Zakir K Mir, Esq.
I am licensed in Pennsylvania, USA, with license number 320714. You can verify my status as a registered attorney via the official PA State lawyer directory, my website (Borderless Counsel), Avvo, or via the portfolio documents in my profile below . I have been licensed and practicing law in the US for 9-10 years. I’m also licensed in Nova Scotia, Canada, with License Number 2025-0022.
My specialties are: Business Law and Contracts, Tax Assistance, Intellectual Property (including trademark filing), and US immigration petitions in particular.
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 and Corporate law (including corporate tax law), Immigration and Trademark Filing.
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: All 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. So let's talk! Each client is different and each project has its own needs, whether big or small.
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). You can also browse my credentials and testimonials produced in my portfolio documents below.
Some career highlights include:
-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 and drafting thousands/tens of thousands of contracts, and developing expertise with contracts and terms and conditions.
-Assisting hundreds of clients in US immigration law, and with obtaining visas, permanent residency or other Immigration status in the US as an immigration attorney, and in Canada (through partners).
-Registering and Applying for hundreds of Trademarks on behalf of my clients with the USPTO.
-Successfully appealing and overturning many office actions refusing trademarks from the USPTO, and negotiating trademark settlement resolutions with third parties.
-Registering many trademarks successfully in the US and internationally (UK/EU/Germany/Canada) via the USPTO and WIPO process.
-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.
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.
Tax Law
Legal
Legal Consulting
Contract Drafting
Corporate Law
Trademark
Immigration Law
H-1B Visa
Intellectual Property Law
International Law
Legal Assistance
Green Card
Trademark Consulting
Employer-Sponsored Visa
International Taxation
Alex R.
Toronto, Canada
$100/hr
5.0
77 jobs
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.
Legal
Law
Contract
Contract Drafting
Contract Law
Corporate Law
Startup Consulting
Lean Startup
Compliance
Legal Entity Structuring
Venture Capital
Cryptocurrency
Corporate Governance
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Tom A.
Toronto, Canada
$135/hr
5.0
175 jobs
100% Rated Corporate/Business lawyer with 15+ years of experience, 5+ years on Upwork ($80,000 earned, 163 jobs, Top Rated and Top Rated Plus before 2023-25 leave of absence).
I love seeing good ideas manifest in real time and enjoy guiding clients on that path. I simplify the process of organizing and starting small businesses so my clients can focus on their passions. For my business clients I most often am doing:
* Contract Drafting
* Contract Reviews / Revisions
* Incorporations (federal or any province) and minute book creation
* Minute Book rebuilds/reviews
* Annual Corporate Returns
* Founder Employment or Consulting Agreements
* Employment Agreements (Regular Employees)
* Executive Employment Agreements
* Shareholder Agreements / Founder Stock Restriction Agreements
* Early-stage Equity Fundraising (pre-Series A)
* Equity Incentive Plans / Stock Option Plans
* Non-disclosure Agreements
* Opinion/Comfort Letters for payment processors, regulators and other third party providers (e.g. in gaming)
* Service Agreements
* Software/SaaS Licensing Agreements
* Website Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
* Fractional GC experience.
My employment law work consists of advice on disputes/problems, drafting and reviewing agreements and NDAs, creating workplace policies and procedures, and managing issues arising from the sale or wind-down of an employer. I also represent and advocate for clients involved in challenging wrongful dismissal, discrimination, or other legal disputes. This includes demand letters as well as ongoing representation services after the initial demand stage.
Legal
Legal Consulting
Non-Disclosure Agreement
Shareholder Relationship
Legal Writing
Corporate Law
Contract Drafting
Private Equity
Employment Law
Privacy Policy
Terms & Conditions
Privacy Policy Writing
Awais B.
Oakville, Canada
$60/hr
5.0
15 jobs
Internationally trained lawyer with 11+ years of experience in corporate, commercial, and litigation. Served 650+ US clients and remained Top-rated Legal Consultant on Fiverr for 3 years. Holds a Master's Degree (LL.M.) in International Business Law (Canada). Corporate & litigation expert and founder of two legal startups. Offers tailored legal advice and document drafting services. Let us connect as the initial consultation is FREE.
Key Specializations:
1. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements tailored to business needs.
2. Advising on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
3. Providing comprehensive legal solutions for litigation matters.
Legal Services:
A. Comprehensive Legal Advice
- Guidance on a wide variety of legal issues.
- Review, interpretation, and strategic evaluation of contracts, agreements, and clauses (including their potential risks or benefits).
- Preparation and analysis of essential legal documents tailored to your requirements.
- Answering Legal Questions and Providing Legal Opinions
B. Drafting Services
- Legal notices, cease and desist letters, pleadings, complaints, answers, statements of claim, motions, appeals, defenses, and responses for court.
- Specialized drafting of memoranda of law, applications, letters, contracts, and agreements.
- Review and correction of all legal or court documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
C. Business Law
- Legal advice on business formation, compliance, and governance.
- Assistance with mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
- Risk assessment and dispute resolution strategies.
- Employment law guidance, including policies and compliance.
- Legal opinions on regulatory and commercial matters.
- Drafting and reviewing NDAs, MOUs, and shareholder agreements.
D. Legal Opinion/Opinion Letter for a Digital Token/Coin projects
- Prepare a Legal Opinion for digital/crypto token/coin and sign on Attorney Letterhead
- Legal Opinions for US, UK, Switzerland, Singapore, BVI and other EU jurisdictions
Let’s work together to understand your legal problem and find a tailored and affordable legal solution that meets your needs. Contact to discuss with confidence.
Legal
Legal Consulting
Legal Research
Contract Drafting
Contract Law
Legal Writing
Corporate Law
Trademark Consulting
Immigration Law
Intellectual Property Law
Criminal Law
Gulnoza A.
Halifax, Canada
$70/hr
5.0
21 jobs
Hello, I’m Gulnoza, an international business lawyer helping startups, tech companies, and growing ventures build, structure, and scale across borders with legally sound, practical solutions.
I support both early-stage startups and established companies with their legal infrastructure, contract matters, risk governance, and compliance frameworks.
My approach is business-oriented: I don’t just draft documents, I help you reduce risk, stay compliant, and operate confidently across jurisdictions.
🔹 What I Help With:
Corporate Governance & Legal Operations
- Structuring and maintaining corporate records across multiple entities;
- Board/shareholder documentation, meeting minutes, governance frameworks;
- Internal legal documentation aligned with investor and regulatory expectations;
- Ongoing legal ops support for scaling companies.
Contracts & Commercial Agreements:
- Drafting and Structuring Service agreements, SaaS agreements, licensing, NDAs, vendor contracts ensuring legal clarity and enforceability across jurisdictions;
- Shareholders agreements, SAFE/convertible notes, investment documentation;
- Cross-border B2B & B2C agreements tailored to your business model;
- Contract review, risk analysis, and restructuring.
Compliance, Policies & Risk Management:
- AML/KYC/CTF frameworks and internal compliance policies;
- Privacy policies, Terms of Use, disclaimers (global-ready approach);
- Regulatory alignment for international operations;
- Building practical, implementable compliance systems.
Tech, SaaS & Emerging Industries:
- Legal support for contract, privacy and compliance matters;
- Advisory on regulatory risks in fast-evolving sectors;
- Structuring legal frameworks for innovative and tech-driven businesses.
🔹 Crypto, Blockchain & Digital Assets
I have extensive experience advising crypto, blockchain, DeFi, DAO, NFT, and Web3 companies on both legal and operational matters. My experience includes:
- Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements for crypto companies, including service agreements, partnership agreements, token-related arrangements, licensing agreements, and vendor contracts;
- Advising blockchain startups on corporate structuring, governance, compliance, and risk management;
- Developing AML/KYC/CTF compliance frameworks for virtual asset businesses;
- Conducting legal research and regulatory analysis on cryptocurrencies, digital assets, DeFi protocols, DAOs, NFTs, and emerging Web3 business models;
- Supporting founders and management teams in navigating evolving regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions;
- Collaborating with external counsel on complex crypto, compliance, and regulatory matters.
I served as Head of Legal Operations & Compliance for a Web3 infrastructure company and previously advised numerous blockchain and fintech projects as Senior Legal Counsel at a legal and growth advisory firm focused on crypto and emerging technologies.
My academic research is also focused on digital assets and decentralized technologies, including published work on DAO regulation, DeFi regulation, and blockchain governance.
🔹 Experience Snapshot:
- Legal & Compliance officer for a FinTech company with global footprint;
- Head of Legal Operations & Compliance in a Web3 company (Canada-based, global operations);
- International Legal Counsel advising on cross-border transactions and regulatory matters;
- Proven legal experience advising emerging technology companies;
- Experience supporting clients across North America, Europe, and beyond;
- Trusted by international clients for contract structuring and legal documentation;
- Experience supporting multi-entity and cross-border businesses;
- Background in corporate governance and compliance.
🔹 How I Work
✔ Business-focused, not overly theoretical, practical legal solutions you can actually use
✔ Cross-border mindset, I understand international structures and risks
✔ Clear, structured documentation, no unnecessary complexity
✔ Reliable and detail-oriented, especially critical for governance and compliance work
I offer fixed-price packages for contract drafting, startup legal setup, and corporate governance support.
🔹 Important Note
I work with international clients and cross-border matters only and do not provide jurisdiction-specific legal advice where local bar admission is required. Instead, I support as international counsel, often collaborating with local lawyers where needed.
If you’re building, scaling, or restructuring a business and need clear, reliable legal support that keeps up with your growth, feel free to reach out.
Contract Law
Intellectual Property Law
Corporate Law
Legal Assistance
Legal Research
Due Diligence
Corporate Governance
Regulatory Compliance
Contract Drafting
Policy Writing
AI Policy
Shareholder Relationship
Partnership Agreement
Licensing Agreement
Service Level Agreement
Blockchain
Cryptocurrency
Know Your Customer
Legal Negotiation
Compliance
Hannah A.
Winnipeg, Canada
$70/hr
5.0
3 jobs
I’m a strategic tax consultant with close to a decade of experience helping business owners, digital creators, founders, and cross-border entrepreneurs/investors stay compliant, reduce tax exposure, and structure their finances for growth — with clarity and confidence.
Core Expertise:
- Cross-border tax compliance — US/ CAN tax return fillings; minimizing risk of double tax for dual residency, remote work, and international operations
- Personal & corporate returns — T1 and T2 tax return filings
- Indirect tax returns - GST/HST/PST, and CRA/IRS liaison
- Corporate tax efficiency — surplus planning, retained earnings, and dividend/investment strategy
- Strategic CFO advisory and financial planning — supporting business owners, creators, e-commerce owners, amongst others....
Client Impact
I’ve worked with clients across hospitality, NGOs, digital media, healthcare, and real estate, consistently delivering measurable results:
- Identified thousands in tax savings through restructuring and planning
- Streamlined compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Built future-ready systems that align tax strategy with long-term business goals
Whether you’re building a company, acquiring assets, or planning your next stage of growth, I bring the structure, foresight, and strategy to keep you compliant — while protecting your bottom line.
I have an MBA in Finance, and I am a certified tax expert. I bring both technical expertise and strategic insight to every engagement. If you’re looking for accurate, reliable, and practical tax/ financial guidance—I’m here to help.
Accounting
Bookkeeping
Budgeting & Forecasting Software
Tax Strategy
Corporate Tax
Certified Tax Preparer
International Taxation
Tax Planning & Advisory
Tax Preparation
Indirect Tax
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