Author name: Lawi Soluciones Legales

Global startups no longer operate under traditional business models. Today, they tokenize assets, raise capital through SAFTs, operate DAOs, process cross-border payments in stablecoins, and build blockchain-based infrastructure. All of this while navigating regulatory frameworks that evolve constantly in Brazil, Europe (MiCA), and the United States (CLARITY Act). In this environment, scaling without a solid […]

Expanding into the European market is not a destination; it is the most ambitious growth strategy a founder can adopt. Many Latin American ventures have already taken the step toward Europe with great success. Leading companies such as Platzi (Colombia), Creditas (Brazil), or Pulpomatic (Mexico) have strategically chosen Spain as their base for expansion. This

The landscape of consumer credit regulation is undergoing a significant transformation before 2025 ends. With the enactment of the European Union’s new Consumer Credit Directive 2023/2225 (CCD2), countries across Europe are racing to transpose these rules into national law by November 2025. What is CCD2? The Consumer Credit Directive 2023/2225 (CCD2) is an EU legislative

If you’re building a startup with co-founders, this is one of the most important (and least glamorous) agreements you’ll need to sign. The Founder’s Vesting Agreement defines how equity is earned—or retained—based on actual commitment to the company. And yes, it will save you a lot of problems down the road. What is vesting? Vesting

In an increasingly competitive ecosystem, startups that aim to scale and attract investors need to stand out not only through innovation, but also through legal robustness. During investment rounds, especially from the Seed or Series A stage, investors conduct rigorous audits — the famous due diligence. That’s where organization and protection of intangible assets become

Founding a startup is a daunting process, but with sound legal guidance, it’s possible to establish robust foundations that prevent future complications. The initial decisions made by startup founders can have long-term consequences. Making them confidently is crucial for the business’s success. That’s why effective legal support allows founders to focus on growth and scalability.

Some entrepreneurs wonder about the reasons for registering their trademark. Below, we highlight five fundamentals that demonstrate the importance of registration: 1. Uso exclusivo Once registered, the trademark becomes the property of the owner for ten years, and can be renewed successively. This ensures the exclusivity of use and the right to oppose the registration

What are Phantom Shares? If you are immersed in the Startup world you will have heard more than once about “Phantom Shares”. As their name indicates, Phantom Shares are “phantom” or fictitious participation rights. They are offered to employees as an incentive to remain in the Company. They are fictitious since with their granting only

If you have a Startup you have probably heard of the striking term “Cayman Sandwich”. But what is it? It is a legal structure that involves the use of a parent company in the Cayman Islands with a subsidiary in Delaware, USA in the middle and below it an operating company in the Latin American