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If you’re developing AI, software, SaaS, hardware, or launching a new brand, I help protect your innovation with strategically structured patents and trademarks designed to support long-term business and product goals. I am a licensed Patent & Trademark Attorney and former USPTO Patent Examiner (Technology Center 2100) with a background in Electrical & Computer Engineering, focusing on AI, SaaS, enterprise software, cloud systems, machine learning, generative AI, APIs, cybersecurity, semiconductor-related technologies, medical devices, and hardware/software integrated systems, including support for high-volume patent portfolios for clients such as IBM. Services include: • provisional and non-provisional patent drafting • patent prosecution and Office Action responses (§101, §102, §103, §112) • patentability searches, prior art analysis, and competitive landscape review • preliminary FTO-style review and portfolio strategy • prior art searching using USPTO, Google Patents, EPO, WIPO, and commercial patent databases • claim drafting, specification strategy, and portfolio development • patent drawings coordination and figure development • assignment agreements and IP ownership documentation • USPTO filing preparation and application submission • trademark clearance searches, USPTO filings, and trademark prosecution Technical experience includes AI systems, large language models (LLMs), workflow orchestration platforms, cloud architecture, distributed systems, SaaS infrastructure, APIs, cybersecurity systems, data pipelines, IoT technologies, semiconductor-related systems, enterprise software platforms, and hardware/software integrated products. Particularly interesting are sophisticated software and AI systems where architecture, workflows, machine intelligence, and long-term IP strategy intersect. Why clients work with me: • Former USPTO Examiner with direct insight into examiner behavior, rejection patterns, patent examination procedure, and prosecution strategy. • Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications for AI, software, and complex technical systems, with emphasis on strong specification support, scalable claim strategy, and long-term portfolio flexibility. • Experience performing patentability searches, prior art analysis, freedom-to-operate review, and competitive patent research involving software, AI, medical device, and emerging technology sectors. • Engineering foundation supported by a B.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering and training through GE Healthcare’s Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP). • Experience supporting startups, founders, and growing companies with practical IP and brand protection strategies aligned with business objectives. If you are developing AI, SaaS, software, semiconductor, hardware, or medical device technologies, feel free to send an invitation to discuss your project.

With over 45 years of experience in intellectual property, I've learned that most patent and trademark applications aren't rejected because the innovation lacks value—they're rejected because the application doesn't communicate that value clearly to the examiner. Every word, claim, description, and classification matters. I prepare intellectual property applications with precision, ensuring they are strategically structured, technically consistent, and positioned for a smoother examination process—not simply submitted. I am a U.S. citizen and U.S.-based Contracts, Patent, and Trademark Documentation Specialist with dual residency in Colombia and Texas, bringing more than 45 years of hands-on experience drafting, revising, preparing, and filing U.S. and international intellectual property documentation. Over the course of a 50+ year career as an international software entrepreneur, I have personally developed patented technologies and secured trademarks for multiple international enterprises, with issued patents in the United States and Mexico. This entrepreneurial background gives me a rare, practical understanding of how intellectual property must function not only legally, but commercially and strategically. Today, I apply these decades of experience to support inventors, startups, founders, and intellectual property attorneys by delivering clear, technically precise, and examiner-ready patent and trademark documentation. I do not provide legal advice or legal representation. Instead, I focus on the technical drafting, structural integrity, clarity, completeness, and procedural accuracy that strengthen applications before they reach the USPTO or international offices. My background includes drafting full patent specifications, structuring and editing claims, preparing drawings and reference numerals, developing provisional and non-provisional applications, conducting patentability searches, assisting with Office Action responses, performing trademark searches, and preparing filing-ready trademark and copyright documentation. Clients work with me when they need: Technically sound patent drafts ready for prosecution Claims that are readable, properly scoped, and internally consistent Reliable filing support that meets USPTO deadlines without sacrificing quality Clear risk analysis before investing in filing and prosecution I am efficient, detail-driven, and highly accustomed to working under tight timelines. Most projects are delivered as polished drafts ready for attorney review or direct client filing. 🔹 Services Offered Patent, Trademark & Copyright Documentation and Filing Support Trademark Services; - Trademark registration and filing (USPTO and international) - Comprehensive trademark search and clearance analysis - Likelihood of Confusion (Section 2(d)) analysis and risk assessment - Office Action responses and prosecution support - Trademark renewal and maintenance filings Patent Services; - Patentability search and novelty assessment - Patent application drafting (provisional and non-provisional) - Claims drafting, restructuring, and clarity editing - Full specification drafting (Background, Summary, Detailed Description) - Patent sketches and figure preparation with reference numerals - Prior art summaries and comparison matrices - Office Action technical response drafting support - Patent filing preparation and submission support Copyright Services Copyright application preparation and filing support Work classification and documentation review Today, I bring that hard-earned insight to founders and early-stage companies. I help them protect and monetize innovations across mechanical, software, and AI technologies—so they can attract serious investment, preserve cash, and grow with confidence. My mission is simple: to turn your ideas into resilient assets that power your business forward, all backed by our service guarantee.

A Story Steeped in Sound Jessie, known in the industry as the “Music Business Nerd,” blends a solid foundation in music business with specialized expertise in intellectual property. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Music Business and Audio Production from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) and a Master’s degree in Intellectual Property Law from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Jessie is currently pursuing a J.D. at the ABA-accredited Western State College of Law. This multifaceted background enables Jessie to offer comprehensive consulting services to artists, talent managers, and industry professionals alike. Jessie’s services focus on safeguarding the creative and financial rights of talent through intellectual property protection, meticulous contract review and negotiations, and conflict resolution. Jessie is also dedicated to helping artists establish and manage their royalty accounts, conducting royalty audits (not forensic accounting), collection of past royalties (where possible), and providing hands-on guidance for tracking and monitoring royalty payments. Known for an analytical, detail-oriented approach, Jessie empowers artists and their teams with the knowledge and tools they need to maximize revenue and protect their work in a competitive and complex industry. As a seasoned advocate for artists’ rights and a passionate educator, Jessie Monville combines business savvy with a deep legal understanding, making a meaningful impact across the entertainment landscape. Jessie’s goal is to support a fair, transparent, and artist-driven music industry where creatives can flourish with an understanding of how their original works, and likeness are protected and compensated. *****IMPORTANT HOUSEKEEPING NOTES***** As I genuinely strive to "leave people better than I found them," I care very much for helping as many people as possible in understanding "The Machine." In my efforts to do so and against the urging of many amazing attorneys I work with, I keep the hourly rate quite low for the work product provided. That said, there have been a few instances of late where (perhaps innocently), a few have reached out with what started as a simple question and went on to many, requiring quite a bit of time. Please know that it would be disrespectful for those clients who are paying for consulting, for me to spend more than a couple minutes on a question without an agreement. I know it is likely unintentional, and I will always make a comment such as, "any further assistance will need to be contracted" in order to be fair to the clients who are paying for consulting. Always happy to hear your questions and help provide an estimate in advance. Appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your understanding and patience on responses and response times, as in order to accommodate clients from around the globe, I try to have unique hours where I am often working in the middle of the night into the early morning and again mid/late afternoon in order to accommodate as many time zones as possible and often on weekends. Therefore, while I am able to schedule calls/video consultation in a wide range of hours/days, please know if I have not answered your message quickly (and you are not a currently contracted client) it is likely I am recharging, taking a meal break, or in the middle of working on something for a client and I will answer as soon as possible. (Generally within 12 hours of receiving a message from a non-contract client) If you have a truly urgent need, i.e. song is releasing in 24 hours, or you received a "scary letter" please type URGENT clearly and as the first words. This, will capture my attention in less time. Lastly, in an effort to ensure all clients walk away with a better understanding of how "the machine" works in their unique situation, I will always do my absolute best to give you the options you have, possible outcomes of those options and generally standard industry practices in the given situation. Often this can be news that is not comfortable or what someone wishes to hear. Please know that it is my duty to be honest and transparent and sometimes, that is to give information that is not what a client hoped for. Just know, most situations are able to be worked out. In some cases it may be a little costly or time consuming, but it is more often than not the case that there are solutions. Where a matter requires a licensed attorney to assist, I work with several spanning several states, and they are happy to provide an Artist Friendly quote. ****MY GIFT TO CLIENTS**** Any client who has hired me for a total of $250 or more, may request a free copy of the guide I have been working on for years that breaks down: royalties, what they are, the registrations you actually need, and how "the money moves". Not a client or under $250? You may send a proposal for 1-hour of consulting with a note that it is for the guide, and I will send you the password protected document (24hrs).

** Fixed-fee or hourly ** ** Free 30-minute consultation ** 📝 Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation 📈 Investments, Fundraising, Investment Funds, Venture Capital, etc. 📲 Product Development, Terms of Use & Privacy/Cookie Policies, Disclaimers, Warranties & Liabilities, etc. 🧱 Company Formation & Governance (Corporation/LLC, Equity & IP, Governing Agreements, etc.) 🖼️ IP Registration, Licensing & Confidentiality (Trademarks, Copyrights, NDAs, Non-Competes, Licenses, etc.) 🔥 Stock & Equity Deals, Founder & Employee Equity, Securities Compliance, etc. 🪙 Crypto, Web3, DAOs, Tokens, Warrants, NFTs, Regulatory Compliance, etc. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Employee & Independent Contractor Agreements & Managemen 🤝 Partnerships & MSAs, Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Buy-Sell Agreements, etc. ⚖️ Disputes, Demand Letters, Cease & Desists, Arbitration, Litigation, Strategy, etc. U.S.-based business attorney focused on quick turnarounds and efficient pricing. With experience at big law firms, public finance companies, and innovative tech startups, I am well prepared to help your business succeed by providing practical, dynamic and sound legal services. 📩 Send me a message to discuss your project. I’m happy to offer a free 15-minute consultation. Thanks, Eric R. Preston, Esq. Attorney, MBA, CIPP/US, Software Engineer Principal Attorney Start to Finish Law **DISCLAIMER** - Attorney advertising. Do not share confidential details of your matter before we establish an attorney-client relationship. No such relationship exists unless we have an agreement for legal services. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

I draft, review, and negotiate contracts for businesses worldwide with 24-hour turnaround available. As a California-licensed attorney with 14+ years of experience, I help clients with: 📄 Contract Drafting & Review Service agreements, consulting contracts, vendor agreements, SaaS terms, licensing deals, NDAs, operating agreements, partnership agreements, independent contractor agreements ✉️ Demand Letters Breach of contract, unpaid invoices, cease & desist, IP infringement, settlement demands, professionally drafted letters that get responses and recover money without litigation ⚖️ Legal Documents Terms of Service, Privacy Policies (GDPR/CCPA), website legal pages, corporate formation documents 💰 My demand letters have helped clients recover hundreds of thousands in unpaid fees. ✅ My contracts are clear, enforceable, and tailored to how your business actually operates. What clients say: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Sergei was absolutely fantastic throughout the process... definitely the best person I've worked with on Upwork so far." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Very diligent, organized and savvy legal mind. Punctual, thorough and quick to review and edit. A gem." I respond quickly, deliver fast, and build long-term relationships. Message me about your project.

Award-Winning Corporate & Contract Law Counsel | Global Contracts, Compliance & High-Stakes Wins Results beat titles, but awards validate impact. I am an award-winning business and corporate lawyer specializing in commercial agreements, SaaS terms, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and GDPR compliance. Recognized for delivering legally sound, commercially intelligent outcomes in high-stakes matters, I provide legal services across the UK, Europe, and the US. With 15+ 5-star client reviews, I remain committed to serving growing clients on Upwork. Whether you need a robust privacy policy, a bulletproof NDA, a lease agreement, complex vendor agreements, or contract drafting and review, I translate legal complexity into a competitive business advantage. 𝐌𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: 📝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 NDAs, MSAs, SaaS Agreements, Service Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Employment Contracts, Supplier Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policies, and Commercial Contracts. 📝 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 & 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐰 Corporate governance, director duties, business structuring, regulatory compliance, internal policies, legal risk analysis, and commercial advisory services. 📝𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 & 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬-𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Jurisdiction-aware contracts, international commercial agreements, legal research, compliance strategy, and multi-market operational support. 📝 𝐆𝐃𝐏𝐑 & 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 GDPR compliance audits, Privacy Policies, Data Protection Agreements, Cookie Policies, compliance mapping, and regulatory risk mitigation for digital businesses handling customer data. 📝𝐒𝐚𝐚𝐒 & 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐰 SaaS Agreements, Software Licensing, Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Platform Terms, API Agreements, User Policies, Subscription Structures, and Technology Compliance. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐔𝐩𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐌𝐞: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Elizabeth was fantastic to work with. She helped us draft a commercial lease agreement for landlords and property owners. She also helped us navigate the complexity with ease through detailed explanations. Highly recommended for anyone needing contract work and legal advice in the future.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Elizabeth has been consistently kind and helpful whenever I’ve needed to ask questions. She goes above and beyond in her support, and I really appreciate the effort she puts in. We are still working together, but I already feel very comfortable knowing I have someone I can turn to for clear guidance.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “We worked with Elizabeth on a complex suite of agreements and could not be more pleased with the outcome. Elizabeth demonstrated exceptional legal acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep strategic understanding of the issues at hand. Her guidance was invaluable, and the final result exceeded our expectations.” 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞 ✅ Contracts drafted for enforceability, negotiation leverage, and commercial protection. ✅ Clear legal language without unnecessary jargon. ✅ Fast turnaround with detail-oriented execution. ✅ Strategic legal thinking aligned with business goals. ✅ Strong risk assessment and clause-by-clause protection analysis. ✅ High responsiveness and professional communication throughout projects. Need a strategic legal partner who delivers precision in contract drafting and review, SaaS agreements, GDPR compliance, and cross-border transactions? I'm here to ensure your legal framework is as ambitious as your business goals. Click the ‘Message’ or ‘Invite’ button below to share a few details about your project. Let’s protect your business, strengthen your leverage, and position you for a secure, high-stakes win. 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐡, 𝐎. 𝐄𝐒𝐐. 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥.