Ernest Alexander Shahrestani

Ernest Alexander Shahrestani

also known as Alex Shahrestani

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 7 years

Business Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Business, Internet, Privacy, Intellectual Property

2028 E Ben White Blvd, 240-7210, Austin, TX

About Ernest

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 30%

Incorporation, B2B contracts, employment contracts, copyright, trademark, internet law, terms of service, privacy policies, compliance, funding, licensing, government contracts, founders' agreements, and board services. Same services for nonprofits.

7 years

30%
Internet 30%

Well-versed in Internet law, generally.

30%
Intellectual Property 20%

Trademark and Copyrights

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-400 per hour

Contingency

5%-10%

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 7 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2018

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Promise Legal ATX

2028 E Ben White Blvd, 240-7210, Austin, TX, 78741

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Ernest Alexander Shahrestani's Reviews

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Posted by Myzar | February 5, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Austin Attorney

During the time that I've know Alex, he's demonstrated an unmatched passion for the intersection of Law, Policy, and Technology. Having had the pleasure of working with Alex on several projects, I've seen firsthand how that passion translates into actions that deliver results. Alex's understanding of... the field allows him to create an action plan that creates the best outcome for all the parties involved.

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Ernest Alexander Shahrestani's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tychanika Kimbrough

Business lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the pleasure of volunteering with this attorney and I seen him in action providing quality advice to individuals seeking business assistance. I highly endorse this lawyer. He has a superb work ethic and goes above and beyond to serve clients."

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Maggie Shahrestani

Business lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alex has a way of finding his way through any patch of weeds. He’s thorough, conscientious, and very in touch with the client’s needs. Alex places a high priority on communication with his clients, and keeps his eye on the future when developing solutions for them."

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Kyle Robbins

Business lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is a top notch attorney who comes up with creative solutions for his clients. I'd recommend him to anyone!"

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Alexandra Gullett

Business lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex bridges the gap between law, business, and technology. Alex will put his legal knowledge and enthusiasm for entrepreneurs at your disposal to find the ideal legal solutions for your business. I highly recommend Alex for your business and technology law needs."

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LaKayla Fridie

Business lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is the attorney you should call for any business matter. He is an excellent, smart attorney that cares about the best interest of his clients. He works hard and long hours to get the best possible outcome. He is highly respected by other attorneys and regarded as a thought leader in his field. I endorse this lawyer."

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Anitha Kumpati

Business lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex means knowledge. Alex is very passionate about Technology & related legal issues. One of his strengths is, he maintains his serenity in any kind of complicated situation. He is kind and highly knowledgeable. He is one among the very few lawyers who can boldly take up any kind of case related to Internet law, Entertainment law, Computer fraud, Copyright, Trademark, Privacy violations etc. Doesn’t matter if it is an initial simple business/website setup issue or issues related to government contracts, employment contracts or board services, Alex is the one I would go to. I endorse Alex."

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Mitchell Yager

Internet lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is a very knowledgeable attorney. He is very familiar with internet law and has impressed me with his dedication and concern for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Alex to my friends and family!"

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Carl Guthrie

Business lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is a bright, dedicated, creative thinker. His grasp on the intersection between law and technology is truly impressive and I've seen him spin that know-how into many projects that are serving his community and the legal industry. This is exactly the kind of thinking that will help our profession progress."

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Kannon Moore

Intellectual property lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ambitious, talented, and genuinely interested in others. I often hear it said that you can measure one's success by the amount of value they impart on those around them. If that's true then "Alex" will soon be a synonym for success. Since Alex and I have known one another he has exceeded standard expectations of professional decorum to let me know that he cares and is invested in my success. That's a luxury that doesn't come around often. What's more, Alex has a true passion for tech and all things startup--he totally nerds out on that stuff. All and all, suffice it to say that Alex is my go-to referral for business/tech/startup attorneys."

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Adam Loewy

Intellectual property lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Alex for several years and seen his stellar legal work up close. He cares deeply about his clients and has a unique ability to see around corners for them, anticipating problems. He is also a very hard worker. I highly recommend him."

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Janel Venzant

Internet lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Alex for several years now, and I've never met someone so dedicated to a vision and able to execute so thoroughly on it. His passion for technology law predates his legal career, but he will still rattle off facts with as much enthusiasm as when I first met him. He straddles a line between technology and law that allows him to talk law to tech people, in tech terms, yet talk tech to lawyers without losing them in the details. Whenever a legal issue arises involving tech, Alex should be at the top of everyone's list."

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Tychanika Kimbrough

General practice lawyer

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Maggie Shahrestani

Estate planning lawyer

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Kyle Robbins

Estate planning lawyer

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Kannon Moore

Criminal defense lawyer

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Carl Guthrie

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mitchell Yager

Probate lawyer

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Anitha Kumpati

Immigration lawyer

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LaKayla Fridie

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Admission to the Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas, State Bar of Texas

2019

Torch of Justice, Texas Opportunity and Justice Incubator

2018

Pro Bono Beacon, Richard and Ginni Mithoff Pro Bono Program

2018

Investment Competition Finalist, Jon Brumley Texas Venture Labs

2018

E. Craig Nemec Elevator Challenge Award, Jon Brumley Texas Venture Labs

2017

Pro Bono Beacon, Richard and Ginni Mithoff Pro Bono Program

2017

Second Place Cyber 9/12 Strategy Challenge, The Atlantic Council

2017

Investment Competition Semi-Finalist, Jon Brumley Texas Venture Labs

2017

E. Craig Nemec Elevator Challenge Award, Jon Brumley Texas Venture Labs

2017

Dean’s Achievement Award, University of Texas School of Law

2017

Commendation, Texas Senate

2016

Pro Bono Beacon, Richard and Ginni Mithoff Pro Bono Program

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Principal, Shahrestani Law

2017 - Present

Founder, Lawtomation

2016 - Present

Vice President, EFF-Austin

2015 - Present

Founder, Journal of Law and Technology at Texas

2017 - 2018

President, Texas Law Fellowships

2017 - 2018

Legislative Research Fellow, Senator Royce West

2017 - 2017

Legal Fellow, Wikimedia Foundation

2016 - 2016

Legal Intern, SXSW

Associations

2019 - Present

Texas Opportunity and Justice Incubator

Member

2019 - Present

Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts

Volunteer Attorney

2019 - Present

Texas Opportunity and Justice Incubator, Professional Development Committee

Chair

2019 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section

Leadership Council

2018 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section

Member

2018 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2018 - 2019

American Inns of Court

Associate Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Body Camera and Public Policy Negotiations with APD

Positive outcome, with most benefit to the privacy issues.

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Education

2018

University of Texas School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

N/A

University of California - Irvine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Orange Coast College

AA Philosophy/AS Computer Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Using Technology to Bridge the Justice Gap Technology and the Justice Gap

2019

Tech Companies Tackle "Justice Gap" Technology and the Justice Gap

2018

Unwarranted Surveillance FISA

2018

SXSW Interactive Legal Automation

2018

Protesting Pai with Wifi Net Neutrality

2018

Longhorn Startup Demo Day Demo Day

2018

KUT No-Sit, No-Lie

Due Process

2018

Excellence in Public Interest Awards Public Interest/Pro Bono

2018

EFF-Austin and the Texas Legislature Technology Law

2018

Blockchain Basics: Legal Implications and Business Viability Blockchain

2018

A Conversation with Judge Alan Albright Patent Law Court Procedure

2017

Workshop: Digital Security in the Practice of Law Cybersecurity for Lawyers

2017

Todd and Don Show, KLBJ Radio

Self-Driving Cars and the Law

2017

The Supreme Court and Constitutional Errors

Constitutional Law

2017

2017

Privacy Rights in the Classroom

Privacy Rights

2017

P3M5: Privacy in 5 Minute Plays Privacy

2017

Immigration Laws

Immigration

2017

Fake News and Social Media Social Media

2017

Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying

Publications

2020

Circuits (State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section Quarterly) Automate My Practice (Art. 2)

2019

Lawgarithms Athlete Entrepreneurs

2019

2019

2019

Circuits (State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section Quarterly) Automate My Practice

2019

Circuits (State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section Quarterly) Ghosts in the Machine: Algorithmic Bias and the Courts

2019

The Computer & Internet Lawyer Ghosts in the Machine: Algorithmic Bias and the Courts

2018

The Journal of Law and Technology at Texas The Journal of Law and Technology at Texas

2016

The Texas Bench Book 2016 The Texas Bench Book 2016

2015

Texas Review of Entertainment and Sports Law Volume 17 Issue 1

Languages

English

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