As global markets embrace decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), tokenized securities, and virtual digital assets (VDAs), India is emerging as a critical jurisdiction in shaping the legal framework around these technologies. IJ Digital Asset and Blockchain practice deals with advising new age tech companies on various aspects of digital assets, cryptocurrencies and blockchain.
Our team consists of Regulatory/compliance lawyers (for SEBI, RBI, FEMA, IT Act, etc.) and techno-legal professionals to advise on the subject and due to technical domain knowledge and research based approach, we are able to advise clients globally across various jurisdictions, if required, by involving our counterparts in foreign jurisdictions. The clients would include
- Crypto Exchanges
- DeFi Protocols
- NFT Platforms
- VC Funds & Family Offices investing in Digital Assets & Blockchain
- Startups & Builders
- Global Entrants to India
The areas on which we advise our clients globally are as under
Token Sales & Exchange Listings
- Token and Coin Compliances
- Regulatory Investigations
- Tokenized Asset Offerings
- Security Token Offerings (STOs)
- Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs)
Cryptocurrency Funds
- Investment documentation
- Venture Capital Funds
- Hedge Funds
- Fund Structure & Strategy
- Entity Formation in jurisdictions across the globe
Exchange Compliance’s & Licences
- Regulatory & Risk Advisory for Cryptocurrency Exchanges
- Guidance in getting exchange licence is various jurisdictions
- Registrations as required to set up and operate Exchange
- Implementation of AML & KYC Policies and Procedures
Regulatory & Compliance (India + Cross-border)
- Help crypto exchanges and DeFi platforms navigate RBI, SEBI, FEMA, VDA tax, PMLA, and data privacy laws.
- Offer Virtual Digital Asset (VDA) compliance audits.
- Advise foreign Web3 companies entering India.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Resolving Customers & Cryptocurrency Exchanges disputes
- Assisting in investigations
- Litigation and Arbitration
- Business and Investment Fraud
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
