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Financial Services Lawyers for CFD Brokers
- Licensing & authorisation strategy for CFD brokers
- Client agreements, PDS/disclosure wording & risk warnings for leveraged products
- Trading conduct, leverage, pricing & conflicts‑of‑interest policies
- AML/CTF programs tailored to CFD broking & client‑money activity
Build your CFD brokerage on a secure licensing & compliance foundation.
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Regulatory & Licensing Services for CFD Brokers
We design & execute the licensing, documentation & compliance frameworks your CFD brokerage needs.
Licensing Strategy & Authorisations
We assess your CFD business model to map the regimes you’ll engage & the licence authorisations you’re likely to need to offer CFDs in Australia.
Trading, Leverage & Risk Rules
We draft rules & procedures for leverage settings, order handling, execution, pricing & exposure limits so your trading model is clearly documented.
Product & Client Documentation
We draft client agreements, PDS/disclosure wording & risk warnings that explain how your CFDs work & the risks of leveraged trading.
Client Money, Margin & Liquidation Safeguards
We help design client‑money, margining & liquidation settings that support clear ownership, protection & regulatory expectations.
AUSTRAC Registration & AML/CTF Programs
We build AML/CTF policies, procedures & monitoring tailored to your CFD broking & client‑money activity.
Australia's Leading Financial Services Law Firm for CFD Brokers
200+
Successful AFSL
Applications
100%
AFSL Application
Success Rate
80+
Compliance
Platform Users
6
AFSL Lawyers
8x
Award-Winning
Rated 5-Star By Our Clients
Why Choose AFSL House for Your CFD Brokerage?
CFD‑First Expertise
We understand how CFD brokers operate, including leverage models, client profiles & how retail & wholesale clients trade.
Integrated Licensing & Compliance
We align licensing strategy, client documentation, product disclosures, trading‑conduct rules, client‑money settings & AML/CTF into one coherent framework.
Commercially Practical Advice
We explain regulatory constraints & help you protect spreads, revenue & client relationships and the way your business actually works.
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Our 4‑Step Licensing & Compliance Roadmap for CFD Brokers
We turn complex licensing & compliance questions for CFD brokers into a clear process from scoping through to launch & ongoing review.
200+
AFSL Applications
100%
Success Rate
Step 1: Perimeter & Licence Scoping
We assess your CFD products, leverage settings, services & business model to advise whether licensing is required in Australia & what authorisations are likely needed to offer CFDs.
Step 2: Application & Structural Alignment
We prepare licence applications or variations & align your governance, people & entity structure with your licence conditions.
Step 3: Documentation & Policy Build‑Out
We draft or refine client agreements, PDS/disclosure wording & risk warnings for CFDs, plus trading conduct, leverage, pricing, conflicts & AML/CTF policies that support your licensed activities.
Step 4: Ongoing Oversight & Review
We support periodic reviews, incident response & regulator engagement so your licensing & compliance frameworks stay current as your CFD brokerage evolves.
End‑to‑End Broker Licensing & Compliance Services
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FX Brokers
Licensing, documentation & conduct frameworks for FX brokers providing spot & leveraged foreign exchange trading.
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AFSL Compliance Calendar
Comprehensive calendar outlining key compliance deadlines & obligations for AFSL holders throughout the year.
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Who We Are
Founded in 2020 by senior financial services lawyer Peter Hagias, AFSL House specialises in regulatory and legal services for AFSL holders. Our expert team serves fintech companies, fund managers, and financial planners both locally and internationally, delivering compliance solutions that withstand regulatory scrutiny.
Under Peter’s leadership as an industry consultant and compliance committee chair, we continue to provide outstanding support to Australia’s financial services sector.
Market-Leading, Comprehensive AFSL Services
AFSL House offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the needs of financial services companies seeking an Australian Financial Services Licences (AFSL) and compliance support.
AFSL Applications
We are proud to have a 100% success rate in AFSL applications, ensuring our clients obtain their AFSL in record time.
Compliance & Regulation
AFSL House prepares tailored risk and compliance frameworks to ensure you comply with your AFSL obligations.
Legal Support
Our expert team of specialised AFSL lawyers provides holistic legal services to AFSL holders & AFSL Applicants.
AFSL Audits & Investigations
We deliver comprehensive governance audits to avoid enforcement action and assist in ASIC and AUSTRAC investigations.
AFSL for Hire
Be appointed as a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) under our AFSL to commence operations quickly.
Marketplace for AFSL
Access our curated database of existing AFSL sellers and brokers to expedite your license acquisition process.
AFSL Responsible Manager Recruitment
Connecting AFSL holders and applicants with qualified Responsible Managers. Expert RM sourcing and placement.
White-Label Services
We enable legal and consulting firms to offer AFSL expertise under their own brand through our white-label solutions.