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Sarim A. Abbasi

Mumbai

Summary

Legal Consultant and Contract Attorney with 4+ years of experience in contract drafting, reviewing, and ensuring corporate compliance for international clients. Achieved 100% client satisfaction on Upwork, collaborating with over 20 long-term clients. Proficient in legal contracts, commercial negotiations, business mergers and acquisitions, and case management across multiple jurisdictions including the USA, UK, HK, India, and Pakistan.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contract Attorney & Legal Consultant

Upwork
Remote
02.2023 - Current

Collaborated with clients to gather information and clarify legal requirements. Reviewed and analyzed discovery materials in preparation for court proceedings. Drafted legal documents for contract negotiations and agreements. Managed case files to ensure organized records for easy access. Reviewed contracts for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Advised clients on legal risks associated with contracts.

Structured contracts according to applicable laws to minimize legal exposure.

Legal Manager

HVLS Enterprises Limited
Remote
04.2024 - 08.2025

Provide end-to-end legal support in complex landlord-tenant, unlawful eviction, property, defamation, and other disputes under UK law. Draft court documents, applications, and legal pleadings for county courts and the High Court. Prepare comprehensive statements, evidence bundles, and supporting documentation. Coordinate with legal departments, clients, and third parties to streamline case progress. Conduct negotiations and settlement discussions to achieve favorable outcomes for the company. Draft, review, and vet contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence. Manage cases from initiation through resolution, ensuring compliance with court procedures.

Litigation Legal Assistant

Carson Shell LLC
Remote
02.2024 - 03.2025

Drafted legal documents and correspondence for ongoing litigation in US County Courts. Conducted legal research to develop effective case strategies and support arguments.
Organized case files and managed document systems for streamlined access. Coordinated court filings, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines. Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by gathering pertinent evidence and materials. Managed landlord and tenant disputes, focusing on contract drafting and case management.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legal procedures and requirements within the county courts.

Associate Legal Counsel

Virtual Attorneys
Remote
06.2021 - 05.2024

Drafted contracts and agreements for diverse clients to meet legal requirements. Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and client inquiries.
Reviewed and analyzed legal agreements, ensuring compliance with regulations. Provided legal advice on operational issues impacting client businesses. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to effectively resolve legal disputes. Managed case files, maintaining accurate records and documentation processes. Developed comprehensive legal documents to facilitate client needs.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of Manchester
UK
01-2021

Skills

  • Contract drafting
  • Legal research
  • Litigation support
  • Case management
  • Risk analysis
  • Document preparation
  • Negotiation
  • Merging and acquiring
  • Legal compliance
  • Document review
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Regulatory compliance

Certification

Certified paralegal (CP)

Provider: The National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA), the Paralegal Association

Issued: August 2023, expires: August 2027

Timeline

Legal Manager

HVLS Enterprises Limited
04.2024 - 08.2025

Litigation Legal Assistant

Carson Shell LLC
02.2024 - 03.2025

Contract Attorney & Legal Consultant

Upwork
02.2023 - Current

Associate Legal Counsel

Virtual Attorneys
06.2021 - 05.2024

J.D. - Law

University of Manchester
Sarim A. Abbasi