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I'm a legal professional with a dual law degree (LL.M., University of Arizona, 3.96 GPA; LL.B., Universität Trier, Germany), and I support solo attorneys, small firms, and businesses with legal research, contract review, and drafting assistance. I'm fluent in German and English, which lets me work on cross-border matters, GDPR compliance, and EU-facing contracts without anything getting lost in translation. My background spans multiple jurisdictions and legal systems. As a legal trainee at SES Satellites (Luxembourg), I supported senior counsel on commercial contract drafting and redlining — NDAs, MSAs, software licensing, and vendor agreements — across cross-border matters. As a law clerk at a Las Vegas litigation firm, I supported personal injury cases through pleadings, discovery prep, and Nevada-focused research. I've also conducted legal research and drafted memos across a range of U.S. state jurisdictions. What I can help with: — Draft, review, or redline contracts and commercial agreements — Conduct legal research with clear, organized written memos — Flag compliance gaps under GDPR or U.S./state regulations — Prepare legal templates, checklists, and procedural documents — Translate legal documents between English and German All work is prepared for attorney review and doesn't constitute legal advice — I'm not a licensed attorney (Nevada Bar exam preparation underway, expected 2027). I'd be glad to talk through what your matter needs.

With 350+ 5-star client reviews, I am proud to serve a growing client list here on Upwork. As an experienced business and corporate attorney, I provide end-to-end legal support; handling everything from day-to-day contract management to complex transactions, governance, and compliance. Many of my clients treat me as their on-demand legal department. I draft, review, and negotiate all key agreements, guide leadership through business restructuring, oversee equity and financing documents, and help ensure corporate formalities are observed. Whether you’re a startup, established company, or investor, I deliver practical legal solutions that protect your interests and support sustainable growth. Building on years of experience working with entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 companies alike, I’ve earned a strong reputation for simplifying complex legal issues and turning them into clear, actionable agreements. From Nondisclosure Agreements and Master Service Agreements to Employment and Independent Contractor Agreements, I help clients avoid risk, stay compliant, and move deals forward efficiently. I also assist with Privacy Policies, Terms & Conditions, and compliance programs—keeping businesses aligned with evolving privacy and data protection laws across multiple jurisdictions. Beyond contracts, I advise on entity formation, ownership structure, capital contributions, and internal governance. This includes drafting operating and shareholder agreements, implementing compliance frameworks, and providing ongoing guidance on employment, IP, and commercial matters. I also offer a flat-fee AI Contract Review & Rewrite service for clients who start with ChatGPT or LegalZoom templates. These drafts often miss key provisions or state-specific compliance requirements. I transform them into enforceable, attorney-grade agreements tailored to your goals. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: "We had the pleasure of working with Austin on the development of our franchise agreement. He exhibited an exceptional level of efficiency and professionalism throughout the entire process. His deep expertise in legal matters and understanding of our unique requirements led to the creation of a highly comprehensive and well-structured franchise agreement." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: "Working with Austin has been a pleasure. His attention to detail and expertise ensured everything was done to the highest standard. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services." Please reach out if you need a lawyer who can help you with: ✏️ Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation ✏️ Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs) ✏️ Non-Compete & Non-Solicitation Agreements ✏️ Shareholder Agreements ✏️ Partnership Agreements ✏️ Operating Agreements (LLC) ✏️ Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) ✏️ Stock Purchase Agreements (SPAs) ✏️ Membership Interest Purchase Agreements ✏️ Joint Venture Agreements ✏️ Franchise Agreements & Disclosure Documents (FDDs) ✏️ Vendor & Supplier Contracts ✏️ Licensing Agreements & IP Assignments ✏️ SaaS Agreements & Software Licensing Agreements ✏️ Technology Transfer Agreements ✏️ Website & App Terms of Service / Terms & Conditions ✏️ Privacy Policies (U.S. & International) ✏️ Cookie Policies & Tracking Disclosures ✏️ E-Commerce Terms (Refund, Return, & Shipping Policies) ✏️ Community Guidelines & User Conduct Policies ✏️ Consulting Agreements ✏️ Investment Agreements & Subscription Agreements ✏️ Convertible Notes & SAFE Agreements ✏️ Stock Option Plans (ISOs, NSOs) ✏️ Equity Grant Agreements & Phantom Equity Plans ✏️ Loan Agreements & Promissory Notes ✏️ Escrow Agreements ✏️ Manufacturing & Supply Agreements ✏️ Distribution & Reseller Agreements ✏️ Marketing & Influencer Agreements ✏️ Master Service Agreements (MSAs) ✏️ Business Lease Agreements (Commercial Real Estate) ✏️ Independent Contractor Agreements ✏️ Employment Agreements & Severance Packages ✏️ Executive Compensation Agreements ✏️ Corporate Governance Documents & Bylaws ✏️ Demand Letters & Cease-and-Desist Letters ✏️ Corporate Compliance Policies & Employee Handbooks ✏️ Mergers & Acquisitions Support ✏️ Corporate Restructuring ✏️ Business Formation & Incorporation (LLCs, Corporations, Nonprofits) Please do not hesitate to contact me. It would be a pleasure to add you to my growing list of satisfied clients. I am happy to provide my services through both hourly and flat-fee options. I look forward to working with you! Best, Austin ** TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH UPWORK'S TERMS OF SERVICE , PLEASE REFRAIN FROM SENDING OR SHARING ANY CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION OR SPECIFICS OF YOUR LEGAL MATTER PRIOR TO THE INITIATION OF A FORMAL PROJECT OR A PAID CONSULTATION. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CONSULTATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH UPWORK. ANY COMMUNICATION OUTSIDE OF UPWORK PRIOR TO A FORMAL ENGAGEMENT IS NOT PERMITTED AND CONSTITUTES A BREACH OF UPWORK'S TERMS OF SERVICE. **

I am a legal research, litigation support, and contract management professional with 4+ years of experience supporting global clients across legal research, commercial contracts, compliance documentation, due diligence, and structured investigation work. My recent work includes U.S.-focused class action and mass arbitration research, where I prepared 40+ case evaluation memoranda involving consumer protection, privacy, fintech, data misuse, subscription practices, hidden fees, arbitration clauses, procedural risk, claimant volume, damages analysis, and regulatory/class action developments. I also work in an international fintech environment in a legal/compliance-facing role, supporting merchant onboarding, due diligence, contract review, AML/KYC documentation, risk assessment, internal SOPs, template management, and stakeholder coordination. With $10K+ earned, 800+ completed hours, 40+ Upwork jobs, and a 100% Job Success Score, I bring the reliability of an experienced freelancer with the analytical depth of a legal and compliance professional. Services I offer: Litigation & Legal Research 1. Case law and statutory research 2. U.S. class action and mass arbitration research 3. Consumer protection, privacy, fintech, and data misuse research 4. Legal memoranda and case evaluation reports 5. Procedural posture and arbitration clause analysis 6. Regulatory action, settlement, and litigation background research Contracts & Legal Documentation 1. Contract drafting and review 2. Contract redlining and clause-level comments 3. NDAs, MSAs, SaaS agreements, service agreements, reseller agreements, vendor agreements, and onboarding documents 4. Contract template creation and maintenance 5. Contract management and documentation tracking 6. Review of key provisions including warranties, indemnities, limitation of liability, termination, confidentiality, governing law, and dispute resolution Compliance & Due Diligence Support 1. AML/KYC documentation 2. Merchant/vendor onboarding documentation 3. Due diligence research 4. SOPs, internal policies, escalation guides, and workflow documentation 5. Risk assessment notes and compliance research 6. Internal documentation and process improvement support Business Research for Legal/Compliance Use 1. Competitor and market research where relevant to legal, compliance, or business strategy 2. OSINT 3. Evidence collection and structured reporting 4. Qualitative research, coding, and thematic analysis I am best suited for clients who need someone who can work independently, understand legal and business context quickly, organize large amounts of information, and produce clear, evidence-backed deliverables.

On-demand Legal Counsel (UK/EU) helping startups establish GDPR, DPA and SaaS compliance frameworks for scalable and investor-ready growth. From GDPR frameworks to SaaS and shareholder agreements, I deliver clear, investor-ready legal packages that protect founders, support funding, and enable long-term growth across the UK, EU, and US. What I deliver: -Privacy Policies & Cookie Notices (GDPR, CCPA, UK DPA) -Data Processing Agreements (Google/Firebase & third-party integrations) -SaaS Agreements & Subscription Terms -AI Use Policies & Ethical AI Clauses -IP Licensing & Terms of Use -Grant-ready legal packages for startups -Shareholder & Founder Agreements -Employment & Contractor Agreements Expertise: -Contract Law | Startup Law | GDPR & Data Privacy | Intellectual Property -UK, EU & US law -SaaS, fintech, healthtech & digital platforms Why clients choose me: -Strategic legal partner — I build compliance systems, not just documents -Investor-ready — tailored for funding, grants, and partnerships -Clear, founder-friendly language — no jargon, only actionable solutions -Business-smart — legally safe, scalable, and practical -Async & efficient — no calls, fast turnaround, fixed-price packages No calls. No fluff. No hidden fees. Just precise, business-ready contracts and compliance that help your startup grow confidently.

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.

Dynamic Contracts & Legal Operations Paralegal with 20 + years of professional experience helping businesses, startups, and solo attorneys reduce risk and manage agreements with confidence. I bring corporate-level contract discipline to clients who need professional-grade work without attorney billing rates. What I can help you with: • Drafting a wide range of contracts, including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, client service agreements, licensing agreements, and many other contracts • Contract review, redlining, and risk identification • Paralegal overflow support for solo attorneys and small firms • Contract templates, checklists, and document packages for ongoing business needs • Ongoing contract administration support (retainer available) Background: My experience spans the life sciences at Biocom California; post-closing M&A transaction support at Fortis Advisors; a decade of drafting, reviewing, and managing commercial agreements for transactional contracts at The UPS Store; and earlier roles in manufacturing, collectibles licensing, and commercial litigation. I hold a Paralegal Certificate from Southwest College and am California-compliant. I have worked directly alongside attorneys, business leaders, and cross-functional teams across complex commercial environments, drafting, redlining, negotiating, and managing contracts at every stage of the lifecycle. I am not a licensed attorney and do not provide legal advice. Services are paralegal, document review, and preparation only. Attorney consultation recommended for legal guidance specific to your situation. If you need precise, business-minded contract support from someone who has done this professionally for 20 + years, let's connect.