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Financial Services Lawyers for Funds & Investment Management
- Licensing & structuring for funds, managers & REs
- Fund setup, registration documents & offer materials
- Governance, risk & conflicts frameworks for funds
- AML/CTF & onboarding for all investor types
Run your funds & investment management business with clear licensing, documentation & compliance support.
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Legal, Licensing & Compliance Services for Funds & Investment Management
Property Funds
Licensing, structuring & compliance support for wholesale & retail property funds.
Equity Funds
Licensing, documentation & risk/governance frameworks for listed & unlisted equity funds.
Alternative Funds
Structuring, disclosure & risk frameworks for hedge, absolute‑return, credit & other alternative funds.
Investment Managers
Licensing, mandates, governance & trading‑practice support for investment managers.
Responsible Entities
AFSL, scheme registration, constitutions, compliance plans & governance support for Responsible Entities.
Venture Capital & Private Equity
Structuring, documentation, governance & AML/CTF support for VC & private equity firms and their funds.
Australia’s Leading Financial Services Law Firm for Funds & Investment Management
Rated 5-Star By Our Clients
Why Choose AFSL House For Licensing, Legal & Compliance?
Funds & Investment Management Expertise
We bring deep experience helping funds, investment managers & Responsible Entities design structures, investor terms & processes for raising, deploying & returning capital.
Integrated Structuring, Licensing & Compliance
We align structuring, licensing, documentation & governance so your funds & investment processes share one coherent compliance framework.
Practical, Commercial Advice
We give legal advice that respects your performance goals, fee models & investor relationships, not just black‑letter rules.
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Request a Free Consultation with one of our experienced AFSL Lawyers today.
Our 4‑Step Legal Roadmap for Funds & Investment Management
We turn complex structuring, licensing, documentation & compliance questions into a clear process from scoping through to launch & ongoing review.
200+
AFSL Applications
100%
Success Rate
Step 1: Business, Fund & Regulatory Scoping
We review your funds, roles, strategies & investors to advise on likely regulatory treatment & licensing needs.
Step 2: Entity, Governance & Licence Alignment
We align fund, manager & RE entities, governance & licence applications so roles & conditions fit together.
Step 3: Documentation & Framework Build‑Out
We assist with key fund & scheme documents and build governance, risk, valuation, liquidity, conflicts & AML/CTF frameworks.
Step 4: Launch Support & Ongoing Review
We support reviews, incidents, investor communications, marketing oversight & regulator dealings so frameworks stay current as you evolve.
Free & Practical AFSL Guides & Checklists
Free 90-seconds Assessment
Are you complying with your AFSL?
We understand the challenges of complying with your AFSL obligations. That’s why we created this free 90-second assessment.
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2026 Guide to AFSL Applications
A practical guide covering the key steps, milestones & timeframes for obtaining an AFS License.
Your AFSL Roadmap
An illustrative chart with key milestones & steps in applying for an AFSL & ensuring ongoing compliance.
AFSL Compliance Calendar
Comprehensive calendar outlining key compliance deadlines & obligations for AFSL holders throughout the year.
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.
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Request a Free Consultation with one of our experienced AFSL Lawyers today.
Insights Library
Practical AFSL Guides & Insights
Unlock free AFSL guides, checklists, and insights in our regularly updated Insights Library, written by legal experts.
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.
