Barirah Shaikh

Legal Professional

Legal Services • Self-employed

Sep 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 11 mos

US Corporate Compliance Pre-Incorporation Advisory Structuring which involves Entity Selection (C-Corp vs LLC vs S-Corp) State Selection, advising Indian clients expanding to the US, Cost-Benefit Analysis Name Search and Reservation which invloves name availability searches on SOS websites Reservation filings, Basic USPTO trademark searches, Domain availability checks. Registered Agent Coordination which involves Researching and shortlisting RA providers, comparing pricing, onboarding the client, managing the RA relationship on client's behalf. Incorporation Filing which involves preparing and filing the Certificate of Incorporation with Delaware SOS, coordinating expedited service, delivering stamped Certificate. Post-Incorporation Documentation which involves drafting Bylaws, Board Resolutions, Founder Stock Purchase Agreements, Shareholder Consents, and setting up the Corporate Records Book EIN Application which involves preparing Form SS-4, filing via fax with the IRS, follow-up and tracking, delivering the CP 575 letter to the client Also independently managing a diverse legal practice in India spanning criminal, civil, and arbitration matters, and strategic counselling to clients. Drafting and finalizing legal notices, settlement agreements, pleadings, and applications tailored to each client's specific legal and commercial objectives. Providing legal consultancy across multiple practice areas, advising clients on litigation strategy, risk exposure, and dispute resolution options. Conducting in-depth legal research and analysis to build robust case strategies grounded in current statutes, precedents, and judicial trends. Building and maintaining direct client relationships, offering personalized guidance and transparent communication throughout the lifecycle of each matter.