DAO & Web3
Our clients are at the forefront of the web3 revolution, embracing the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology. They require legal expertise that goes beyond the traditional understanding of law and regulation and seek lawyers who possess a deep understanding of the intricacies of decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs) and digital assets, and who can navigate the complex landscape of web3 with confidence.
Our team is at the cutting edge of finance and technology, providing our clients with the strategic guidance they need to thrive in this dynamic era. They provide both non-contentious and contentious services.
Non-contentious services
We have built a dedicated, trusted, and market-leading practice that provides comprehensive services for DAOs, DeFi, and web3 projects. With expertise in complex structuring, legal and regulatory matters, corporate and commercial support, and multi-jurisdictional help, we offer a full range of services to meet the unique needs of our clients.
Our team has extensive experience representing some of the largest projects in the DAO space, including multiple Top 30 projects. As trusted advisors beyond BVI and Cayman jurisdictions, our deep market experience spans many years, making us well-equipped to navigate the challenges and complexities of the DAO ecosystem beyond discrete BVI and Cayman legal issues.
We understand that successful DAO projects require collaboration and access to specialised expertise. Through our vast network, we can connect you with individuals who can assist with all aspects of your project, ensuring you have the support you need every step of the way.
In addition to our legal and advisory services, we have a specialised regulatory practice focusing on VASP applications and ongoing compliance obligations.
Our experience and expertise include:
- Advisory roles, ranging from startups, and pre-seed to post-raise clients
- Advising DAOs, ranging from governance, structuring and restructuring, token issuances, air drops, grants, security policies, service agreements, day-to-day operational advice and general transactional support
- Advising on and implementing compliant decentralised finance structures
- Acting as external general counsel for several high profile projects within the cryptocurrency space
- Advising and implementing restructuring projects for high profile protocols
- Structuring portfolio projects in consultation with leading investment funds
Contentious services
Our expertise spans a wide range of areas, including examining DAO corporate structures, advising on exposure, risk assessment, and identifying potential avenues for claims.
We specialise in crypto asset tracing and recovery, helping DAOs investigate and recover lost or stolen digital assets and obtaining freezing injunctions and disclosure orders, even against persons unknown.
We understand that crises can arise unexpectedly in the DAO space. We are here to provide trusted advisory services on crisis management and response and guide you through challenging situations, ensuring the best possible outcome for your DAO.
Our experience and expertise include:
- Advising on fraud and misrepresentation
- Advising on contractual disputes
- Advising on distressed 'asset'/crypto situations
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