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Matt S.

Expert Top Rated Plus Attorney | Business & Corporate Law | Contracts

Hello, I’m Matt, a licensed (SRA-regulated) solicitor in England and Wales, and also dual-qualified as an international attorney. I'm Upwork’s trusted attorney for contracts, corporate law, and cross-border commercial legal support. I also lead a vetted global agency of licensed attorneys across the UK, US, Canada, and the EU, enabling us to provide seamless, high-quality legal services for clients with international footprints. My aim is simple: to give clients the same calibre of legal advice, drafting and commercial support they would expect from a leading law firm, but with greater flexibility, direct access to the lawyer doing the work, and at a fraction of traditional law firm rates. With 10+ years of experience and Top Rated Plus status on Upwork, I help founders, startups, scale-ups, and enterprise clients navigate complex legal matters with clarity and confidence. My approach is responsive, commercially minded, and always tailored to your specific business needs. As one of the most experienced, hardest-working, and client-focused attorneys on Upwork, I am consistently 5-star rated and trusted by clients across industries, with a strong track record of success built over several years on the platform. ⭐️ Client Testimonials ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Working with Matt was a game-changer for our startup. His grasp of commercial and tech law is razor-sharp. He understood our complex SaaS licensing needs immediately and delivered airtight contracts that protected us from day one. Beyond just legal knowledge, Matt brings strategy, clarity, and absolute professionalism to every interaction. He's our go-to legal mind moving forward.” - Liam T. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Matt’s intelligence is matched only by his responsiveness and attention to detail. We were navigating a sensitive cross-border IP issue, and Matt not only identified the risks we hadn’t seen but also proposed practical, enforceable solutions. His ability to distil complex legalese into plain English was invaluable. I trust his judgment completely.” - Angela R. Why Clients Trust Me: ✅ Dual-qualified solicitor with deep UK and US legal knowledge and global reach ✅ 600+ successful legal projects completed on Upwork, and counting ✅ Lead of an international attorney team (UK, US, Canada, EU) ✅ 100% Job Success Score and consistent 5-star reviews ✅ Trusted by startups, tech companies, consultants, SaaS providers, and founders ✅ Fast, reliable, and jargon-free communication Legal Services Offered 1. Contract Development & Negotiation SaaS Agreements Software Licensing Service Agreements Independent Contractor Agreements NDAs & Non-Competes Terms of Service & Privacy Policies 2. Business Formation & Structuring UK & US Company Formation LLC, LLP & Limited Company Structuring Legal Opinions Shareholder Agreements Operating Agreements Corporate Governance & Compliance 3. Intellectual Property Protection IP Protection & Strategy Trademark & Copyright Registration IP Assignment Agreements Licensing Frameworks 4. Tech-Specific Legal Solutions Gen AI and Machine Learning Contracts Smart Contracts Blockchain & Web3 Legal Advisory Data Processing Agreements EULAs 5. Privacy & Compliance GDPR, CCPA & Global Data Law Cookie Policies Regulatory Disclosure 6. Corporate Law & Transactions Mergers & Acquisitions (UK/US) Corporate Restructuring Joint Ventures & Partnerships Stock Purchase & Investment Agreements 7. Dispute Resolution & Legal Risk Management Demand Letters Pre-Litigation Strategy Litigation Settlement Agreements Commercial Dispute Advisory My Promise: I don’t just deliver documents. I help you think strategically about your legal risks and opportunities. Whether you’re building a new venture, protecting valuable IP, managing partners or investors, or scaling internationally, I offer clear, effective legal guidance grounded in your commercial goals. I understand that legal services are an investment which is why I keep my pricing competitive and my communication clear and efficient. Ready to Work Together? If you’re looking for a legal partner who is experienced, highly rated, and truly cares about your business, message me today. I’m happy to consult on your immediate needs or explore how I can support your company short or long-term. I'll be happy to have you join my over 600 extremely well satisfied Upwork clients (and counting)! 🔗 Keywords: UK Solicitor, Licensed Attorney, Upwork contracts lawyer, business legal support, GDPR legal consulting, SaaS contracts, startup lawyer, terms & conditions, cross-border compliance, US-UK contract lawyer, LLC & company formation, NDAs, demand letters, court representation, data privacy, international legal strategy, IP protection, legal documents review, commercial contract disputes, shareholder agreements, privacy policy, EULA, software licensing lawyer, commercial terms drafting.

🇬🇧London, United Kingdom$70/hr100% JSS4.97 (286)Since May 2022

Earnings and projects

MRR
$5.2k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#5,099 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#144 / 10.7k
Revenue, last 30 days
$3.5k

Last 6 months: $31k

World#9,714 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#227 / 10.7k
Total earnings
$388k

Billed in all: $408k

World#4,720 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#98 / 10.7k
Per project
$595

$552 in the last 6 months

World#166,915 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#4,361 / 10.7k
Projects, last 6 months
56

Across 57 contracts

70% fixed30% hourly
World#759 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#13 / 10.7k
Projects in all
652

Across 672 contracts

70% fixed30% hourly
World#967 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#24 / 10.7k

Earnings, last 30 days

$408k+$3.5k earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$404k$406k$408kOct 9Oct 24Nov 8

Skill rankings: Top 0.72% in Legal Assistance

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #4Business Services374 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 1%
  2. #5Partnership Agreement232 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #2Top 2%
  3. #5Privacy Policy181 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 3%
  4. #7Contract Management593 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 1%
  5. #7Terms & Conditions253 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #2Top 3%
  6. #8Non-Disclosure Agreement295 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #3Top 3%
  7. #11Employment Law403 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #2Top 3%
  8. #14Legal Assistance1,935 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 0.72%