Legal and Compliance Services for Crypto & Blockchain Companies

Crypto and blockchain innovators are building the future of finance — but the regulatory landscape is complex, evolving, and high-stakes. Whether launching tokens, operating an exchange, or building DeFi and Web3 platforms, companies face SEC scrutiny, AML/CFT obligations, and the risk of costly enforcement actions. LawVisory PLLC provides confidential, attorney-client privileged legal and compliance services to help blockchain leaders launch, scale, and stay compliant in U.S. and global markets.

What Legal and Compliance Challenges Do Crypto & Blockchain Companies Face?

Crypto companies face unique regulatory risks, including:

  • Token offerings and securities law compliance (Reg D, Reg A+, Reg CF, or registration)

  • Filing Form D for token raises under Regulation D

  • Structuring utility tokens vs. security tokens under the Howey Test

  • AML/KYC programs for exchanges, custodians, and DeFi platforms

  • Registration and supervision under FinCEN, OFAC, and state MTLs

  • Preparing for SEC and CFTC enforcement actions

  • Exchange, wallet, and custody licensing requirements

  • Global compliance across MiCA (EU), FCA (UK), and APAC regulators

  • Contract drafting: whitepapers, SAFTs, exchange listings, and partnerships

How Does LawVisory Support Crypto & Blockchain Companies?

LawVisory attorneys deliver end-to-end legal and compliance solutions for founders:

Token Compliance & SEC Filings

  • Advising on token classification (security vs utility) under the Howey Test

  • Structuring compliant token sales under Reg D, Reg A+, and Reg CF

  • Preparing and filing Form D, Form S-1, and related disclosures

  • Drafting SAFT agreements and whitepaper disclaimers

AML/KYC Programs

  • Designing anti-money laundering and customer due diligence programs

  • Building risk-based monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and OFAC screening

  • Preparing for the 2026 FinCEN AML/CFT rule for investment advisers

  • Advising on global AML obligations (EU AMLA, UK FCA rules)

Licensing & Regulatory Registrations

  • Guidance on Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs)

  • State-by-state crypto licensing requirements

  • FinCEN MSB registration and ongoing compliance

SEC & CFTC Enforcement Defense

  • Responding to SEC subpoenas, Wells notices, and investigations

  • Defending against CFTC actions on derivatives and commodities tokens

  • Managing investor disputes, rescission claims, and litigation

  • Developing proactive compliance strategies to reduce enforcement risks

Outsourced General Counsel for Crypto Projects

  • Acting as external GC for token developers, exchanges, and Web3 firms

  • Drafting and reviewing contracts, exchange listings, and partnership deals

  • Advising boards and executives on governance and regulatory exposure

What Happens if Crypto Companies Fail to Comply with SEC Rules?

Failure to comply can result in:

  • SEC enforcement actions leading to penalties, rescission, and injunctions
  • CFTC enforcement for derivatives or futures-linked tokens
  • Criminal referrals for AML/CFT violations
  • Investor lawsuits and class actions for unregistered securities offerings
  • Exchange delistings, frozen funds, and reputational damage

 

LawVisory helps blockchain innovators avoid missteps, protect investors, and launch compliant tokens and platforms.

Why LawVisory?

  • 26+ years of securities law and enforcement  experience
  • Former counsel in the SEC Division of Enforcement

  • Deep track record with token structuring, Reg D/A+ offerings, and SAFTs

  • Advisers to top 300 blockchain projects, exchanges, and token platforms

  • Global reach with expertise in U.S., EU, UK, and APAC regulations

 

Contact Us

+1 202-854-0515
info@lawvisory.com

1250 Connecticut Ave NW #700, Washington, DC 20036

Do all token offerings need SEC registration?

Not always. Some token sales may qualify for exemptions under Reg D, Reg A+, or Reg CF, but most tokens risk classification as securities under the Howey Test.

What is a SAFT and when should it be used?

A Simple Agreement for Future Tokens (SAFT) is used to sell tokens to accredited investors in a compliant private placement before network launch.

Do crypto companies need an AML/KYC program?

Yes — FinCEN requires AML/CFT compliance for exchanges, custodians, and MSBs. Institutional investors also expect robust programs.

What regulators oversee crypto companies in the U.S.?

The SEC, CFTC, FinCEN, OFAC, and state regulators all play a role depending on the product, structure, and business model.

Can LawVisory defend us in an SEC investigation?

Yes — LawVisory attorneys have served in the SEC’s Division of Enforcement and regularly represent crypto firms in regulatory inquiries.

Building or scaling a blockchain business?

Schedule a confidential consultation with LawVisory’s crypto attorneys to ensure your token, exchange, or platform is fully compliant.