In today’s fast-moving global market, businesses need more than a lawyer, they need a legal strategist who understands how corporate, tax, and trade frameworks work together. I’m that bridge.
I am an international corporate and Tax Lawyer with 8 years of professional experience in cross-border transactions, international tax coordination, mergers & acquisitions, and global business structuring. I used to work at Deloitte for years, where I advised multinational clients on international tax, M&A, and global trade matters involving complex multi-jurisdictional operations and transactions.
I currently serve as a Director at a U.S law firm, where I work on sophisticated international matters involving transaction support, due diligence, corporate structuring, tax strategy coordination, and cross-border advisory work for international clients, investors, and businesses.
Alongside my role, I founded IronClad Global Advisors LLC, an international advisory and consulting platform, with international lawyers and experienced consultant, created with the objective of making high-quality international advisory services more accessible to businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors who may not be in a position to engage large institutional firms at traditional Big Four or international law firm fee structures.
Core Areas of Focus:
• Cross-Border Structuring & International Expansion
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
• Corporate Advisory & Strategic Consulting
• International Tax Coordination
• Due Diligence & Transaction Support
• Global Trade & Regulatory Advisory
• Commercial & Corporate Documentation
• Egypt, GCC, EU & U.S. Market Advisory
Why Clients Work With Me:
• Deloitte and international advisory experience
• Strong commercial and business-oriented approach
• Access to an international network of experienced professionals
• Institutional-quality work with the flexibility and efficiency of an independent consulting platform
• Clear communication, responsiveness, and practical execution
Whether you are expanding internationally, evaluating a transaction, structuring a business, or navigating cross-border operational challenges, I focus on delivering practical solutions aligned with your business objectives.
Feel free to reach out to discuss your project with a free of charge 30-minutes consultation to explore how we can support your business and strategic objectives.
Trade Law
Legal
Contract
Legal Agreement
Contract Drafting
Contract Law
Immigration
Immigration Document Translation
Immigration Law
Tax Law
Tax Theory
Legal Research
International Taxation
Chuang K.
Shenzhen, China
$50/hr
5.0
127 jobs
I am a registered Patent & Trademark Attorney , with over 13 years of experience advising international clients on China-focused and global IP protection strategies. You will get 100% Top-Quality and Long-Term Intellectual Property services in China ,Hong kong and all other key markets(0ne stop service) for USA, Europe, Japan, South Korea, India ,vietnam ,malaysia .I have experience in patent ,Trademark prosecution and NNN agreement . With hands-on expertise in national laws, international treaties (PCT, Madrid System, Hague System), and local filing practices, I ensure seamless, timely, and cost-effective filings in every major market.
Services Offered
1. Patent Filing and drafting Services
Patent review,drafting ,Prior art search and FTO
PCT Filing & National Phase Entry (CN,US, EP, KR, JP, etc.)
Direct National Patent Filing
Design Patent/Industrial Design Filing (US Design, EU Design (RCD), CN, JP, KR)
Patent Translation & Formality Review
Office Action Handling & Local Agent Support
2. Trademark Filing Services
Madrid System Filing & Designation (WIPO)
Direct Trademark Applications (CNIPA, USPTO, EUIPO, KIPO, JPO, etc.)
Trademark Search & Clearance
Objection Response & Renewals
International Brand Monitoring
Refusal / opposition response
Renewals & portfolio management
Brand monitoring in China
3. Fully customized, PRC-law governed, enforceable bilingual (EN/CN) NNN agreement
Fully customized NNN Agreements (Non-Disclosure, Non-Use, Non-Circumvention)
PRC-law governed, bilingual (EN/CN) enforceable contracts
Designed specifically for:
Manufacturers & suppliers
Product sourcing
Cross-border partnerships
4. Copyright Services (China & Hong Kong)
Copyright registration in China and globally
Software & digital content protection
Evidence preservation for enforcement
Licensing and ownership structuring
Anti-infringement strategy support
5. Alibaba IP complaints & infringement takedowns
Counterfeit product removal
Evidence preparation & rights verification
Ongoing brand monitoring on Chinese e-commerce platforms
Global One-Stop IP Service (Extended Support)
While my core expertise is China & Hong Kong, I also coordinate filings in:
USA, Europe, Japan, South Korea, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, and other key markets providing a seamless one-stop IP solution worldwide.
Why Work With Me
✔ 13+ years of IP experience
✔ Deep understanding of China’s and International IP system & risks
✔ Practical, business-focused strategies (not just filings)
✔ Fast, cost-effective, and reliable execution
✔ Long-term IP partner for your business growth
Translation
Patent
Patent Law
Trademark Law
Trademark
Drafting
Sapna S.
Nagpur, India
$40/hr
4.9
616 jobs
Most legal work tells you what the law says. I tell you what it means for your business, and then I execute it.
I'm Sapna Sarda, a Top Rated lawyer with 8+ years of experience and 500+ completed projects on Upwork. I work with founders, SMEs, SaaS companies, and international businesses across the US, UK, UAE, and India who need legal infrastructure that is precise, commercially grounded, and built to scale.
🏢Corporate Structuring & Business Setup
The legal foundation your business depends on.
▸LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp formation (U.S.)
▸Indian company incorporation & structuring
▸Operating agreements, shareholder agreements, board documentation
▸Cross-border structuring (India–U.S. alignment)
▸Governance frameworks & internal legal infrastructure
📄Contracts & Commercial Agreements
Contracts that actually protect your business in real scenarios.
▸NDAs, MSAs, service & vendor agreements
▸Partnership, JV, and licensing agreements
▸Employment & contractor agreements
▸Contract review, risk identification & practical revisions
▸Negotiation support & enforceability structuring
💻Tech, SaaS & Digital Compliance
Legal systems aligned with how your product actually works.
▸SaaS agreements, SLAs, API & licensing structures
▸Terms of Service, Privacy Policies, platform governance
▸GDPR, CCPA, UAE PDPL, India IT Act compliance
▸IP ownership structuring for developers & tech teams
▸Cross-border SaaS and digital business alignment
🧠Intellectual Property & Protection Strategy
Not just filing, building IP that adds real business value.
▸Trademark searches, filings (USPTO, India, Madrid Protocol)
▸Patent strategy, drafting & office action responses
▸Copyright protection & licensing
▸IP ownership structuring (founders, developers, teams)
▸Enforcement strategy & cease-and-desist actions
What Clients Consistently Get:
▸500+ completed projects with a high repeat hire rate
▸Fast turnarounds without sacrificing precision
▸Clear communication, no legal jargon, no unnecessary complexity
▸Practical drafting that is commercially workable, not just legally defensible
▸Cross-border insight across India, US, UK, and UAE
▸A structured legal execution team behind every engagement
Whether you are incorporating a company, launching a digital product, protecting IP, or managing contracts across borders, I build legal infrastructure that holds up under pressure.
If you're scaling and need dependable legal execution, let's talk.
Legal
Legal Consulting
Contract Law
Contract Drafting
Corporate Law
Legal Drafting
Legal Research
Legal Assistance
Content Creation
Contract Management
Legal Documentation
Legal Practice Management
Corporate Governance
Corporate Communications
Tax Law
Bader M.
Ait Ourir, Morocco
$14/hr
4.8
17 jobs
Fast, accurate legal research and memoranda for attorneys, law firms, and pro se litigants who need clear answers on tight deadlines.
I help legal professionals and self-represented parties cut through case law quickly so they can make confident decisions, meet filing deadlines, and build stronger arguments. Whether you need a same-day bench memo before a hearing or an in-depth research brief for a complex motion, I deliver work that's thorough, well-cited, and ready to use, not a rough draft you have to rewrite.
WHAT I DO
Case law research across federal and state jurisdictions
Legal research memoranda (IRAC/CRAC format or your preferred style)
Motion and brief support, research and drafting assistance
Case law summaries and annotated bibliographies
Statutory and regulatory research
Cite-checking and Bluebook/local citation formatting
Legal issue spotting and preliminary case assessments
Support for pro se litigants who need plain-language explanations of case law and procedure
PRACTICE AREAS
Contract & Commercial Disputes | Employment Law | Civil Litigation | Family Law | Landlord-Tenant | Personal Injury | Intellectual Property]
If your matter falls outside these areas, reach out, I'm happy to let you know upfront whether it's a good fit rather than take on work outside my expertise.
WHY WORK WITH ME
Turnaround speed matters in litigation. I offer same-day and 24-48 hour delivery on time-sensitive research requests, and I communicate proactively if a deadline is at risk, you'll never be left guessing.
I write for the reader. Attorneys get concise, well-organized memos that get straight to the applicable law and analysis. Pro se litigants get research explained in plain language, without unnecessary jargon, so they understand not just what the law says but what it means for their case.
Every memo is built on primary sources, statutes, regulations, and case law pulled directly from Westlaw, LexisNexis, Fastcase, and Google Scholar (plus PACER for docket and filing research) never AI-generated summaries passed off as legal research. I verify citations are still good law using Shepard's/KeyCite before anything goes out.
HOW I WORK
Send me your research question, relevant facts, jurisdiction, and deadline.
I'll confirm scope and turnaround before starting, no surprises on timing.
You receive a fully cited memo in your preferred format (Word, PDF, or matching your firm's template).
I'm available for a follow-up round of clarifying questions or revisions at no extra charge if the scope hasn't changed.
I treat every engagement, especially those involving pro se litigants, with strict confidentiality. Your case details stay private.
Let's talk about your research needs. Send me a message with your issue and deadline, and I'll tell you honestly whether I can help and how quickly.
Trade Law
Legal
Law
Legal Consulting
International Law
Business
Drafting
Tax Law
Family Law
Commercialization
Trademark Law
Intellectual Property Law
Investment Strategy
Patent Law
Contract Drafting
Qasim .
Lahore, Pakistan
$30/hr
4.9
106 jobs
Hi, I am Attorney Qasim, a Legal Consultant delivering precise legal drafting, legal review, and legal advisory services for businesses, startups, creators, and entrepreneurs worldwide. With more than five years of experience in Contract Law, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA), Corporate Compliance, Startup Legalities, and Entertainment Law, I provide accurate, business-focused legal support that reduces risk and strengthens compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
My expertise includes contract drafting, contract review, IP protection, copyright and trademark strategy, technology law compliance, GDPR/CCPA policies, and entertainment industry agreements. I combine sharp legal analysis with clear, commercially effective drafting, ensuring every document supports your goals and protects your interests.
Core Services:
Contract Law & Legal Drafting:
• Drafting and reviewing all business contracts
• SaaS Agreements, Service Agreements, Licensing Agreements
• B2B Contracts, Vendor Agreements, MSAs, NDAs, MOUs
• Employment Agreements, Contractor Agreements, Partnership Agreements
Intellectual Property (IP) Protection:
• Trademark search, trademark registration, brand protection
• Copyright protection, licensing agreements, IP ownership clauses
• DMCA takedown notices and infringement action support
Data Privacy & Technology Law:
• GDPR-compliant Privacy Policies and Cookie Policies
• CCPA/HIPAA compliance documentation
• Website Terms & Conditions, EULAs, User Agreements
• Legal risk assessments for apps, tech companies, and SaaS platforms
Startup Legalities & Corporate Compliance:
• Founder Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, ESOP structures
• Corporate governance, due diligence, risk assessment
• Legal frameworks for digital businesses and international operations
Entertainment Law:
• Artist contracts, music agreements, producer contracts
• Content licensing, talent releases, royalty and distribution agreements
Why Clients Hire Me:
• Strong command of Contract Law, IP Law, Data Privacy, and Startup Legalities
• Drafts tailored to US, UK, EU, Canadian, UAE, and Australian standards
• Clear, enforceable, risk-mitigated drafting aligned with business needs
• Fast turnaround, transparent communication, and professional legal structure
Industries I Support:
Technology, SaaS, e-commerce, media, entertainment, branding, agencies, fintech, influencers, startups, and professional service businesses.
What You Can Expect:
When you work with me, you receive contracts and legal documents that follow strict legal standards, include strong protective clauses, and reflect real-world commercial practice. Every service is customized to your business model, ensuring compliance, clarity, and long-term risk protection.
If you need professional contract drafting, legal document review, Intellectual Property protection, GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA compliance, startup legal advisory, or entertainment law agreements, I will prepare legally sound documents designed to protect your assets and support your growth.
Send a message to discuss your legal needs.
Legal
Law
Legal Consulting
Contract Law
Intellectual Property Law
Legal Agreement
Privacy Policy
Terms & Conditions
Legal Drafting
Contract Drafting
Legal Assistance
Contract
International Law
Blockchain, NFT & Cryptocurrency
Civil Law
Priyanka M.
Nanded, India
$25/hr
5.0
150 jobs
⚖️ 𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒓𝒂𝒇𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒔 - 𝑰 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒅𝒎𝒂𝒑. ⚖️
As a legal consultant with a cross-border focus (US & India), I help startup founders, independent consultants, and remote businesses navigate the law with confidence. I combine personal attention with professional rigor to deliver legal solutions that drive your business forward. From setting up your company to shielding your intellectual property, my goal is to de-risk your growth so you can innovate freely.
✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 & 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: I’m an experienced corporate lawyer and startup advisor who has guided businesses from Silicon Valley to Bangalore through critical legal milestones.
✅ 𝐌𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:
1. Business Incorporation (India & US):
↳ Entity formation, founders’ agreements, and regulatory filings to get your startup off the ground in either jurisdiction.
2. Contracts & NDAs:
↳ Expert drafting and review of contracts (NDAs, service agreements, partnership deals, international contracts, etc.) to protect your interests and avoid disputes.
3. Intellectual Property Protection:
↳ Securing your IP through trademark registration, copyright advisement, and IP clauses in contracts – ensuring your brand and product are safe from copycats.
4. ESOPs & Equity Agreements:
↳ Creating employee stock option plans and founder equity agreements that attract talent while safeguarding ownership structure.
5. Compliance & Legal Risk Checklists:
↳ 2-minute legal risk checkups and detailed compliance audits to keep your business compliant with labor laws, data privacy, and industry regulations across borders.
6. Ongoing Legal Advisory:
↳ Long-term fractional General Counsel support for startups – I act as your on-call legal partner, handling day-to-day queries, contract updates, and cross-border compliance so you can focus on growth.
✅𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞? I bring clarity, speed, and business-savvy insight to legal work. You’ll get practical legal advice minus the jargon - I explain options clearly and give you actionable next steps. I pride myself on being responsive (often within a few hours) and proactive in identifying issues before they become problems.
Past clients have appreciated my attention to detail and ability to anticipate legal pitfalls in new markets. Whether you’re launching your first product or expanding internationally, I tailor my services to fit your needs and budget.
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞? 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭!
𝙁𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄’𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥. (𝙄 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙖 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 – 𝙖𝙨𝙠 𝙢𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜!) 𝙄 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙨.
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Contract Drafting
Legal Writing
Corporate Law
Contract Law
Capital Markets
Company Registration
Employment Law
Compliance
Contract Management
Tax Law
Legal Agreement
Legal Assistance
Legal Drafting
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