Ben A

Trademark Registration

EVIA LTD • Freelance

Feb 2026 - Present • 6 mos

I am a Trademark Registration Specialist with proven experience helping individuals, startups, and established businesses secure, protect, and enforce their brand identities across multiple jurisdictions. My expertise spans end-to-end trademark services from initial clearance searches to successful registration and office action responses. Professional Experience - Conduct comprehensive trademark availability searches to assess registrability and minimize risk of refusal - Prepare and file trademark applications in jurisdictions including the United States (USPTO), European Union (EUIPO), United Kingdom (UKIPO), and other international systems - Draft accurate identifications of goods and services in compliance with Nice Classification standards - Respond to Office Actions, including refusals under likelihood of confusion (Section 2(d)), descriptiveness, and procedural issues - Advise clients on trademark strategy, including brand protection, class selection, and filing approach (national vs. Madrid Protocol) - Manage the full lifecycle of trademark applications from filing through registration - Assist with trademark monitoring and enforcement strategies KEY ACHIEVEMENTS - Successfully filed and managed trademark applications across multiple jurisdictions - Helped startups secure brand protection, enabling them to scale confidently into international markets - Reduced client rejection risks by conducting detailed pre-filing clearance searches and strategic class selection - Assisted eCommerce and Amazon sellers in protecting brand names, logos, and product lines - Delivered fast turnaround times while maintaining high accuracy and compliance with trademark office standards

Tax Consulting

Individual - Katie D • Freelance

Feb 2026 - Mar 2026 • 1 mo

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE I am a German Tax Consultant specializing in supporting freelancers, startups, and international clients navigating the German tax system. I help clients confidently manage their tax obligations from initial registration to ongoing compliance while ensuring clarity, accuracy, and full compliance with German tax laws. I particularly work with expats and cross-border businesses who require structured guidance in English. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE German Tax Consultant 1. Assist individuals and businesses with tax registration in Germany, including tax number (Steuernummer) applications. 2. Prepare and file income tax returns (Einkommensteuer) for freelancers, employees, sole proprietorship and mixed-income cases 3. Handle VAT (Umsatzsteuer) compliance, including monthly/quarterly VAT returns and EU cross-border rules 4. Advise freelancers and online business owners on tax obligations when serving international clients (e.g., UK, EU, non-EU) 5. Support clients in resolving issues with the German tax office, including delays, missing tax numbers, and correspondence handling 6. Review and organize financial records (income, expenses, invoices) to ensure accurate reporting and deductions 7. Provide guidance on double taxation agreements (DTAs) and clarify where taxes should be paid in cross-border scenarios 8. Assist with ELSTER registration and submissions KEY ACHIEVEMENTS - Successfully supported 20+ freelancers and expats in registering and becoming tax-compliant in Germany - Helped international clients avoid double taxation by applying relevant tax treaties and structuring their filings correctly - Resolved complex cases involving cross-border income (UK, EU, and non-EU clients) - Assisted clients in obtaining delayed Steuernummer and restoring communication with Finanzamt - Improved client tax efficiency by identifying deductions and allowable business expenses. I'm always available anytime. Thanks