Umar Farooq
CounselX │Trusted legal partner for founders, owners, operators, and teams
New York
NY, DC
"Quick turnaround time, gave me a better solution than what I originally asked for!"
About
Whether you're launching, growing, hiring, or negotiating a major deal, I provide strategic legal guidance that’s clear, grounded, and tailored to your needs.
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Client Reviews
"Umar did everything that I expected and hoped for in a timely fashion. He educated me on a few things and did more than I was even hoping for."
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"Provided exceptional feedback and advice. Professional, courteous and timely."
"Quick turnaround time, gave me a better solution than what I originally asked for!"
"Umar was exceptionally prompt and knowledgeable when responding to my posting, and he handled my needs in a timely manner. His advice and work has been an asset to my business and has already shown tangible results in protecting my interests."
"It was great working with Umar"
Work History
CounselX
Startup Legal Counsel
Aug 2012 - Present
Subscription-Based Legal Services for Startups.
Al Rayan Investment
Head of Legal
Apr 2011 - Aug 2012
Developed and implemented legal strategy for the investment bank. Provided deal support to asset management and financial advisory teams. Implemented various corporate development initiatives, including the successful acquisition of Islamic Bank of Britain (IBB) by Masraf Al Rayan. Developed LMA-conformed Islamic Finance documentation for Masraf Al Rayan’s consumer and SME lending.
Dentons
Associate
Feb 2008 - Mar 2011
Provided corporate and commercial law advice to various US and international clients as part of Dentons international corporate and commercial law practice group.