Financial Services Lawyers for Crypto OTC & Liquidity Providers

Run your crypto OTC or liquidity provider business with clear licensing & compliance support.

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Specialist Licensing & Compliance for OTC Providers & Market Makers

We advise crypto OTC providers, liquidity providers & market makers on licensing, documentation & day‑to‑day compliance so they can operate with confidence.

Regulatory Perimeter & Licensing Advice

We advise whether your OTC or liquidity provider business requires licensing in Australia & which authorisations are likely appropriate for your trading & liquidity activities.

Licensing Applications & Variations

We prepare licence applications & variations, including the authorisations commonly needed for OTC dealing & liquidity provision.

Trading Agreements & Counterparty Documentation

We draft or refine trading agreements, liquidity terms & counterparty risk disclosures for your institutional OTC & liquidity relationships.

Trading Conduct, Pricing & Conflicts

We design policies for pricing, quote management, hedging & conflicts‑of‑interest so your trading conduct is clearly documented & aligned with regulatory expectations.

Client Money, Collateral & Risk Governance

We help document how collateral, client funds & positions are held, margined & liquidated so responsibilities & protections are clearly set out.

AML/CTF & AUSTRAC Programs

We develop AML/CTF programs & advise on AUSTRAC obligations tailored to institutional OTC & liquidity provider activity.

Australia’s Leading Financial Services Law Firm for Crypto OTC & Liquidity Providers

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Why Choose AFSL House for Your OTC or Liquidity Provider Business?

OTC & Liquidity Expertise

We understand how crypto OTC & liquidity businesses operate, including acting as a trading counterparty for institutional clients.

Integrated Licensing & Compliance

We align licensing strategy, trading & liquidity agreements, conduct policies & AML/CTF programs into one coherent framework instead of scattered fixes.

Commercially Practical Advice

We explain regulatory constraints & help you protect spreads, relationships & the way your desk actually trades.

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Our 4‑Step Roadmap for OTC & Liquidity Providers

We turn complex licensing & compliance questions for crypto OTC & liquidity businesses into a clear process from scoping through to launch & ongoing review.

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Step 1: Perimeter & Licensing Scoping

We assess your products & trading model to advise whether licensing is required in Australia & what authorisations are likely needed.

Step 2: Application & Structural Alignment

We prepare licence applications or variations, advise on responsible manager coverage & align your entity structure with your licence conditions.

Step 3: Documentation & Policy Build‑Out

We draft or refine trading & liquidity agreements, counterparty documentation, trading conduct & conflicts policies, and AML/CTF materials that support your licenced activities.

Step 4: Ongoing Oversight & Review

We support periodic reviews, incident response & regulator engagement so your licensing & compliance frameworks stay current as your business evolves.

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2026 Guide to AFSL Applications

A practical guide covering the key steps, milestones & timeframes for obtaining an AFS License.

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Your AFSL Roadmap

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AFSL Compliance Checklist

AFSL Compliance Calendar

Comprehensive calendar outlining key compliance deadlines & obligations for AFSL holders throughout the year.

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AFSL Guides & Insights for Crypto & Digital Assets

Stay ahead of evolving regulation. Access free guides, checklists & insights on crypto licensing, written by our specialist AFSL lawyers.

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Complete AFSL Guide for Crypto & Blockchain Licensing in Australia

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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.

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