Legal services for the next generation
of financial technology.
Four core practice areas built around the regulatory needs of crypto and fintech companies. Each backed by deep domain expertise and real-world experience with payments companies across the Americas.
Opinion Letters & Compliance
The toll booth. Your gateway to institutional credibility.
Banks, asset managers, and payment processors need legal sign-off before they can onboard your company or process your transactions. I write the compliance-driven opinion letters that open those doors — covering money transmitter analysis, securities classification, tax treatment, and regulatory status.
Key Areas
- Money transmitter / money services business analysis
- Securities classification opinions
- Bank Secrecy Act / AML compliance sign-off
- Comfort letters for ongoing compliance libraries
Who Needs This
Payments companies, crypto ATM operators, token issuers, anyone interfacing with traditional financial institutions.
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Company Audits & Ongoing Counsel
The relationship. From one opinion letter to trusted advisor.
Once your company starts showing up on regulatory radars, you need more than a one-off letter. I conduct comprehensive compliance audits — reviewing your BSA/AML program, interviewing your banking and IT teams (in English and Spanish), assessing cybersecurity posture, and building the documentation that keeps regulators satisfied.
Key Areas
- Full BSA/AML program audit
- Banking compliance department reviews
- Cybersecurity and SOC 2 compliance assessment
- Bilingual team interviews and documentation
Who Needs This
Growing fintech companies, payments processors expanding into Latin America, companies preparing for regulatory examination.
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Tax Controversy & Government Defense
When the government comes knocking. I go up against the man.
Whether it's an IRS audit, a state regulatory investigation, or a licensing agency inquiry, I defend companies and individuals against government enforcement actions. I understand how these agencies operate, what they're really after, and how to resolve matters efficiently.
Key Areas
- IRS audit defense (crypto-specific)
- State regulatory agency investigations
- Sales tax and income tax controversy
- Licensing defense and remediation
Who Needs This
Companies under regulatory scrutiny, individuals facing IRS crypto audits, businesses with state licensing issues.
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Corporate & Securities
The foundation. Structuring your company to do things right.
From entity formation and corporate governance to securities compliance and cross-border transaction structuring, I provide the corporate legal framework that serious fintech companies need. Dodd-Frank, Gramm-Leach-Bliley, derivatives regulation — the full landscape.
Key Areas
- Entity formation and corporate governance
- Securities compliance (Dodd-Frank, Exchange Act)
- Cross-border transaction structuring
- Derivatives and financial instruments
Who Needs This
Startups raising capital, companies entering new markets, fintech firms navigating securities regulation.
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A clear, straightforward process.
No mystery. No runaround. Here's how engagements typically work.
Initial Conversation
We discuss your situation, your company, and what you need. Introductory calls for larger engagements are complimentary.
Scope & Engagement
I provide a clear engagement letter outlining scope, timeline, and fees. No surprises, no ambiguity.
Execution
I do the work — research, drafting, interviews, analysis. You get regular updates and direct access throughout.
Delivery & Ongoing Support
Deliverables are polished and practical. For ongoing relationships, I'm a phone call away whenever you need counsel.
Not sure which service you need?
Start a conversation. I'll help you figure out exactly what your company or situation requires.