Experienced Fintech Law Firm in Nigeria

Welcome to Vassalcrest Attorneys, where we understand the challenges and complexities that fintechs  face in today’s fast-paced digital world. As a leading law firm in the fintech space, we specialize in providing cutting-edge legal advice and guidance to our clients, with a particular focus on licensing, contract drafts, regulatory compliance and money laundering investigations.

Our experienced fintech lawyers have an in-depth understanding of the Nigerian regulatory landscape and are equipped to assist payment gateways, aggregators, and other fintech companies in navigating the ever-evolving legal and regulatory landscape. We have a track record of successfully advising and assisting numerous local and international fintech clients and investors in drawing necessary commercial agreements and providing regulatory advice on the developing legislative framework.

We understand that navigating the Nigerian legal and regulatory landscape can be daunting for fintech companies. That’s why we’re here to help, providing clear and practical legal advice on various aspects of financial technology law, including cybersecurity, data privacy, anti-money laundering, and the latest regulations and circulars released by the Central Bank of Nigeria and other regulatory bodies.

Our goal is to help our clients achieve their business objectives while staying compliant with relevant regulations.

At Vassalcrest Attorneys, we are clearly committed to helping our clients investigate and mitigate potential risks associated with financial crime. Our team of experienced fintech lawyers provide legal advice on the necessary measures to prevent, detect, and report money laundering activities in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.

We understand that every fintech company is unique, and we take the time to understand our clients’ business objectives and tailor our legal advice to meet their specific needs. Our team of experienced fintech lawyers is always up-to-date with the latest developments in the fintech industry and is well-equipped to provide our clients with the best possible legal advice and guidance.

If you’re looking for a leading fintech law firm in Nigeria that can help you achieve your business goals without running foul of the legal landscape, contact us today.

Focus on your startup, let’s help you focus on the law.

• OUR FINTECH LAW SERVICES

Amongst other legal services, we help Fintechs with:

1. Regulatory compliance: Providing advice on the regulatory requirements and compliance obligations that must be met in the fintech industry in Nigeria.

2. Company incorporation: Assisting with the incorporation of a fintech company in Nigeria, including registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and other regulatory bodies.

 3. Commercial agreements: Advising on, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements, including partnership agreements, investment agreements, and technology licensing agreements.

4. Data protection: Providing advice on data privacy and security issues, including compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR).

5. Intellectual property: Advising on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

6. Capital raising: Assisting with capital raising activities, including Angel/VC Investing and crowdfunding.

 7. Contracts: Assisting with the drafting and negotiation of fintech-related contracts, including licensing agreements, software development agreements, and service-level agreements.

8. Digital Currencies: The world is slowly adopting Central Banks Digital Currencies(CBDC). Our expertise includes assisting clients with the regulatory framework of digital payments and other related frameworks.

9. Anti-money laundering: Providing advice on anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and assisting with the implementation of AML policies and procedures.

 10. Dispute resolution: Representing fintech companies in dispute resolution proceedings, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.

 11. Compliance training: Providing training to fintech companies on compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices in the industry.

 12. Government relations: Assisting fintech companies with government relations and advocacy efforts to promote favorable policies and regulations for the industry.

 So are you looking to make a mark in Nigeria’s competitive financial technology market? Time is of the essence, as operating without a solid legal foundation can put your fintech at risk. Without the right legal structures in place, you could face costly disputes, lost investments, and even business collapse.

Don’t wait until it’s too late to take the necessary legal steps. Contact us now to secure your fintech startup’s future.