Our Services

We assist clients with transactional work, from simple mergers to complex international restructurings. 

For example: The CEO of the Swiss subsidiary of a multinational group of companies approaches Vectra Advisors for assistance with a group restructuring affecting the Swiss entity. We design the Swiss-side step plan and support the client with execution of all the necessary steps. 

We review, draft and negotiate share purchase agreements to ensure that our clients’ rights are protected.

For example: An established tech company asks Vectra Advisors to draft a share purchase agreement for acquisition of a promising tech start-up. We also advise on correct transfer of share ownership and ensure the transaction closing runs smoothly and is complete. 

We review, draft and negotiate shareholders’ agreements to ensure that they are comprehensive and clear, and that all parties are aligned and understand their rights and responsibilities. A solid shareholders’ agreement promotes a successful business partnership. 

For example: The founders of a startup turn to us to draft a founders’ shareholder agreement. In the course of their first financing round, we assist them with redesigning a shareholder agreement for them and their investors that outlines investors’ rights and benefits, voting procedures and limitations on the transfer of shares. 

We provide guidance on the legal and documentary requirements to convert your GmbH to an AG – from the first step to the last. 

For example: The founders of a GmbH want to convert the company to an AG to facilitate raising capital from investors. They approach Vectra Advisors for assistance with the conversion process in order to successfully register their new AG. 

We understand the functioning and complexities of SaaS / SaaP and work with our clients to review, draft and negotiate SaaS / SaaP agreements in order to ensure that their interests are protected. 

For example: You’re a SaaS provider that needs to negotiate an agreement with a major new client. We provide a state-of-the-art draft agreement to ensure that your terms are respected, your intellectual property is protected and the agreement can be terminated upon various conditions. 

We have experience reviewing and drafting agreements that meet the needs of both licensors and licensees. 

For example: You’re a software company that wants to license your technology to another company. We assist you in drafting a licensing agreement that outlines the scope of the license, modalities of the licensing fee, the rights and obligations of each party and limitations on the use of the technology. 

We assist you in obtaining non-action letters from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) as confirmation that the regulatory authority does not object to a specific project or transaction. We can help you to navigate the regulatory framework, prepare the necessary documentation and make the application to FINMA. 

For example: If you are launching a blockchain-based payment system, we can help you obtain a FINMA non-action letter to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. 

We provide legal advice on tokenization of assets and issuance of stablecoins – from A to Z. 

For example: You envisage launching a project to tokenize a modern art collection. Your team at Vectra Advisors helps you structure and launch a compliant tokenization project. 

Our team can help you create a compliant framework for the issuance and transfer of tokenized shares. 

For example: If your venture is looking at issuing tokenized shares for your blockchain-based startup, we can advise on the necessary legal documents and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. 

We assist our clients in setting up foundations and associations for their blockchain-based projects. Our team can provide legal advice on the structure and governance of these entities.

For example: If you are looking to set up a foundation to support your blockchain-based social impact project, we can provide legal advice on the governance structure, draft the necessary documents and support you in setting up the foundation in a compliant way. 

We provide legal advice on the setup and governance of decentralized finance (DeFi) and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). Our team can help you to structure and launch a compliant DeFi or DAO project.

For example: If your venture is looking at setting up a DeFi platform, we can advise on the necessary legal documents and ensure compliance with securities laws.

We provide legal advice on the regulatory framework for public token sales, including initial coin offerings (ICOs) and security token offerings (STOs). We also advise on private token sales, including the use of Simple Agreements for Future Tokens (SAFTs). 

For example: Your venture is looking at conducting a security token offering (STO). We can advise on the regulatory requirements and support on all legal matters in relation to the offering. If you first need to determine the regulatory status of your token, we can do the legal analysis and structure your project in compliance with applicable laws. We also support you on obtaining a FINMA non-action letter, if applicable.

We provide legal advice on the use of NFTs in the digital art and gaming industries. Our team can help you navigate the legal issues surrounding the ownership and transfer of NFTs and draft general terms and conditions. 

For example: If your venture is looking at using NFTs in your blockchain-based digital art marketplace, we can provide legal advice on the necessary documents and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

We provide comprehensive support for companies operating on the Swiss financial market and advise on all types of FINMA regulations, licenses and approvals.

For example: You’re a FinTech payment service startup that needs to ensure compliance with FINMA regulations from day one. We can assist you with a comprehensive assessment of areas of activity and regulatory requirements, legal risks, as well as with obtaining any necessary approvals or licenses.

Vectra Advisors has extensive experience with financial regulations for blockchain ventures and provides comprehensive support for all types of blockchain-related activities, including smart contracts, token offerings and ICOs.

For example: You’re a company that operates in the blockchain space and needs assistance with your financial regulatory obligations. We can support you on an ongoing basis with identifying and fulfilling regulatory requirements as your business grows and branches out. 

We provide legal advice on the regulatory framework for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), including cryptocurrency exchanges, brokers, and payment systems. 

For example: Your start-up is looking at obtaining a license as a crypto broker in Switzerland. We can provide legal advice on the necessary documentation, prepare the application, and advise you on compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 

We provide legal advice on membership in Swiss self-regulatory organizations (SROs) for those businesses that need it. 

For example: You need to apply for membership to a Swiss SRO for your blockchain-based investment platform. Our team can help you prepare the necessary documents, organize and submit the application, and take care of communication with and follow-up questions by the SRO. 

We support employers with drafting, reviewing, and updating their employment policies and employee regulations, including PTO and leave policies. We work closely with our clients to ensure that their policies comply with applicable laws and regulations and reflect their company culture and values. 

For example: You’re head of HR and want to update your company’s employee handbook, which is now 10 years old, to ensure it complies with labor laws and reflects state-of-the-art practice. We work closely with you to identify outdated regulations and update and modernize your employee policies so they are fair and balanced, but also protect your company’s interests. 

Our ESOP/PSOP services are designed for companies looking to implement employee stock option plans or phantom stock option plans. We assist with drafting plan documents, ensuring these are suitable for your business and employees and your company’s interests are protected. 

For example: You’re a startup founder who wants to implement an employee stock option plan to attract and retain top talent. They approach our firm for assistance with drafting the plan documents and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. We provide legal advice and support throughout the process, helping the startup to successfully implement their ESOP and achieve their HR goals.