In addition to providing general corporate advice, our lawyers are experienced in the complex analysis required at the intersection of emerging technology and securities regulation. A central part of our practice is providing clear, strategic advice on the application of the Corporations Act to new and innovative financial products, including crypto-assets, tokens, and other digital schemes.

Our Expertise in Crypto & Securities Law

• Financial Product Analysis: Our lawyers have extensive experience in dealing with the complicated financial and legal issues that determine whether a digital asset is likely to be considered a security, a derivative, or part of a managed investment scheme.
• AFSL & Licensing Guidance: We provide valuable counsel on the requirements for obtaining and maintaining an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL), and can advise on structuring your project or operations to ensure full compliance with Australian law.
• Capital Markets & Fundraising: Our team has well-established experience with sophisticated public and private financing instruments of all types, allowing us to provide strategic advice on capital raising activities for crypto and blockchain projects, from private funding rounds to public offerings.