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Baghirzade Aynur

1.43

Lawyer

USA / San Diego

Cost

150 $/hour

1.43

Information

About the consultant

With over 20 years of experience in Business and Commercial Law, I have advised global clients across sectors, from consulting for major firms like Booz Allen Hamilton to defending intellectual property for brands such as Procter & Gamble. My international legal practice includes extensive collaboration with organizations like the EBRD, EU, World Bank, and IFC, providing strategic legal insight in complex, high-stakes environments.

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Rewards and recognition:

Member of the State Bar of California
Award for Excellence in Anti-Counterfeiting (Brand Protection) Recognized by Procter & Gamble as the best attorney for outstanding work in anti-counterfeiting and brand protection efforts.
Edmund S. Muskie Graduate Fellowship alumna, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State
UN Diploma in Refugee Rights Awarded upon completion of a full course on refugee rights sponsored by the United Nations.

Education:

Baku State University, Law Department, Baku, Azerbaijan J.D. equivalent, July 1998 Graduated with Honors Degree evaluated and accepted as equivalent to a J.D. in the State of California
University of Connecticut School of Law, Hartford, USA LL.M. in U.S. Legal Studies, May 2007 Additional Certificate in Intellectual Property Law

Experience

ACCURA LAW FIRM Attorney | August 2020 – Present Represent clients in removal and deportation proceedings, draft motions, legal memos, and applications, and appear in bond hearings. Handle parole requests, green card renewals, and asylum filings. Advocate before USCIS for immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, including EB1, EB2, EB3, E2, and VAWA. Provide comprehensive legal support across a broad range of immigration matters.
LEX GLOBAL Managing Partner & Consultant | April 2015 – May 2021 Oversaw firm operations and legal team management. Conducted due diligence, reviewed and drafted commercial contracts, and represented business clients in court, including in matters related to environmental law. Formed legal entities (LLCs, partnerships, corporations), issued legal opinions, and provided strategic consultation on a wide range of business law matters.
UNION GRAND ENERGY (SOCAR) Legal Counsel | December 2011 – March 2015 Handled complex legal matters related to oil production and transportation. Drafted and revised international contracts, advised on INCOTERMS, and supported the Procurement Department. Minimized legal and business risks, reviewed tender and internal documents for legal compliance, and provided legal guidance on procurement, insurance, and trade of oil products. Also contributed to company standards, drafted legal opinions on renewable energy, and supported regulatory and contractual processes.
COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION / MINISTRY OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Legal Expert | March 2008 – December 2008 Provided legal expertise on harmonizing national legislation with EU law. Contributed to drafting key laws and amendments, including in IP and Competition Law. Delivered comparative legal analysis between Azerbaijani and EU legal frameworks, advised on reforms, and engaged with government authorities.
PROCTER & GAMBLE EASTERN EUROPE INC Legal Counsel | April 2002 – October 2003 Led a successful legal campaign to protect the company’s intellectual property rights. Drafted legal opinions on VAT, anti-counterfeiting legislation, and related matters. Resolved key issues related to IP and tax withholding, represented the company before local and international authorities, and negotiated legislative improvements with government officials and international bodies (including the EU and EC).
MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS Inspector | July 1995 – April 2000 Handled passport and visa registration, assisted investigations by locating suspects through the ministry’s address database, and issued crime notifications on their behalf, along with other related duties.