The Fold Legal Pty Ltd

The Fold Legal Pty Ltd is a distinguished boutique law firm devoted to aiding financial services and credit businesses in navigating regulatory, corporate, and commercial intricacies. With a strong emphasis on financial services regulation, the firm offers expert guidance on licensing, regulatory advice, investigations, enforcement proceedings, and much more. Their services extend to AFSL and ACL applications, structuring, financial requirements, distribution models, and compliance with AML/CTF obligations. The Fold Legal also specialises in drafting disclosure documents and handling complex financial product regulations. The firm's commitment to client support is evident in their management of regulatory investigations, enforcement proceedings, and compliance with ASIC notices. They are among the top three firms nationally for managing applications with ASIC, having prepared over 500 licensing applications and variations. The Fold Legal offers comprehensive training through their Responsible Managers Masterclasses, designed to ensure senior managers are well-versed in AFS and NCCP requirements. These interactive sessions cover the roles and responsibilities of managers, the intricacies of regulation in the financial services industry, and AFS licensees’ obligations. Additionally, The Fold Legal provides tailored solutions in succession planning, enabling businesses to effectively plan for the future through employee share offer plans, shareholder agreements, management buyouts, and more. The firm's expertise in agreements and relationships ensures that clients receive meticulous advice on a variety of commercial agreements, catering to fintech, general insurance, wealth management, and the credit sector. As part of Halo Group Holdings and having joined Hamilton Locke from 1 September 2022, The Fold Legal remains a trusted partner in the financial services legal landscape.