Legal Practice Area
Home > Legal Practice Area
Prevention is better than cure. Although litigation can help businesses achieve their legal goals when there is no room for flexibility, disputes altogether can be avoided with our counsel guiding important business decisions and documents.
Every corporation or business is different and has a unique set of needs that must be met. For such reasons, we always focus on performing tailor-made advice and personalized plan of action.
With increasingly complex national and international regulations, we are always on hand to assist our clients in all their legal and regulatory challenges . Our Team have the right expertise in advisory and transactional work, communication with regulators, and the drafting of all types of contracts and policies, as well as in pre-litigation activities.
Our distinguishing features are optimal legal knowledge, an excellent grasp of technology, and an unrelenting commitment to high-quality and practical deliverables.
Contract Drafting and Negotiations
Contracts are a critical aspect of any business, and the careful drafting of these documents can assist business owners in avoiding costly disputes in the future.
In many cases, businesses generate their own liabilities by relying on poorly drafted shareholder, operating, and partnership agreements or entering into significant business relationships with vendors and customers with contracts not properly tailored to the business’ specific needs. In such circumstances, breach of contract and consequent business disruption can arise.
Our mission is to uncover liability weaknesses and loopholes business may have never even detected so that legal certainty and business opportunities can thrive accordingly.
Privacy and Data Protection
Surfing through the waves of the Big Data Era, nowadays, organisations handle more data than ever before therefore privacy and a data protection issues have never been more critical for any business.
We deliver bullet-proof commercial contracting support to a wide range of clients in the run-up to GDPR and other local regulations (e.g. CCPA, PIPL, PDPA, LGPD), ensuring that their customer and vendor contracting templates were compliant, and helping to push those contracts out and negotiate them through to completion successfully.
We provide support to in-house DPOs and deal with full range of privacy and data protection issues, including, data processing and retention, data security, potential data risks, international data transfers, impact assessments, data breaches exchanges with applicable regulators, and cyber security risks and insurance.
AI Compliance
We offer expert consultancy services to ensure compliance with the EU AI Act and other global regulations and standards, helping businesses navigate this groundbreaking regulatory framework. Our services include risk assessment and classification of AI systems, data governance and IP management, conformity assessments for high-risk AI, transparency measures, and post-market monitoring.
We also provide training programs to foster responsible AI practices. Partnering with us ensures legal risk mitigation, ethical AI deployment, and seamless integration of compliance into your operations.
Gambling Licenses
Every business is as unique as the individual behind it and as such, our team understands that each one has its own needs and visions. With over 10 years of experience in the iGaming sector, we know the pro and cons of every jurisdiction and can therefore provide indispensable advice on which license will suit which client.
Our staff have the necessary skills to manage the application process, provide advice and assistance, and guide you through the entire set up process. In addition to this, we can offer ongoing maintenance for your company as it grows and expands.
First, you need to give careful consideration to what you want to achieve as this will have an impact on where your company should be based. Matters such as accounting, reporting, privacy, tax, payment providers, settlement accounts, and whom you can market your gaming company to, should also be evaluated. Our extensive hands-on experience in online gaming and corporate services means we can help our clients work legally, successfully, and in a tax-efficient matter, while ensuring their compliance. We can help our clientele obtain online gambling licenses in the following jurisdictions:
Maltese Gaming License
Malta was the first Member State of the European Union (EU) to introduce regulations on online gaming. It is considered as one of the largest online gaming jurisdictions and the most popular location for operators that seek licensing for their online gaming business. The Malta gaming licence issued by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is undoubtedly one of the most reputable licences for online gaming worldwide.
The MGA offers B2C licence or B2B licence, as per the new Gaming Act issued by the Malta Gaming Authority in 2018 that can cover all gaming verticals:
-
casino games,
-
RNG based games,
-
lotteries,
-
sports betting,
-
fantasy sports,
-
p2p games,
-
online poker
Curacao
The Curacao gaming license is one of the world’s most popular with some 450 online gambling operators licensed and operating from within the jurisdiction.
But what makes it so popular?
Firstly, Curacao is considered as by far one of the most accessible jurisdictions for licensing. It also has one of the shortest processing times and offers a one-size-fits-all license, regardless of the game type.
This, combined with its cost-efficiency, means it is the perfect location for startups and those taking their first step in the online gambling business.
_svg.png)
Anjouan
The Anjouan online gaming license has gained significant attention, particularly with uncertainties surrounding Curaçao’s online gaming licensing regime. Anjouan is becoming one of the most popular licensing authorities in the iGaming industry due to several key factors:
1. Broad Capabilities: The Anjouan license covers all forms of gaming, allowing operators to secure a single license for various gaming products such as online casino games, sports betting, and poker. This versatility provides operators the flexibility to tailor special offers to their target audience.
2. Openness to Cryptocurrency: Anjouan accepts license applications from crypto casinos, making it attractive to operators who want to integrate blockchain technology
3. Tax Benefits: Anjouan imposes no gambling tax; the only financial obligation for online gambling companies is the annual license renewal fee.
4. Opportunities in Emerging Markets: Anjouan authorities allow licensees to accept players from various markets, with exceptions for certain countries.
Alderney
Alderney is the third largest of the British Channel Islands and forms part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
The Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC) regulates online gaming and gambling.
AGCC licensees are in a position to benefit from all the services that Alderney and its larger sister Island, Guernsey, provides.
An eGambling licence from the AGCC can be used by a licensee to operate in any country where it is legal to do so. In some countries, including the UK for example, a licensee will also be required to obtain a local licence issued by that country if accessing that market.
_edited.jpg)
Kahnawake
The Kahnawake gaming license offers operators a flexible, cost-efficient, and straight forward setup process with a whole host of benefits. A well-respected jurisdiction and a preferred location for startups, operators can enjoy competitive setup and maintenance costs, enticing fiscal benefits, and an agile licensing process.
The Kahnawake Mowhawk Territory is a First Nation's reserve located in Quebec, Canada. It operates autonomously and is free to make its own corporate and fiscal laws. Since 1999 the Kahnawake Gaming Commission has been licensing the global online gambling market and they currently have more than 250 gaming sites licensed within the territory.
The highly start-up friendly regulatory environment makes this jurisdiction appetible even to market's newcomers.
.jpeg)
Tobique
The Tobique Gambling License, introduced in 2023 by the Tobique First Nation in Canada, offers a compelling option for online gambling operators seeking a flexible and cost-effective licensing solution. This license allows operators to conduct a wide range of online gambling activities, including casino games, sports betting, poker, bingo, and lotteries.
Key Advantages are:
-
Tax Benefits: 0% corporate and income tax in certain jurisdictions.
-
Comprehensive Coverage: Supports various online gambling activities under one license.
-
Cost-Effective: No gambling revenue taxes, only an annual renewal fee.
-
Fast Process: Quick company setup and licensing within weeks.
Not sure which license would add real value to your business?
With over a decade of experience in the iGaming industry, we possess deep expertise in the advantages and challenges of every jurisdiction. This enables us to provide tailored advice and strategic guidance through complex regulatory frameworks, helping your organization achieve sustainable growth while ensuring compliance and enhancing customer trust.