Tech-First Legal Counsel for the Future of Ownership
As a technology-first law firm with a dedicated blockchain and cryptocurrency practice, LexoCrypto, we empower innovators navigating the transformative world of tokenized assets. From Real-World Assets (RWAs) to decentralized protocols, we combine deep technical fluency with rigorous legal know-how to guide clients through the complexities of blockchain-based ownership, compliance, and growth.
Our Legal Services
Regulatory & Compliance
- Token Classification: Applying the Howey Test, SEC guidance, and global standards to determine utility vs. security status.
- Capital Raising Strategies: Advising on optimal pathways—Reg D, Reg S, Reg A+, Reg CF—for exempt offerings or registered securities.
- ATS Compliance: Ensuring Alternative Trading Systems meet FINRA and SEC requirements for secondary trading of tokenized assets.
- Tax Optimization: Navigating crypto-specific tax reporting (IRS Form 8949, FBAR) and entity structuring (LLCs, DAO wrappers).
Tokenization Lifecycle Support
- Documentation Drafting: Private Placement Memorandums (PPMs), SAFT/SAFE agreements, smart contract audits.
- Post-Tokenization Governance: Secondary market compliance, anti-fraud measures, and addressing money transmitter laws.
- Dispute Resolution: Enforcing IP rights, resolving smart contract breaches, and representing clients in regulatory investigations.
Sector-Specific Solutions
We can assist in tokenizing:
- Real Estate: Fractional ownership of commercial/residential properties.
- Venture Capital & Private Equity: Tokenized fund interests.
- Art & Luxury Assets: NFTs or other tokens representing ownership of fine art, yachts, or rare collectibles.
- Renewable Energy: Solar/wind project shares via blockchain for transparent ROI tracking.
- Web3 Protocols: DAO formation, DeFi platform compliance, and dApp licensing.
Key Token Types
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Security Tokens | Equity tokens, debt instruments, fund tokens (e.g., tZERO) |
| Utility Tokens | Platform access, governance rights, in-app rewards |
| Asset-Backed | Real estate deeds, commodity certificates, IP royalties |
Why Tokenize? Key Advantages
- Liquidity: Unlock value in traditionally illiquid assets (e.g., private equity, art).
- Fractionalization: Lower investment thresholds (e.g., $100K for KKR’s healthcare fund vs. $5M+).
- Transparency: Immutable ownership records via blockchain reduce fraud risks.
- Global Reach: Tap into borderless capital pools through platforms like Securitize.
Case Studies: Pioneers of Tokenization
- Tokenized $4B fund via Securitize, enabling accredited investors to access private equity with lower minimums.
- Automated compliance through smart contracts for KYC/AML and investor accreditation.
- tZERO’s Digital Securities Platform
- Facilitates secondary trading of tokenized assets (real estate, venture funds) under SEC oversight.
- Integrated blockchain settlement reduces transaction times from days to minutes.
- $270M+ tokenized money market fund on Stellar, blending TradFi reliability with blockchain efficiency.
Why LexoCrypto @ RICHT?
Native Tech Expertise, Global Legal Insight
- Technology-First Approach: We are fluent in blockchain mechanics, smart contract coding, DAO governance, and DeFi ecosystems. We don’t just understand the law—we speak the language of your technology.
- Full-Service Compliance: From MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) in the EU to SEC guidance in the U.S., we ensure cross-border adherence to securities laws, privacy standards (GDPR, CCPA), and AML/KYC frameworks.
- End-to-End Tokenization Support: Structuring security tokens, equity tokens, or asset-backed tokens? We design compliant frameworks for issuance, trading, and governance.
Whether you’re tokenizing a real estate portfolio, launching a DeFi protocol, or navigating MiCA compliance, LexoCrypto delivers strategic counsel rooted in technical mastery.
Contact us today to transform your assets into the digital future—securely, compliantly, and innovatively.
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