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Publication date: 23.08.2025
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Stage Term (days) Cost
  • 1
    Stage 1. Initial Consultation and Strategic Analysis
    12 $4,235.00

    Stage 1. Initial Consultation and Strategic Analysis

    At this step, the attorney doesn't just "listen to the idea," but truly dives into your business plan: whether it's a payment service, crypto exchange, DeFi platform, or NFT marketplace.


    Attorney's Actions:

    1. analysis of the business model for compliance with U.S. laws (SEC, CFTC, FinCEN, IRS);
    2. determining if a money transfer license (MSB License) or other permits are required;
    3. assessment of tax and regulatory risks.
  • 2
    Stage 2. Corporate Structure and Business Registration
    21 $10,890.00

    Stage 2. Corporate Structure and Business Registration

    The attorney selects the appropriate jurisdiction (Delaware, Wyoming, or another state) and helps set up the company so that investors see a "clean" and transparent structure.
     

    Attorney's Actions:

    1. company registration (LLC, C-Corp, sometimes DAO-LLC in Wyoming);
    2. preparation of charter documents, shareholder agreements;
    3. development of AML/KYC policy, which is especially critical in fintech projects.
  • 3
    Stage 3. Licensing and Regulatory Approval
    140 $48,400.00

    Stage 3. Licensing and Regulatory Approval

    This is where the real "legal work" begins. Without the proper licenses, the project can be shut down at the start.


    Attorney's Actions:

    1. preparing and submitting the MSB (Money Services Business) license application to FinCEN;
    2. obtaining licenses in specific states (for example, New York requires a BitLicense);
    3. communicating with regulators and responding to their inquiries;
    4. developing internal compliance procedures.
       
  • 4
    Stage 4. Contracts, Whitepaper, and Investor Engagement
    45 $24,200.00

    Stage 4. Contracts, Whitepaper, and Investor Engagement

    This step is critical if you are planning a token launch or seeking venture capital.
     

    Attorney's Actions:

    1. preparing a Whitepaper with legal risks in mind (to prevent the SEC from classifying the token as a security);
    2. drafting Token Purchase Agreements, SAFT, or SAFE contracts;
    3. providing legal support during investor negotiations;
    4. protecting intellectual property (patents, trademarks).
  • 5
    Stage 5. Ongoing Support and Compliance (Ongoing Compliance)
    365 $6,050.00

    Stage 5. Ongoing Support and Compliance (Ongoing Compliance)

    After the project launch, the attorney remains "on call." This is not a one-time service, but rather a partnership.
     

    Attorney's Actions:

    1. quarterly AML/KYC checks;
    2. updating policies to reflect legislative changes;
    3. support during audits and inspections;
    4. preparation of reports for the SEC, IRS, FinCEN.

     

    Duration: ongoing, from 6 months and longer.

In general
583 $93,775.00

Legal Services in Fintech and Blockchain in the USA

Fintech and blockchain in the USA today are not just about innovative technologies and new business models. Behind the bright ideas lies a completely different side — complex legal rules. Launching a crypto exchange or a DeFi platform might sound like a dream, but one wrong step can lead to blocked accounts, hefty fines, or even regulatory scrutiny. That's why experienced entrepreneurs involve attorneys from the start who understand how fintech works in the USA and help navigate all legal nuances without unpleasant surprises.

 

What is included in the legal support for fintech and blockchain projects?

Clients often think that a lawyer is only needed to review contracts. In reality, the range of services is much broader:

  1. assistance with compliance with SEC, FinCEN, CFTC, and other regulatory requirements;
  2. legal audit of tokenomics and verification to ensure your token is not classified as a security;
  3. preparation of user agreements, privacy policies, and investor documents;
  4. support in obtaining licenses for working with crypto assets and money transfers;
  5. development of legally compliant business models for crypto exchanges, NFTs, or payment solutions.

In other words, the attorney doesn't just handle paperwork — they essentially build a "legal foundation" for you to safely scale your business.

 

Why is it important to work with an attorney in fintech and blockchain?

Many entrepreneurs try to start on their own and end up facing typical problems:

  1. banks block accounts because documents do not meet AML/KYC standards;
  2. investors refuse to invest due to an opaque structure;
  3. the project falls into a risk zone due to incorrect token classification;
  4. the startup receives fines that far exceed the cost of hiring a lawyer.

An attorney in fintech and blockchain is not "insurance just in case." This is a person who helps you avoid pitfalls from the start and simultaneously adds reputational weight to your project. Investors, partners, and users trust businesses operating within the legal framework much more.

 

What specific work does the attorney do?

  • analyzes your business model and advises on how to legally structure the company;
  • prepares all key documents for users and partners;
  • develops AML/KYC policies, without which banks and payment systems simply won't work;
  • assists in obtaining licenses and approvals;
  • in case of audits — represents your company's interests before government agencies.

Essentially, the attorney becomes your "legal navigator": they chart the course and take on some of the burdens so you can focus on the product and customers.

 

Under what conditions is the service provided?

Support is possible at any stage — from the idea to scaling an existing business. The main thing is that the team is ready to work "above board" and build a business with a long-term development perspective.

 

 

Fintech and blockchain are an opportunity to create the business of the future. But in the USA, this market is very sensitive to compliance with rules. Instead of dealing with problems after the fact, it's better to build a sound legal foundation from the start. This will save time, money, and, importantly, nerves.

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