Legally Structure Your DAO
Legal Nodes helps you build a validated DAO legal structure that scales with your business operations.
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The right legal structure accelerates your business growth
DAOs face unique regulatory challenges and structuring right from day 1 prevents legal landmines later.
Decentralized Governance Liability
Severe financial penalties may apply without a proper legal structure, DAO members can face personal liability for collective decisions and treasury management.
Treasury & Token Compliance
DAO tokens must be carefully planned and positioned not to be qualified as securities.
Cross-Border Operations
DAOs operate globally but must navigate varying regulations for contributors, treasury, and governance across jurisdictions.
Created by Experts, Tailored for your context
Sample DAO Legal Structure
Three-entity structure optimized for decentralized governance and liability protection
1
Foundation Entity
Non-profit foundation to hold treasury and manage governance transitions with member liability protection
2
Operating Company
For-profit entity to handle commercial activities and contributor relationships with operational flexibility
3
Token & Governance Framework
Compliant token design with clear governance rights and utility functions for decentralized management
Key Benefits of This Structure
Member Liability Protection
Shield members from collective decision liability
Treasury Compliance
Multi-jurisdiction treasury and token compliance
Cross-Border Operations
Global contributor and governance framework
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 DAO structuring process
Regulatory & Tax Assessment
Our team conducts a comprehensive compliance and tax optimization review tailored to your DAO's operations
Ongoing Support
You'll have continuous legal support as your DAO evolves and grows
Get started with structuring your DAO
Take the first step towards compliant DAO operations with expert legal guidance
