When do you need
a cryptocurrency attorney?
Crypto-assets are no longer out of the regulator's sight. Since the entry into force of the accompanying law to the MiCA regulation, they have been subject to CNB licensing and strict rules in the area of prevention of money laundering. For crypto-asset service providers, this means an obligation to obtain a CASP license, or alternatively, another authorization.
For investors and companies, this conversely means a much more rigorous assessment of tax and AML impacts. Those who set up their regime correctly in advance will not have to address subsequent reconstruction under the pressure of an audit or police intervention later on.
When do you require a cryptocurrency attorney?
Crypto-assets are no longer out of the regulator's sight. Since the companion act to the MiCA regulation came into effect, they have been subject to CNB licensing and strict rules on preventing money laundering. For crypto-asset service providers, this means an obligation to obtain a CASP license, or potentially another authorization. For investors and companies, it means much stricter assessment of tax and AML impacts. Those who set up their regime correctly in advance will avoid having to deal with subsequent reconstruction under the pressure of an audit or police action.
When do you require a cryptocurrency attorney?
Crypto-assets are no longer out of the regulator's sight. Since the companion act to the MiCA regulation came into effect, they have been subject to CNB licensing and strict rules on preventing money laundering. For crypto-asset service providers, this means an obligation to obtain a CASP license, or potentially another authorization. For investors and companies, it means much stricter assessment of tax and AML impacts. Those who set up their regime correctly in advance will avoid having to deal with subsequent reconstruction under the pressure of an audit or police action.
When do you require a cryptocurrency attorney?
Crypto-assets are no longer out of the regulator's sight. Since the companion act to the MiCA regulation came into effect, they have been subject to CNB licensing and strict rules on preventing money laundering. For crypto-asset service providers, this means an obligation to obtain a CASP license, or potentially another authorization. For investors and companies, it means much stricter assessment of tax and AML impacts. Those who set up their regime correctly in advance will avoid having to deal with subsequent reconstruction under the pressure of an audit or police action.
Typical situations that we handle
CASP and ART Licensing Proceedings under MiCA
CASP and ART Licensing Proceedings under MiCA
Obtaining a license as a crypto-asset service provider and authorizations related to asset-referenced tokens before the Czech National Bank
CASP and ART Licensing Proceedings under MiCA
Obtaining a license as a crypto-asset service provider and authorizations related to asset-referenced tokens before the Czech National Bank
Token issuance / asset tokenization
Token issuance / asset tokenization
ICOs, STOs, real estate tokenization, and issuance of payment or utility tokens
Token issuance / asset tokenization
ICOs, STOs, real estate tokenization, and issuance of payment or utility tokens
AML Setup for Crypto
AML Setup for Crypto
The travel rule, on-chain analysis, and client identification for anonymized transactions
AML Setup for Crypto
The travel rule, on-chain analysis, and client identification for anonymized transactions
CNB / FAU Inspection or Sanction Proceedings
CNB / FAU Inspection or Sanction Proceedings
Representation of a currency exchange, custodian, or platform
CNB / FAU Inspection or Sanction Proceedings
Representation of a currency exchange, custodian, or platform
Taxation of Cryptocurrencies
Taxation of Cryptocurrencies
Retail investors, traders, mining, DeFi, NFT - in cooperation with tax advisors
Taxation of Cryptocurrencies
Retail investors, traders, mining, DeFi, NFT - in cooperation with tax advisors
Criminal Law Overlap
Criminal Law Overlap
Thefts of wallets, fraud involving crypto projects, and the freezing of funds within criminal proceedings
Criminal Law Overlap
Thefts of wallets, fraud involving crypto projects, and the freezing of funds within criminal proceedings
Who our services
are for
Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASP)
Exchange offices, custodians, platforms, market makers
Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASP)
Exchange offices, custodians, platforms, market makers
Tokenization Projects
Teams preparing their own issuance, STO, security and utility tokens
Tokenization Projects
Teams preparing their own issuance, STO, security and utility tokens
Traditional financial institutions
Banks and Securities Dealers Entering Crypto/Tokenization
Traditional financial institutions
Banks and Securities Dealers Entering Crypto/Tokenization
Companies Accepting Payments in Cryptocurrency
E-commerce, SaaS, Fintech
Companies Accepting Payments in Cryptocurrency
E-commerce, SaaS, Fintech
Investors and Funds
Legal and tax assessment of portofolio, structures, and outputs
Investors and Funds
Legal and tax assessment of portofolio, structures, and outputs
Natural persons in distress
Loss of access, theft, fraud, tax assessments
Natural persons in distress
Loss of access, theft, fraud, tax assessments
What we will do for you
We guide the client through the entire licensing process before the Czech National Bank: the business plan, governance, ICT requirements, AML system, and proving the competence of the management team. We build upon our own direct experience with payment institution licenses, as well as our previous projects in this sector.
We guide the client through the entire licensing process before the Czech National Bank: the business plan, governance, ICT requirements, AML system, and proving the competence of the management team. We build upon our own direct experience with payment institution licenses, as well as our previous projects in this sector.
We provide legal analysis of tokenomics, token categorization (security, utility, e-money, asset-referenced, or crypto-asset under MiCA), and the preparation of all necessary documentation (white paper, smart contract review in cooperation with specialized partners).
We provide legal analysis of tokenomics, token categorization (security, utility, e-money, asset-referenced, or crypto-asset under MiCA), and the preparation of all necessary documentation (white paper, smart contract review in cooperation with specialized partners).
We represent clients during inspections by the Czech National Bank (CNB) or the Financial Analytical Office (FAÚ) and, if necessary, in subsequent sanction proceedings. Our objective is to minimize the impact on the client's authorization, the manner in which their services are provided, and their overall business activities.
We represent clients during inspections by the Czech National Bank (CNB) or the Financial Analytical Office (FAÚ) and, if necessary, in subsequent sanction proceedings. Our objective is to minimize the impact on the client's authorization, the manner in which their services are provided, and their overall business activities.
How our cooperation works
1
Initial Consultation
We will map the project, the business model, and the regulatory context.
2
Legal Due Diligence
We will determine which regulatory regime applies to you and outline what you can expect.
3
Preparation of Contractual Documentation
Proposed Structure and Schedule
4
Implementation and Representation
We will prepare the documentation and conduct the proceedings with the Czech National Bank.
5
Ongoing Support
We are responding to regulatory changes (MiCA Level 2/3, DORA, AMLR).
How our cooperation works
1
Initial Consultation
We will map the project, the business model, and the regulatory context.
3
Proposed Structure and Schedule
Licensing roadmap, milestones, and cost estimation.
5
Ongoing Support
We are responding to regulatory changes (MiCA Level 2/3, DORA, AMLR).
2
Analysis and Regulatory Mapping
We will determine which regulatory regime applies to you and outline what you can expect.
4
Implementation and Representation
We will prepare the documentation and conduct the proceedings with the Czech National Bank.
Examples of Our Work
Proposal for a DLT pilot regime
Our team designed the complete regulatory framework for the authorization application under the DLT Pilot Regime Regulation. The project, funded by the National Recovery Plan, aimed to establish a new entity for digital assets.
We have successfully implemented the regulatory framework for an innovative financial project.
Setup of AML Processes
Our team designed and implemented an anti-money laundering system for a Czech crypto-asset provider. We continuously respond to legislative changes, new products, and suppliers to ensure the system remains fully functional.
We have ensured comprehensive AML compliance to secure the client's business operations.
Execution of expansion into the EU
Our team designed a market entry strategy for the Czech Republic and the European Union for an entity operating in Africa. We prepared a legal pathway that enabled the adaptation of the existing business model to strict European standards.
We enabled the legal operations and smooth market entry of the entity into the EU market.
Proposed Structure of Crypto-Services
Our team designed and subsequently implemented a unique legal framework for the entity in the form of a cooperative. This structure addresses the specific aspects of community financing and the needs of modern crypto-services.
We have implemented a functional and legally secure framework for this unique project.
Proposal for a DLT pilot regime
Our team designed the complete regulatory framework for the authorization application under the DLT Pilot Regime Regulation. The project, funded by the National Recovery Plan, aimed to establish a new entity for digital assets.
We have successfully implemented the regulatory framework for an innovative financial project.
Setup of AML Processes
Our team designed and implemented an anti-money laundering system for a Czech crypto-asset provider. We continuously respond to legislative changes, new products, and suppliers to ensure the system remains fully functional.
We have ensured comprehensive AML compliance to secure the client's business operations.
Execution of expansion into the EU
Our team designed a market entry strategy for the Czech Republic and the European Union for an entity operating in Africa. We prepared a legal pathway that enabled the adaptation of the existing business model to strict European standards.
We enabled the legal operations and smooth market entry of the entity into the EU market.
Proposed Structure of Crypto-Services
Our team designed and subsequently implemented a unique legal framework for the entity in the form of a cooperative. This structure addresses the specific aspects of community financing and the needs of modern crypto-services.
We have implemented a functional and legally secure framework for this unique project.
Jana Rihova, Mgr.
Attorney at Law
She focuses on the banking sector, fintech, and corporate governance. She specializes in licensing proceedings before the Czech National Bank and the implementation of European regulations within the structures of Czech entities. Prior to joining the firm, she served in the management of the legal department at Twisto payments.
Jana Rihova, Mgr.
Attorney at Law
She focuses on the banking sector, fintech, and corporate governance. She specializes in licensing proceedings before the Czech National Bank and the implementation of European regulations within the structures of Czech entities. Prior to joining the firm, she served in the management of the legal department at Twisto payments.
Michal Vlašánek
IT Specialist
He strengthens the team's technical expertise, particularly in the areas of security and the architecture of digital products.
Michal Vlašánek
IT Specialist
He strengthens the team's technical expertise, particularly in the areas of security and the architecture of digital products.
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We are located in Prague, Vinohrady, just a few steps from the Náměstí Míru metro station. For routine matters, please send us an e-mail, complete our contact form, or call us to arrange an appointment. In the event of an urgent criminal matter, please contact our emergency hotline, available 24 hours a day.
Prague Branch
Martiník law firm, s.r.o.
Uruguayská 380/17
120 00 Prague 2 - Vinohrady
Inquiries and Consultations
We are located in Prague, Vinohrady, just a few steps from the Náměstí Míru metro station. For routine matters, please send us an e-mail, complete our contact form, or call us to arrange an appointment. In the event of an urgent criminal matter, please contact our emergency hotline, available 24 hours a day.
Prague Branch
Martiník law firm, s.r.o.
Uruguayská 380/17
120 00 Prague 2 - Vinohrady
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We are located in Prague, Vinohrady, just a few steps from the Náměstí Míru metro station. For routine matters, please send us an e-mail, complete our contact form, or call us to arrange an appointment. In the event of an urgent criminal matter, please contact our emergency hotline, available 24 hours a day.
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Martiník law firm, s.r.o.
Uruguayská 380/17
120 00 Prague 2 - Vinohrady
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