Robert Soerd

Legal Advisor

Robert Soerd is a Legal & Regulatory Advisor at Legalaes, specializing in fintech, crypto, and international regulatory strategy. He advises financial institutions and technology-driven businesses on navigating complex licensing frameworks, including MSB (Canada/US), EMI/PI (EU), CASP under MiCA, and Swiss SRO structures.

With a strong foundation in technology, cybersecurity, and operational oversight, Robert bridges legal structuring with practical implementation, ensuring that solutions are both compliant and commercially effective. His work spans multiple jurisdictions, including the EU, North America, the UAE, and offshore markets, where he collaborates directly with regulators, compliance professionals, and industry stakeholders.

Areas of Expertise

Fintech and crypto regulatory strategy CASP (MiCA), EMI/PI, and MSB licensing Cross-border corporate structuring AML/KYC compliance frameworks Tokenization and digital asset structures Payment systems and gateway integration

Languages

Russian Estonian English

Participated in exhibition:

  • Blockchain Life Dubai 2025

Completed courses:

  • AML/CFT training 2023

Latest posts by Robert Soerd

Who Needs RPAA Registration in Canada, and Who May Be Exempt?

The Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA) is a Canadian federal law that mandates the registration of payment service providers (PSPs) to ensure compliance with

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Legal Advisor

Cross-border business setup Regulatory compliance and licensing Crypto and fintech legal frameworks

Project Manager

Banking and payment solutions Compliance project management Regulatory licensing support

Attorney at Law 

Fintech and crypto regulatory advisory CASP (MiCA), MSB, and cross-border licensing Litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution

Product Developer

Product development and service structuring Market intelligence and competitor analysis Pricing strategy and commercial positioning

International Law Associate

Corporate law and company formation Cross-border legal structuring Financial services regulation

Legal Advisor

Company formation and corporate structuring Regulatory licensing (crypto, fintech, forex) Banking and payment solutions

Legal Advisor

Cross-border business setup Corporate structuring and company formation Fintech and crypto regulatory licensing

Head of Fintech

AML/KYC frameworks and compliance Fintech regulatory strategy and licensing Crypto and financial services compliance

Head of Blockchain and Crypto

Tokenization and digital asset structures Blockchain and crypto regulatory strategy CASP (MiCA), MSB, and crypto licensing

CEO & Head of Regulatory Compliance

Banking and payment solutions Fintech and crypto project strategy International licensing (CASP/MiCA, EMI/PI, MSB)