a taxation perspective. I am also well versed in grants of equity compensation, including Profits Interest Awards. If your company is seeking someone to understand Profits Interest Awards, I can certainly assist to explain and/or draft any relevant agreements. In addition to advising on transactions, I have extensive experience in drafting various agreements and documents, including LLC Operating Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Assignments of Interest, S Corp. Bylaws, Plan of Conversions of Entities, Member Meeting Minutes, and more. If you wish to discuss how I may be able to assist you and your company in the structuring of any transaction, please reach out here on UpWork to discuss. ____________________________________________________________ CREDENTIALS: New York State Bar Attorney ## - available upon request. Law School GPA: 3.84 Tax Law GPA: 4.0 Legal Education: University of California Irvine School of Law (Masters in Taxation also at University of California Irvine School of Law). Honors: Graduated cum laude (top 10% of class) from UCI Law. Top performance in the following classes: Partnership Tax, Tax Consequences for Real Estate Transactions, Tax Exempt Organizations, and International Tax. Current Legal Experience: Partner at Small Tax Law Firm. Previous Legal Experience: Associate at Roberts & Holland LLP; Summer Associate at the Busch Firm; Intern for CA Bankruptcy Judge. Business Expertise: Digital Marketing and Business Growth Analyst.

  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Word
  • Document Review
  • Document Analysis
  • General Office Skills
  • Bankruptcy
  • Writing

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