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Legal Services

  • Regulatory evaluation of a business plan
  • Determination of whether a license is required to conduct the intended business (legal opinion)
  • Drafting of legal opinions and memoranda for third parties
  • Legal and regulatory evaluation of various documents
  • Regulatory assessment of whitepapers in DeFi and DLT

  • Determining if a FINMA license or other authorization is necessary before launching the project (summary analysis)
  • Drafting and requesting a no-action letter from FINMA
  • Analyzing the project and proposing solutions for its feasibility under Swiss law
  • Preliminary assessment of the likelihood of success in obtaining a license
  • Assisting the client in modifying their business case to operate with fewer constraints while remaining compliant (e.g., avoiding a license, using exceptions)

  • 360° support for obtaining FINMA licensing (more information can be found in the "licensing section")
  • Affiliation with a self-regulatory organization (SRO)
  • Obtaining authorization or registration with authorities (e.g., Precious Metals Office, SECO, Cantonal licence, etc.)
  • Representation before the regulator or third parties
  • Drafting Swiss-compliant business plans
  • Learn more about our licensing services: https://synhedge.com/services/licensing/

  • Drafting of contracts
  • Contract review
  • Drafting of addendums specific to Swiss law
  • Drafting of terms and conditions (T&Cs), especially for financial institutions
  • Drafting of account opening documents
  • Drafting of investment and pre-financing agreements
  • Drafting of information documents
  • Drafting of share purchase agreements (SPA)
  • Contract gap analysis under Swiss law

  • Legal and regulatory support for issuing financial instruments in/from Switzerland
  • Legal advice on token or coin issuance in/from Switzerland
  • Regulatory support for ICOs, STOs, IEOs, IDOs, or ISPOs
  • Drafting of prospectuses and support with approval from the competent authority
  • Drafting of Key Information Documents (KIDs) and other informational materials
  • Determination of mandatory requirements for launching financial products
  • Legal advice to avoid the obligation of publishing a prospectus (if possible)
  • Preparation of investment contracts
  • Legal evaluation of governance token or DAO issuance in Switzerland
  • Qualification of tokens under Swiss law
  • Legal advice on cross-border regulations
  • Drafting of SAFT agreements
  • Advice on pre-sales, pre-financing, or pre-operational stages (e.g., private sales)

  • Establishment of the compliance framework for regulated companies
  • Drafting internal policies and regulations (e.g., compliance policy, BCM policy, data protection policy, ICT security policy, custody policy, risk management policy, conflict of interest policy, outsourcing policy, dormant asset policies, etc.)
  • Establishment of governance and control frameworks (people, functions, ICS)
  • Drafting and reviewing AML and CTF policies
  • Compliance with sanctions and anti-terrorism financing regulations
  • Establishment of the risk management framework
  • Drafting of necessary policies & documents (e.g., risk management policy, ICS matrix, risks register)
  • Risk assessment
  • Establishment of the internal control system (ICS)
  • Establishment of the reporting framework
  • Advice on implementing risk mitigation measures
  • Assessment of cross-border risks

  • Establishment of the outsourcing management framework
  • Creation and updating of the outsourcing inventory
  • Drafting of related policies (e.g., outsourcing policy, procurement policy)
  • Evaluation of contracts with regard to Swiss outsourcing regulations and FINMA requirements
  • Compliance of contracts with Swiss law, including the drafting of addendums
  • Advice on selecting, monitoring, and managing outsourcing partners

  • Establishment of a cross-border risk management framework
  • Analysis of country manuals
  • Development of cross-border risk assessments
  • Advice on cross-border financial services, including cryptoassets
  • Drafting of internal policies (e.g., cross-border policy) and staff instructions
  • Advice on the reverse solicitation exception in the financial sector

  • Establishment of the data protection framework
  • Drafting of internal documents and procedures (e.g., data protection policy)
  • Contract gap analysis under Swiss law
  • Drafting of privacy notices and other consent documents
  • Advice on the use of cookies and data transfer to third parties
  • Drafting of informed consent documents
  • Determination of GDPR applicability to Swiss companies

Business Services

  • Services to enable seamless operation in Switzerland
  • Company incorporation in Switzerland
  • Drafting of articles of association / by-laws 
  • Introduction to notaries & external consultants if necessary
  • Support in opening a bank account
  • Selection of outsourcing providers (e.g., AML officer)
  • Through our partners
  • Domiciliation services without c/o address
  • Offering virtual and physical offices in Switzerland
  • Recruitment of a director nominee and non-executive directorship services
  • Accounting services
  • Physical mail management (scanning and forwarding)
  • AML & Compliance outsourcing services
  • Risk manager outsourcing services

  • Support in drafting Swiss-compliant business plans
  • Review of business plans to ensure compliance with Swiss regulations
  • Translation of complex business plans or white-papers into standard and legal language
  • Assistance in establishing financial projections with various scenarios 
  • Support in creating a liquidity plan

  • Contract & business negotiation
  • Negotiation during transactions/deals
  • Representation of confidential clients

  • Services to enable our clients to outsource parts of their business to external service providers
  • Selection of external AML officers (Swiss MLRO)
  • Selection of external Risk Managers
  • Selection of external Compliance Officers
  • Selection of independent Board Members & Directors
  • Selection of external service providers (e.g., accounting, DPO, etc.)

  • Review of marketing materials from a regulatory and cross-border perspective
  • Review of websites to ensure compliance with Swiss law
  • Support for marketing and sales teams in drafting compliant materials

  • Support in finding top external fintech & payment solutions to build up your company 
  • Support in selecting top core banking systems suitable for SMEs
  • Support in finding physical & virtual card issuing companies 
  • Support in selecting IT solutions to connect to SWIFT, SIC, EuroSIC, SIC5 (FSMB)
  • Support in selecting top identification solutions and AML/ CTF tools (e.g. ID Check, KYC, KYB, KYT, ...)
  • Support in selecting top Swiss solutions in the field of embedded finance

  • Service to assist our clients in selecting solutions in the blockchain field
  • Selecting Swiss-compliant custody solutions
  • Selecting smart contract auditing firms
  • Selecting trusted staking providers based in Switzerland
  • Assisting in selecting top crypto/ DLT investigation & analytics firms
  • Assisting in finding crypto partners in Switzerland 
  • Assisting in finding crypto-friendly banks in Switzerland 
  • Support in finding blockchain programmers & developers

  • Services to assist our clients in selecting top IT security service providers
  • Penetration testing 
  • Vulnerability testing
  • IT audits
  • IT security certifications (e.g. ISO, SOC 2, ISAE, ...)

  • Teaching about cryptocurrencies and blockchain from a Swiss regulatory perspective
  • Support in identifying risks associated with blockchain usage
  • Support in identifying opportunities offered by DeFi and blockchain
  • Support in implementing blockchain-based solutions within a company
  • Assistance in selecting top external providers for blockchain services

Expert in the Regulation of the Following Industries

Payment, Cards, Fintech

Crypto, DeFi, Blockchain

Alternative Investments

Asset & Fund Management

Technology & AI Solutions

Commodities, Carbon credit

Banking & Financial Market

Lending & Borrowing Services

Start your Journey by Incorporating a Company

At SynHedge, we help you incorporate your company in Switzerland and connect you with all the partners you need to operate efficiently. We introduce you to local board members and facilitate access to essential services such as domiciliation, bank account opening, and accounting. Our comprehensive 360° service ensures that your company become operational as quickly as possible.

Leveraging a 360° Partnership-Based Approach

At SynHedge, our extensive network in the fintech, crypto, and finance sectors positions us uniquely to partner with a wide range of specialists. Our client-centric approach is rooted in collaboration.

We connect you with all the necessary service providers to bring your project to fruition. Whether you need to outsource your compliance department in Switzerland or seek services such as domiciliation or board members, we facilitate introductions to the right experts.
  • Avoid Wasting Time Recreating the Wheel
  • Focus Your Energy on Revenue-Generating Activities
  • Rely on Battle-Tested and Compliant Solutions
  • Benefit from a trusted all-around advisor who will manage the relationships with the different stakeholders

Selection of Testimonials

Grant Thornton has already reviewed several FINMA licence applications - including for fintech banks 1b) - which Loïc has accompanied as an experienced lawyer. We were repeatedly impressed by the very high quality of the applications and were not only convinced by the high level of expertise, but also by the pleasant and professional cooperation. Loïc is the rainmaker!
 

Marco Valenti
Partner Financial Services at Grant Thornton Switzerland / Liechtenstein

I have the pleasure of knowing Loïc and working with him for many years. He is without a doubt one of the most knowledgeable and experienced fintech specialists in Switzerland and Europe. I recommend him as a person who can lead legal projects of any complexity and any scale. If you are thinking about getting a financial license in Switzerland, Loïc is your ultimate advisor. 
 

Dr. Alexander Suhobokov
CFA, FRM, Head of Fintech at Dukascopy Bank

I highly recommend Loïc for his expertise in regulatory and embedded finance. He has consistently provided me with clear guidance, demonstrating a solution-oriented approach in every situation. He's also always reachable on Telegram. It is a pleasure to work with him. 
 

Alisher Abdukadyrov
CEO at Financial House

It was my pleasure working with Loïc on several FinTech mandates. He is a friendly and professional, seeking to deliver quality services to clients, therefore continuously educating himself and glad to share recent insights. Loic is well received by clients for his legal advice and can count on a large network. It is great working with him as well as sharing time to discuss about Blockchain.

Silvan Andermatt
Director I Industrial Professor I Speaker

I had the pleasure of working closely with Loïc for the past year and a half, and I can confidently say that his expertise and guidance have been invaluable to our company in the dynamic Fintech landscape of Switzerland.
 

Gilles Thorens
CFO at Financial Oracle SPC

I highly recommend Loïc as a regulatory leader in the Fintech industry. His expertise and extensive knowledge of regulatory matters make him a valuable asset for companies in this field. Loïc also has a strong network of professionals, which can be beneficial for various needs, including auditing. I had the pleasure of working with Loïc on a FINMA application for another company, and his support was instrumental for success. 

Eber Guerrero
E-commerce I Payments I Fintech I Business Development

With his extensive professional experience and strong legal background, Loïc is unquestionably an expert in financial regulation within the FinTech industry. However, what truly sets Loïc apart is his entrepreneurial mindset and outstanding personal values. He never lets up when it comes to solving practical problems, and with him, there's always a solution. His in-depth knowledge of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology enables him to provide insightful and relevant advice in this field.

Osman Barbir
Founder & CEO at SWIBAN & Payment Corner

Loic is one of the most outstanding blockchain lawyers I know in Switzerland. However, this isn't the most important factor, as Switzerland has many excellent blockchain lawyers. What truly sets Loic apart is his entrepreneurial spirit. He is a lawyer who goes the extra mile to solve real-world problems for his clients, rather than being the kind of lawyer who tends to create more problems for clients, as is the case with most lawyers. This is of utmost importance for start-up companies.

Yang Lan
Chairman & co-founder at Fiat24 (SR Saphirstein AG)

Loïc is one of the most brilliant crypto lawyers I have met in Switzerland. He has the technical knowledge but also the legal know-how to help clients at their best. Also a great individual from a personal perspective with great values that are also carried out in his work.

Gauthier Vila
Founder at Zyfi & Ondefy
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