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Enabling visionary founders with expert legal guidance, regulatory clarity, and strategic support to thrive in the UAE’s Web3 ecosystem. UAE CRYPTO LAW FIRM
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You’ll find everything you need to launch, grow, and stay compliant in the UAE’s booming crypto market. FOUNDER'S GUIDE
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Referenced by over 1 Million lawyers worldwide. Trusted by Founders. Gain complete clarity on the UAE Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) regulatory framework. CHAMBERS GUIDE
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Enabling visionary founders with expert legal guidance, regulatory clarity, and strategic support to thrive in the UAE’s Web3 ecosystem. UAE CRYPTO LAW FIRM
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NeosLegal Wins “The Middle East Technology Legal Team of the Year” 2025

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Supporting Visionary Founders

Launching Borderless Ventures

Supporting Visionary Founders

Launching Borderless Ventures

NeosLegal is the UAE’s first crypto-native law firm, advising founders, venture capitalists, and institutions since 2016.

From VASP licensing to Web3 project launches, from tax-efficient structures to RWA tokenization – we turn legal complexity into practical, founder-friendly solutions. Our team brings deep regulatory knowledge, technical fluency, and deal-making experience to every project.

Whether you’re launching a blockchain protocol or entering the UAE market with the best crypto payment app, we build the legal infrastructure that gets you there – fast, compliant, and ready to grow.

We proudly contribute to the UAE’s continued rise as the world’s crypto capital by enabling founders who launch, scale, and reshape the digital economy. 

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Understand regulations, reduce risk and build with confidence in the UAE.

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Recognized for sharp legal expertise, deep tech knowledge, and vast experience, we arm Web3 and crypto founders to master regulations, stay ahead of compliance, and build resilient, future-ready businesses.

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VASP Licensing & Regulatory Structuring ►
Secure UAE VASP licenses with confidence. We design your regulatory pathway, draft applications, and engage with UAE regulators for streamlined approval.

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Launch compliant RWA tokenization projects. We structure token models, draft legal frameworks, and align custody, disclosure, and investor protections.

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Establish your corporate structures seamlessly. From incorporation to governance, we structure entities for global scalability.

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Ensure complaint token issuance. We structure issuances, draft sale documents, and deliver Tier-1 exchange-accepted legal opinions.

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Design investor-ready crypto funds. We create GP/LP and master-feeder structures, offering documents, and tax frameworks trusted by global investors.

Tax Structuring & Optimization ►
Optimize crypto taxes across jurisdictions. We design efficient holding structures, secure UAE residency benefits, and minimize liabilities for founders and investors.

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Enter the UAE market right. We advise on free zones, licenses, regulators, and banking, ensuring fast and compliant business launch.

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Receive confidential legal support. We advise founders on asset protection, residency planning, and secure structures for tax optimization.

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Structure Bitcoin ventures correctly. From mining to custody, we deliver resilient legal frameworks that scale while meeting global compliance standards.

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Secure UAE Golden Visa through Web3 expertise. We handle visa strategy, documentation, and government approvals, helping founders establish roots long-term.

Why Crypto Founders Choose Us

  • Proven UAE track record: The UAE’s first crypto-native law firm, we deliver results across VARA, ADGM, and SCA frameworks.
  • Crypto-native lawyers: We’ve drafted crypto laws, advised regulators, and operated on the builder side, so our advice is practical, not theoretical.
  • End-to-end legal execution: From entity + licensing to token opinions, investor docs, governance, and ongoing compliance - one accountable team.
  • Fixed fees. No surprises: Transparent scopes with clear deliverables. No billable-hour anxiety, no surprises.
  • Founder-friendly process: Plain language answers, weekly check-ins, fast turnarounds, and messenger updates. No templates, only fit-for-purpose design

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Feedback & Endorsements

Juliet Su

Founding Partner
NewTribe Capital

“This partnership is about making sure founders aren’t left in the dark when it comes to legal questions. With NeosLegal’s support, we can offer more than funding. We can offer confidence.”

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Superteam UAE, Solana

“Having NeosLegal by our side means our founders building exciting Web3 projects with confidence and a solid legal foundation. We’re grateful for NeosLegal’s expertise, professionalism and commitment to helping the ecosystem grow.”

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