Introduction

Reimagine your career: Beyond traditional law jobs and local legal practice!

This is 2024. The year of re-imagination.

REIMAGINE is the new mantra. Because old ways of thinking and working aren't working any more. 

The world has seen the pandemic and has learnt to live with it. People as well as businesses have adapted to it quickly. 

In the aftermath of it all, people aren't too excited about going back to the office. They want to work remotely from their home, in the kitchen, in the garden, or at the beach. In fact, virtually from anywhere! Business leaders too, have seen the advantage of hiring people for gig work and projects. It saves them money, speeds up work, and gets them talent from all over the world.

The good news is:

A big opportunity awaits Indian law students, lawyers and legal professionals. You can work as a paralegal, supporting US corporate lawyers.

See, US law firms, Silicon Valley startups and corporate houses are gung-ho about remote legal assistance available to them from all over the world. This gives you an opportunity to work for them, sitting in India, or vacationing in Europe or Africa or wherever! 

Do you realise what this means? No need to hustle into a crowd of black coats, no push, no chase. Why do all that when you can have clean, respectful corporate legal work and the opportunity to earn in pure dollars?

Before we get into the details, how can you take advantage of these new trends? Let's take a look at hard facts and prove that these remote work opportunities are indeed what they seem to be.

• In the US, currently there are about 57.3 million freelancers.  By 2027, the numbers will increase to 86.5 million! (Upwork)
• 40% of executives worldwide believe that the percentage of freelance workers will increase over the next five years. 50% believe that corporations will start working and integrating with gig platforms in a significant way. (BCG Henderson)
• 62% of executives believe that an external workforce helps them improve the financial performance of their company. (SAP Fieldglass)

The common perception is that these kinds of remote jobs are only for IT services. But, there is more to it. All industries are lapping up remote workforce.

Medical documentation is an area where online jobs are booming. At the same time, good content writers are earning so well   If you have what it takes, you could cash in significantly across the globe!

As you are reading this, thousands of individuals are already making US contracts and agreements, researching for law firms and earning high value foreign currency. That too, sitting in their countries-India, Africa, other developing nations, enjoying the comforts of home-cooked food, celebrating local festivals, attending to their parents and kins.

Let us assure you, this is not just a temporary, pandemic created situation.

The remote work trend began much earlier.  Numbers suggest the trend is in full swing since 2012. The pandemic has given it a speed boost and accelerated it to levels unimaginable earlier.

The truth is-

Remote freelance work is just the beginning!

Lawyers and law thinkers are envisioning a system where technology, artificial intelligence and data analysis will make justice accessible and affordable to everyone.

The online legal services are just setting up the scene for the exciting future ahead. Legal thought leaders like Richard Susskind, OBE, the world's most-cited author on the future of legal services, professes- 

a future of justice where online courts will be a reality soon. 

It is pretty evident that these trends favour remote work. Law students and professionals in India and Africa are losing no time in getting onboard. Those who start early will get a bigger slice out of this pie of opportunity. 

A Case In Point:

In India, the entire legal industry is worth less than $2 billion annually. The legal industry size in South Africa is a little over $2.14 billion.  

Comparatively, the US legal industry is worth $319.7 billion! The US patent and trademark industry alone is $18 billion. Basically, opportunities are much bigger if you can get into this market now.

As per the estimates, the online legal service industry will grow more than 8% every year till 2027.

If you can't see the writing on the wall, here's what it implies- 

A huge amount of remote legal work is waiting for Indian and African law students, legal experts and professionals!

We have helped many young lawyers successfully secure US work in domains such as IP, technology and contracts since November 2020.

Now it is time for the corporate law domain.

Here's what we think. We see a huge demand and supply gap here.

When people think about a lawyer, what comes to their mind is a litigation lawyer. The courtrooms.

But, how many corporate lawyers do you know? 

Especially if you are in a small town in a developing country, it's difficult to imagine corporate lawyers around you.

Corporate lawyers rarely barge into a courtroom. They are found in the boardrooms of big companies, protect the legal rights of their employers and make sure corporate governance is ensured in those companies. They create and negotiate multi-billion dollar corporate contracts, finalise deals, mergers and acquisitions, as well as joint ventures. 

These deals must be documented with unfaltering precision. They must be checked and rechecked. A small turn of phrase can have high value implications. 

They need continuous assistance. That's what paralegals do. Couldn’t that be you?

On the other hand, many corporate lawyers work shoulder to shoulder with Silicon Valley founders. These young rising entrepreneurs need to safeguard their own interests;when they deal with top corporations and do technology transfers or make presentations for VC funds, protecting their intellectual property is a top priority. They might be street smart and assertive in their own work, but legal documentation demands legal experts who understand the nitty-gritty of it. A silly mistake can cost them an IPR or a larger amount of equity.

Startups also need corporate lawyers for all kinds of transactional deals, contracts and agreements: incorporation of a company, company structuring, allocation of stocks to co-founders, due diligence before hiring of a senior team member or co-founder.  

Additionally, environmental compliance is getting stricter by the day in the US, corporations and startups must update their policies on a regular basis. Or else, fines are steep.

We can go on and on about this because the role of corporate lawyers is all pervasive. From making deals with other business entities to putting a privacy policy on a website or fixing terms of usage of an app, everything needs legal assistance.

But for a large number of US companies and startups, expensive corporate law firms and lawyers are out of reach. That's why they are turning to corporate lawyers and paralegals from India, Africa and other developing countries.

It's your opportunity. There aren't many corporate law brains around,confirm for yourself.

You can kickstart your career in this domain and start dominating it with good results,while others don't even have an inkling of it.

Now let's tackle the real questions that might be lurking in your mind-

Corporate legal work is serious work. Why would Silicon Valley startups and legal firms outsource it to you?

Because, they are smart people. 

They want top-notch professional expertise at a low cost.

The US legal experts and Silicon Valley founders have already seen good value in the online assistance that they have received from developing nations. After IP, technology and contract work they are ready to offer bigger responsibilities to capable candidates from these parts of the world.

There is more to it, the US is the most expensive legal market. When they hire a competent US based paralegal, he or she might charge as much as a law firm partner in your country.

Hiring corporate lawyers from Asia and Africa as paralegals is a game changer for US law firms. It gives them a competitive cost advantage. 

At the same time, the high conversion ratio of dollars to your local currency is an advantage you cannot overlook. This ratio helps US law firms and corporations get the best legal brains from around the world, for fewer dollars and they also get speed.  When they sleep, their work keeps on happening in another part of the world. 

All this happens, while you still earn more in your own currency. 

The Domino Effect!

When one US corporate law firm hires online legal freelancers from developing countries, others too, follow suit. Otherwise, they can't match the cost and the pace of work.

By now, enough US firms have adopted this practice to make it the norm pretty soon.  The new normal, as they call it!

Now let's tackle the second, more relevant question -

Can you, with your present level of knowledge, skills and connections, get involved in this huge, remote corporate law work?

We don't want to make you any false promises. It surely needs preparation to be ready for the US legal market. They want only the best.

If you don’t have it right now, do you even stand a chance?

If this question bothers you, you might be at a disadvantage. 

But on the brighter side, students with nil or very little work-experience have learnt with us and made money on US assignments.  

If they can, you can too. 

Whether you are a student, a corporate lawyer or a practising litigation lawyer, the opportunity is open to all. 

If you are ready to put in the effort to update your knowledge, to prepare for the skills needed for the US corporate law assignments, you can surely join this new breed of online winners. 

We have made it easy for you!

These skills are not difficult to acquire.  The groundwork is already done for you. We have researched the US market, identified the key skills and knowledge which will enable you to kickstart a successful remote legal service career as a corporate paralegal.

Here is the success formula you should use-

Capability (Skills and knowledge) + Track record of delivery + Access to potential employers
 = Success in career

First things first, US employers are smart and savvy. They only want to work with people who have the capability to deliver assignments as per their standards. You must have the skills and knowledge required for these tasks if you land the job. 

Skills and knowledge, though, are not enough.

The potential recruiter wishes to see some evidence of you doing what you claim to be capable of. That's where your track record comes in to assure them of your capability. 

Smart freelancers publish articles, do small freelance work, take pro bono and low-paying assignments and take internships.

Everything that can get you experience and testimonials is valuable.  These initial upvotes, recommendations and references help you shine in an online market. It tells the potential recruiters that you have the experience, that you have proven yourself in the past, that they can rely on you and that you are seriously in the game.

Coming to the third and most important part of this success formula - Access and Outreach

Those employers don't know you! So, you must be seen in the right places with the right people. That is the only way for them to discover you. You can ensure this by a strong social media presence on the right platforms, becoming part of relevant communities, and networking with professionals who can suggest and recommend your name to them.

Don't worry...

Our courses are designed to ensure you do well on all 3 aspects!

We help you build capability: 

This course is designed to teach you how to perform remote US corporate law work as a paralegal.

We focus on the practical aspects of work that will be assigned to you. If you go through our course materials diligently, you will be far ahead of others.

You will be able to interact with top-notch corporate lawyers.

You will be able to deliver assignments with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

We help you establish a track record:

Our team supports you with comprehensive guidance on how to build a successful profile on global freelancing platforms. We know what employers look for, you don't have to learn that through trial and error. Rather, use your time and energy on securing and delivering work to create an initial track record.

Our experts will help you draft professional proposals which are compelling enough to secure these work opportunities.

We get you coveted work assignments!

On top of everything, we have a dedicated team to help you succeed. You will get on-demand support from our team. They will help you succeed in your freelance career,provide you with leads for projects, gigs and jobs. They even prepare you for interviews. 

To put it briefly, we will do everything but the learning for you. We are sure you can manage learning what we are offering, after how easy and accessible we make it! 

Now, don't let anything hold you back. Act for a better future now!

Summary:

With us, you can build on your current level of knowledge, skills and network, to achieve superior success. 

Working remotely for a US corporate law firm or a Silicon Valley unicorn is no more a dream. It's possible. With our help, many students achieved it, earned money, gained confidence and are creating a sustainable future for themselves.

We have already helped several young lawyers to secure US legal work in domains such as IP, technology, and contracts.

This is a golden opportunity for lawyers and law students from Asia and Africa, as the space is still relatively untapped. Competition is relatively low.

If you follow our instructions well, you can surely multiply your current income. If you are serious about success, you can earn more than a top law firm associate, or senior associate in your own country, whether it is India, Bangladesh, Kenya or Nigeria.

All this, working remotely, at your convenience and without all the hassles that legal guns in your country go through.

This is the right time to venture into the US corporate freelancing domain.

Act now, and take your career for a space ride! 

Who should take this course?

• Lawyers who want to work in top law firms or in the corporate practice of boutique law firms,
• Litigators whose practice is severely hurt by the pandemic and who want to perform corporate work on the side to survive and grow financially, and still have sufficient time to focus on litigation,
• Lawyers who want to build an independent/ freelancing corporate practice or start their own law firm which caters to offshore needs of foreign clients
• Young lawyers and law students who intend to pursue an LLM and settle abroad in the long term 
• Law students who want to secure the best corporate law firm jobs after graduation and create financial safety for themselves  
• Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries who want to provide unique and high-value services to their clients, especially related to corporate law

What will you learn from this course?

• You will learn how to perform entity incorporation, conversion, winding up, investment and joint venture contracts, general corporate contracts, ESOPs, corporate governance, record-keeping around financial transactions and mortgages, everyday compliance under corporate and securities laws, which is of high relevance for clients when they engage remote freelancers.
• The tasks covered will be pursuant to various federal securities law and various state corporate laws in the US. 
• By learning how to perform these tasks, you will learn to remotely cater to legal departments of US corporations, US tech startups and US law firms and lawyers. 
• You will also learn how to develop your outreach by creating profiles on different freelancing platforms and develop the ability to write effective proposals.

By mastering these skills, you'll position yourself to excel in the legal landscape. You'll be empowered to:

• Support US corporations, tech startups, law firms, and lawyers remotely.
• Provide expert guidance on corporate transactions, contracts, and compliance.
• Establish a strong online presence on freelancing platforms.
• Write winning proposals that attract high-value clients.

Embark on this transformative journey to become a sought-after legal professional, adept in both corporate law and the dynamic world of remote freelancing.

Training Methodology

Online 24/7 access

Access study materials via our online portal & via our anroid & iOS apps.

Hard Copy Study Material

You will receive hard copy study material delivered to your address.

Practical Exercises

Practical exercises every week, each followed by written feedback.

Live Online Classes

Live online classes based on exercises, allowing questions and feedback.

Convenient Class timings

Classes held after work hours, typically on Sundays or after 8 PM on weekdays.

Live Doubt Clearing

Live doubt clearing for support and one-on-one sessions with mentors.

What is the career potential after doing this course?

• Global Entrepreneurs: Are you an entrepreneur, whether in the US or abroad, looking to establish a business presence in the US? We're here to help you with tasks like setting up your company, changing its structure, closing it down if needed, handling day-to-day record-keeping and compliance, and more.
• Forward-Thinking US Law Firms: We cater to US corporate law firms of all sizes. If you want to enhance your competitive edge and provide more cost-effective solutions to your clients, we offer the support you need.
• Busy Corporate Legal Departments: Corporate legal departments within the US can benefit from our services. We provide remote paralegal assistance for routine corporate filings and record maintenance, helping you stay on top of essential tasks.
• Reliable Registered Agents: If you're a registered agent in the US offering incorporation and filing services, we're here to collaborate. Our expertise aligns perfectly with your standard incorporation and filing offerings, adding value to your clients.
• Trustworthy CPA Firms: CPA firms in the US seeking assistance with incorporation and filing services can rely on us. We provide the expertise you need to ensure seamless corporate compliance for your clients.

What kind of recruitment and placement support will I get?

• Unique Training Method: We're the sole organization in India offering comprehensive, exercise-based courses.
• Employer Recognition: Many leading employers, law firms, and companies actively seek our high-performing students.
• Career Opportunities: Success in our courses can lead to job placements, internships, and assessment internships in esteemed law firms, with renowned lawyers, and various companies.
• Empowering Learners: We focus on empowering learners with not just knowledge and skills, but also real-world opportunities.
• Dedicated Support Team: Our dedicated team is here to assist you with placements, internships, and freelance opportunities.
• Proven Success: Between April 2021 and June 2023, we've helped over 21,000 students secure job and internship opportunities.
• Media Recognition: Our achievements have been featured in respected media outlets like The Hindu, Business World, and India Education Diary.
• Impressive Value: Our students have secured over Rs. 2.7 Crore (USD 330,000) worth of work, with records of INR 30 LPA (USD 37,500) domestically and INR 50 LPA (USD 62,500) internationally.
• Comprehensive Support: From day one, our placement team guides you in setting goals, crafting standout CVs, enhancing interview skills, and supporting your critical first month on the job or during an internship.
• Trusted Recruiters: We've built strong collaborations with recruiters who prefer hiring our well-trained students.
• Competitive Edge: Partnering with us gives you an edge in the job market and opens doors to exciting career prospects.

Potential Employers

• Law Firms: Paralegal graduates can find opportunities in various law firms, ranging from small boutique practices to large corporate law firms. They assist attorneys in legal research, document preparation, client communication, and other essential tasks.
• Corporate Legal Departments: Many corporations have in-house legal teams that require paralegal support. Graduates can work on contract management, compliance, intellectual property, and other legal matters specific to the company's operations.
• Government Agencies: Local, state, and federal government agencies employ paralegals to assist in legal research, drafting documents, and supporting cases in administrative, criminal, and civil matters.
• Nonprofit Organizations: Nonprofits often require legal assistance for issues such as advocacy, compliance, and charitable activities. Paralegal graduates can help navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding nonprofit operations.
• Legal Aid Organizations: These organizations provide free legal services to individuals who cannot afford representation. Paralegals play a crucial role in assisting attorneys with cases related to social justice, family law, immigration, and more.
• Real Estate Firms: Paralegals in real estate firms help with property transactions, title searches, zoning issues, and other legal aspects of real estate transactions.
• Insurance Companies: Insurance companies hire paralegals to assist with claims, litigation, policy analysis, and regulatory compliance in the insurance industry.
• Banking and Financial Institutions: Paralegals can work in legal departments within banks and financial institutions, dealing with regulatory compliance, contracts, and litigation related to financial matters.
• Courts and Judicial Offices: Paralegals can find employment in court offices, assisting judges, clerks, and other legal professionals with case management, legal research, and document preparation.
• Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Firms: Paralegals can assist in resolving disputes outside of the courtroom, working in mediation and alternative dispute resolution settings.
• Compliance Departments: Many industries, such as healthcare and finance, have compliance departments that require paralegal support to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
• Estate Planning and Elder Law Practices: Paralegals can assist attorneys in drafting wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents, as well as dealing with legal issues affecting the elderly.
• Immigration Law Firms: Paralegals in immigration law firms help clients with visa applications, green card petitions, asylum cases, and other immigration-related matters.
• Criminal Defense and Prosecution Teams: Paralegals working in criminal law support defense attorneys or prosecutors in preparing cases, conducting legal research, and organizing trial materials.

What is unique about this course?

• This course aims to impart a wide range of corporate law and compliance skills to students as well as to law graduates and working professionals which would enable them to take up remote freelance work on US corporate law directly or through various freelancing websites on the internet and will instill in them the required confidence to generate global clientele over the internet. 
• We will also guide you in developing your online presence as a Corporate Law Paralegal through various freelancing platforms such as Upwork, Fiverr, People Per Hour, etc. and through social media networks such as Linked In, Facebook, etc. 
• By the end of this course, you can expect to have secured enough skills to be able to take up paralegal work assignments from small and medium sized companies in the US as well as law firms in the US looking to outsource work.
• You will also be equipped to help small entrepreneurs outside the US establish a presence in the US by incorporating entities.
• The course is tough and intensive, you will not be awarded the certificate unless you complete the required number of assignments. You will have to invest 4-5 hours per week in developing your skills, in addition to the classes on this course.
• You will have interactive classes with high-quality discussions which will be taken by the experts of this course. You can get all the doubts resolved in the classes or even outside the classes through course groups and email.
• You will get personal attention and coaching from our trainers who will be assigned to you, and have access to a dedicated course anchor who will help you with submissions or any guidance or issues you may have as you progress through the course.
• You will receive in-line feedback for the assignments you submit, which will improve your performance to a significant extent. 
• You will be trained in writing for six writing assignments during the term of the course and if these are of publishable quality, these shall be published on the iPleaders blog which sees a footfall of more than a million visitors a month.

Can I get remote freelance work after doing this course?

At LawSikho, we have two types of students: those who already possess good legal skills and those who are in the process of learning. We believe in enabling our learners to start earning from their knowledge without delay.

For students with professional-level legal skills, we offer opportunities in contract drafting, data & privacy, international business law, US immigration law, litigation support, and international IP law work.

However, we understand that acquiring professional-level skills takes time. For those who are still developing their legal skills, we provide alternative work opportunities such as writing articles, conducting research, legal transcription, data entry, law firm administration, social media management, and more. Some students even engage in tasks like voice-over work, data compilation, translation, and virtual assistance.

We have established a dedicated team that actively pitches to organizations in the US to help LawSikho students find remote work.

We have set up a US entity to bridge the trust gap between US legal professionals and an organization operating from India.

We focus on getting learners their first three clients, guiding them in crafting impressive proposals. By the time they secure these initial clients, learners become well-adjusted to the process and can independently attract more clients.

They build their CVs and profiles with real work experience and testimonials, opening doors to numerous opportunities.

Getting started is often the hardest part, but at LawSikho, we make the process frictionless. We have witnessed law students earning well over $1000 per month.

Some students have earned $500 in their first month as a side gig. We have students who, after a year, now earn $10,000 per month. While some may start with $300, they make progress by learning new skills, improving their profiles, and pitching for higher-paying work.

Between April 2021 and June 2023, we created over 21000+ opportunities for our learners, resulting in thousands of students securing freelance work. The total value of work secured amounts to over $3,30,000 (Aprox INR 2.7 Crore). Additionally, hundreds of individuals found employment, and secured internships.

Please note that these numbers represent the initial gigs facilitated directly by us or those on which we actively collaborated with the learners. Students have also secured additional work beyond our tracking.

Let me show you our students who are on their way to achieve these things.

Here is Suman Bahrunani, a CS from Kolkata, who started pursuing remote freelance work as she had to move to Dubai post her marriage, and earned USD 5000 on Upwork

A LawSikho student (CS) who got a full-time remote job 

Seema Devi R, LawSikho (August 2021), a foreign corporate secretary of Indian origin was working in Mauritius, got a remote job as an  Executive Assistant to the CEO with Switzerland-based health tech and was earning USD 3000/month (her previous job was paying her USD 1800/month)

Deepika Jaradi- A Vadodra based Company Secretary with over 6 years of experience Joined LawSikho in March 2022,
She started her freelancing journey on Upwork and worked for multiple international clients on projects like Contract Drafting, Privacy policies, Cookie policies, Terms of use, and other miscellaneous agreements.

She joined LawSikho and got one-on-one mentorship to kickstart her journey on Upwork, created a strong profile, and learned tricks and tips for applying to projects.

She got her first freelance work on Upwork in June 2022 at $5, the work was about drafting an investor agreement for a US-based client, and her latest project was about drafting FCRA and FDCPA documents for a US-based client at 600$.
She has been consistently working with multiple clients on Upwork and has successfully converted 7-8 clients into her permanent repeat clients.

She was able to generate USD 1000/ month in October and November 2022.

In December 2022 and January 2023, she made 700$ each month, as she worked for fewer hours due to her LLB exams.

Deepika has earned USD 2700 just from Upwork, and more directly.

She has worked diligently on her LawSikho course assignments and has referred to the recorded lectures when in doubt.

Other than contract drafting, she has also done Privacy policy drafting for a Kuwait-based client. LawSikho classes and recorded lectures helped her to understand the nuances of a privacy policy.

How will you clear my doubts and help me if I am struggling to understand or learn a concept?

• In our live classes, you can ask questions, share your screen, receive personal feedback, and have your doubts cleared.
• If you need more help after getting feedback on an assignment or want career advice, you can schedule a private one-on-one call. Our evaluators and mentors are here to assist you and give you advice that's tailored to your needs.

Specific learning objectives

• You will learn about the American legal system and court structure to be able to use it in guiding clients
• You will learn how to find the Corporations Code or the Corporations Laws of different states in the US
• You will learn who the different corporate sector regulators are in the US
• You will learn to distinguish between different types of business entities in the US and learn how to identify the right form of entity for a specific purpose
• You will learn which forms of entities are most commonly used in the US
• You will learn how to choose the right state to incorporate an entity in the US if you are a non-resident
• You will learn how to incorporate a US entity in the states of Delaware, California, New York, Texas and Florida
• You will learn how to convert  a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a Corporation
• You will learn how to convert one type of corporation into another
• You will learn how to change the state in which your business is operating in the US
• You will learn about which are the basic registrations required after incorporating an entity in the US and how to secure these registrations
• You will learn about the different types of officers appointed in a US entity and what their roles and responsibilities are
• You will also learn about the eligibility requirements to be appointed to these officer positions and the manner of appointment
• You will learn about the available decision making levels in a US entity 
• You will also learn how the Directors or officers of a US entity can resign and what formalities need to be completed for their resignation
• You will also learn how the Directors of a US entity can be removed and what formalities are required to be completed for their removal
• You will learn about the different types of securities commonly used by US entities and the procedure for their issuance
• You will learn about different types of share transactions such as buyback, transfers, splits etc. and the procedure for completing these transactions
• You will learn about the compliance and record keeping requirements in relation to share issuances and other transactions as well as the movements in the capital of the company
• You will learn the formalities required to be completed by an issuer of securities under the Blue Sky regime
• You will learn about the different ways in which US entities can raise debt
• You will learn about how US entities can issue debt securities
• You will also learn about how US entities can give and take inter-corporate loans
• You will learn about different types of investors and the stages in the investment process
• You will learn about the various incentives available for investment in different US states and how you can avail these incentives
• You will learn how you can support Indian entrepreneurs in executing a Delaware flip.
• You will learn about different types of merger and acquisition transactions
• You will learn about the merger process and how to support law firms and help companies with drafting an agreement of merger
• You will learn about the US Bankruptcy process and how to support law firms engaged in providing bankruptcy related services to companies
• You will learn about how US Companies can list on NYSE and NASDAQ stock exchanges
• You will learn the methods of takeover of a US entity and also how to draft documents in relation to the takeover process
• You will learn how to ensure compliance with US laws in relation to corporate governance
• You will learn about the annual compliance requirements for a US company
• You will learn about the different types of corporate litigation in a company and how you can support law firms handling such litigation cases

Money back guarantee

If you take this course, follow it diligently for a month, attend all classes and do all the exercises but still do not find value in it, or are not able to understand or follow it or not find it good for any reason, we will refund the entire course fee to you. It is a 100% money back guarantee with only one condition, you must pursue it properly for a month. If you don’t find it valuable after that, get your entire money back.

Certification

This course is recognized by the National Skill Development Corporation, a PPP under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship of the Government of India. You will receive a certificate cobranded by NSDC and Skill India on successful completion.

This is how the certificate from NSDC and Skill India will look as per the current applicable format (may change as per the approval authorities):

What kind of assignments will you get?

Here is just a glimpse of the kind of assignments you will get:

• Shalaka Renewables Limited, an Indian company engaged in renewable energy projects is looking to establish two subsidiary entities in the State of Delaware and California. The subsidiary entities will be engaged in purchasing industrial equipment. They have approached you for guidance on what are the available business forms or structures in these states and which one works better for them. 
• Sushant Sharma, an NRI, has recently incorporated an LLC in the state of Delaware. The company is in the business of developing augmented reality (AR) technology. He has now negotiated an investment transaction with Bloomingdale Ventures, for USD 3 mn. However, the investor has requested that he convert the LLC to a C-Corporation. Advise the client on what will change for him with the change in structure. Also list out the steps in the process. 
• James Figuiredo and Jose Fernandes, both Brazilian nationals, are looking to incorporate an LLC in the State of Wyoming. James is a marketing wizard while Jose is a technical genius. Both understand that their contribution to the business will be equal and therefore intend that they hold equal ownership in the entity. They want that for marketing decisions, James' decision will be final while for technical matters, Jose's decision will be final. For other matters, they are asking for your guidance as to which decisions should be unanimously taken by the Board and which ones should be allowed to be taken by any one of them as Directors. James, being the more experienced one will be the President, while Jose will be the CEO. Draft appropriate operating agreement for the LLC. 
• Sheila Quadri, a Mexican national, has incorporated an LLC in California. She now intends to set up C-Corporation in Delaware which will own the Californian LLC. However, she doesn't want to put herself as the owner of the C-Corporation, but still wants to control the decisions taken in the entity. Advise her on how this objective can be achieved and also on how the C-Corporation will acquire the LLC.
• Anand Basu and Rajeev Desai, Indian Nationals have incorporated an C-Corporation in California, where they and their wives are the shareholders. However, they have now identified that the State of Delaware is a better place for them to carry out their business. Is it possible for them to "shift" their entity from California to Delaware? What do they need to do in order to achieve this? 
• Emilia Jones, an Australian founder of a chain of educational institutions operating in Australia now wants to have a presence in the US in the State of Texas. She is looking for the institution to be established as a company without any capital. However there will be a few investors who have agreed to contribute a specific amount for the development of the institution. Based on this information, please recommend a suitable business form or structure which Emilia can adopt, for her institution in the US. Also advise the procedure to set it up.
• James Taylor, a UK based businessman has a Limited Liability Company in the State of Delaware. At the time of incorporation, James and John, his cousin, were the only two shareholders of the company. Later, John sold his stake to James and exited the company. James brought in a new investor by the name of Barry and sold 25% of his holdings to Barry. Barry is also looking to exit the company now, but is looking to retain half of his shares. James has approached you to list out all  documents which are required to be completed for these transactions. He has also informed you that:
  • No share transfer forms have been executed
  • No resolutions have been completed
  • List out the documents for James and create the missing documents.
• Zamboree! is a startup making play kits for kids. Currently, the business is being carried out in the form of a partnership. There are three founders of the business: Zack, Zachary and Zara, who are siblings. They are now looking to incorporate but they are not sure of which positions they should occupy in the incorporated entity. The intention is that there is no imbalance of power in favour of any one sibling. Make a note for them stating about the roles of different officer positions in a US LLC and a C-Corporation and the powers and responsibilities of each of them.
• Creative Mode Developers LLC (Creative), a Delaware entity, comprises a team of game developers specialised in creating various biomes for different kinds of games. Over a span of 2 short years, their business has grown significantly. They pitched their startup to Netherland Ventures Limited, a BVI based company, who have preliminarily agreed to invest in Creative. The investors however, are looking for a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) to be executed in return of the money that they will invest. The investor will be issued preferred stock of the company at an agreed price. Draft the operative clauses of the Agreement related to financing and dissolution events for this transaction.
• SYMT (Speak Your Mother Tongue) Private Limited is an Indian company training kids of NRIs to speak their mother tongue. Considering that it has a significant customer base in the US, it has now decided to set up a holding company in Delaware and raise money from wealthy NRI investors there. It is considering executing a Delaware flip by using a Delaware C-Corporation. Explain the founders when a Delaware flip can be executed and list out the steps to implement the flip. Also inform the founders about the issues that might arise while implementing this

List of skills you will learn through weekly exercises

• You will learn about the American legal system and court structure to be able to use it in guiding clients
• You will learn how to find the Corporations Code or the Corporations Laws of different states in the US
• You will learn who the different corporate sector regulators are in the US
• You will learn to distinguish between different types of business entities in the US and learn how to identify the right form of entity for a specific purpose
• You will learn which forms of entities are most commonly used in the US
• You will learn how to choose the right state to incorporate an entity in the US if you are a non-resident
• You will learn how to incorporate a US entity in the states of Delaware, California, New York, Texas and Florida
• You will learn how to convert  a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a Corporation
• You will learn how to convert one type of corporation into another
• You will learn how to change the state in which your business is operating in the US
• You will learn about which are the basic registrations required after incorporating an entity in the US and how to secure these registrations
• You will learn about the different types of officers appointed in a US entity and what their roles and responsibilities are
• You will also learn about the eligibility requirements to be appointed to these officer positions and the manner of appointment
• You will learn about the available decision making levels in a US entity 
• You will also learn how the Directors or officers of a US entity can resign and what formalities need to be completed for their resignation
• You will also learn how the Directors of a US entity can be removed and what formalities are required to be completed for their removal
• You will learn about the different types of securities commonly used by US entities and the procedure for their issuance
• You will learn about different types of share transactions such as buyback, transfers, splits etc. and the procedure for completing these transactions
• You will learn about the compliance and record keeping requirements in relation to share issuances and other transactions as well as the movements in the capital of the company
• You will learn the formalities required to be completed by an issuer of securities under the Blue Sky regime
• You will learn about the different ways in which US entities can raise debt
• You will learn about how US entities can issue debt securities
• You will also learn about how US entities can give and take inter-corporate loans
• You will learn about different types of investors and the stages in the investment process
• You will learn about the various incentives available for investment in different US states and how you can avail these incentives
• You will learn how you can support Indian entrepreneurs in executing a Delaware flip.
• You will learn about different types of merger and acquisition transactions
• You will learn about the merger process and how to support law firms and help companies with drafting an agreement of merger
• You will learn about the US Bankruptcy process and how to support law firms engaged in providing bankruptcy related services to companies
• You will learn about how US Companies can list on NYSE and NASDAQ stock exchanges
• You will learn the methods of takeover of a US entity and also how to draft documents in relation to the takeover process
• You will learn how to ensure compliance with US laws in relation to corporate governance
• You will learn about the annual compliance requirements for a US company
• You will learn about the different types of corporate litigation in a company and how you can support law firms handling such litigation cases
• List of skills you will learn through weekly exercises
• How to brief a client about the legal systems in the US and the US corporate regulators
• How to advise a client on the best structure from the available structures or forms of business
• How to advise a client on the best US state to incorporate based on the business
• How to form a Limited Liability Company in Delaware, California, New York, Texas and Florida;
• How to incorporate a Corporation in Delaware, California, New York, Texas and Florida
• How to convert from other forms of business entities to a Limited Liability Company
• How to convert from other forms of business entities to a Corporation
• How to draft Partnership Agreements for a GP, LP, LLP
• How to draft operating agreement for an LLC
• How to draft by-laws for a C-Corporation
• How to elect to become an S-Corporation
• How to close business in one state and commence operations in another state
• How to get an individual tax identification number and an employer identification number
• How to appoint directors and officers in a Limited Liability Company as well as a Corporation
• How to carry out the appropriate procedure for resignation and removal of directors and officers in a US corporation
• How to help with the implementation of different policies in a US corporation
• How to help with the contract management process i.e. review of contracts and ensuring execution and legalisation - notary and apostille
• How to work with contract management databases
• How to prepare Annual Reports / Annual Statements of Information for US entities
• How to help with the filing and record keeping work in relation to the issue of shares
• How to assist in the administration of a stock option scheme
• How to format, redline and assist with the execution of term sheets and other transaction documents such as share purchase agreements, share subscription agreements and investor rights agreements
• How to ensure compliance with Blue Sky regulations
• How to assist with other types of share transactions such as share buybacks, share splits etc.
• How to assist with completing records of borrowings and execute of debt related agreements
• How to draft board and shareholder resolutions and unanimous written consents, convening committee, board and shareholder meetings
• How to assist investors in availing investor tax credit
• How to assist with drafting a plan of merger and convening of shareholders meetings and drafting resolutions for approval of merger
• How to help non-US entities in establishing a presence in the US and guiding them on the ongoing formalities
• How to help with convening meetings of shareholders in the event of a corporation going for insolvency
• How to help a foreign law firm advising a US entity on listing procedures
• How to help with ensuring AML / FINRA compliance and insider trading related compliance
• How to help a foreign law firm advising a US entity on takeover / acquisition of shares, preparation of bear hug letters etc.
• How to help a law firm with different types of corporate litigation
• How to create your profile on various freelancing platforms and submit proposals for projects.