Umar Farooq
Big-firm experience. Personal approach. Practical solutions.
New York
NY, DC
School
"Quick turnaround time, gave me a better solution than what I originally asked for!"
About
Whether it’s helping to get your business off the ground or handling tough negotiations in a pivotal transaction, I’m available to provide insightful legal counsel and trustworthy guidance.
To learn if I’m the right fit, schedule a free 15-minute introductory call with me.
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Client Reviews
"Umar was fantastic to work with, very competent exceptionally professional. "
Posted on Oct 18, 2017
"Umar was excellent. I would use him again and recommend him to anyone interested in working with a competent and professional attorney."
Posted on Sep 19, 2017
"Umar is knowledgeable and replies quickly. I'll certainly use him again in the near future."
Posted on Sep 19, 2017
"Initially delayed but responded with clear solution."
Posted on Sep 17, 2017
"Umar is very knowledgeable about startup law and incorporation structures. More importantly, he's wicked fast."
Posted on Aug 30, 2017
"Umar seemed very knowledgeable was responsive. Would definitely hire again for more work in future."
Posted on Aug 25, 2017
Work History
Umar Farooq Esq. P.C.
Business Lawyer
Aug 2012 - Present
Advising domestic and international clients on a wide range of corporate, commercial and intellectual property law matters. Assisting several entrepreneurs launch and grow startups. Successfully negotiating and resolving multiple commercial disputes.
Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP
Of Counsel
Aug 2015 - Sep 2016
Represented clients in a wide range of corporate and commercial law matters including business and start-up formation and financing; joint ventures, international expansion/foreign investment, international acquisitions, business and personal property purchase and financing (e.g. aircraft), investment funds formation and private placement of securities and other financial products.
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.