Get Your CEX Legally Structured and Compliant
Legal Nodes helps you build a validated CEX legal structure that scales with your business operations.
Book A Free CallThe right legal structure accelerates your business growth
CEXs face unique regulatory challenges and structuring right from day 1 prevents legal landmines later.
Licensing
CEXs require complex licensing across multiple jurisdictions as money service businesses with strict capital requirements.
Banking Relationship Requirements
Securing compliant banking partnerships requires proper corporate structure and regulatory compliance frameworks.
Customer Fund Segregation
Legal frameworks for customer asset protection, segregation requirements, and fiduciary responsibilities.
Created by Experts, Tailored for your context
Sample CEX Legal Structure
Three-entity structure optimized for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency
1
Exchange Operating Company
Licensed money transmitter entity with proper regulatory compliance infrastructure and customer onboarding systems
2
Technology Development & IP Holding
Intellectual property protection and development team operations for platform innovation
Key Benefits of This Structure
Regulatory Compliance
Multi-jurisdiction structure with proper segregation and risk mitigation.
Customer Protection
Fiduciary-grade fund custody and insurance
Operational Flexibility
Technology licensing and IP protection
Our Process
Here's what to expect when we work with you
Corporate Structuring Roadmap
We'll assess your business objectives and structuring needs to create a tailored Roadmap to guide you through each stage of your project
Documentation Works
We'll map out all relevant documents you'll need for your CEX structuring process
Regulatory & Tax Assessment
Our team conducts a comprehensive compliance and tax optimization review tailored to your CEX's operations
Ongoing Support
You'll have continuous legal support as your CEX evolves and grows
Get started with structuring your CEX
Take the first step towards compliant CEX operations with expert legal guidance