Mihhail Sherle

Mihhail Sherle is the Head of Legal & Compliance at Gofaizen & Sherle, bringing 13 years of experience as a lawyer, including seven years specifically in the FinTech sector focused on AML/CTF compliance. Over the past five years, he has successfully assisted more than 300 projects in obtaining financial licenses, including those for crypto-asset service providers, investment fund managers, and various other financial licenses encompassing payments, consumer credits, insurance, and financial brokerage.

Experience and Contributions

In addition to his work supporting the private sector, Mihhail actively shares his expertise at industry events, including the Estonian Business Forum, Banana Conf Tallinn, AML & ESG training sessions, as well as strategic workshops and webinars across LATAM. He contributes valuable insights to the field through publications that explore EU financial licensing, compliance regulations, AML training, and related topics.

Recent Publications and Presentations

Some of Mihhail’s recent works include:

• How to Create a VASP: Top Questions From a FinTech Lawyer
  Read for BeInCrypto.com
• Secure Fintech: How One Estonian Company is Launching a Project to Train Anti-Money Laundering Specialists Across the EU
  Read for Äripäev.ee
• Online Webinar: Operate in the EU Without MiCA: Legal Workarounds and Strategic Partnerships
  Watch the Webinar
• GLI: Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulation 2024
  Read the Chapter
• GLI: Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulation 2025
  Read the Publication
• Simplify Labs and Gofaizen & Sherle to Host Webinar on MiCA-Free Crypto Strategies for 2025
  Press Release
• MiCA: The Complete Guide on the New Regulation
  Read on LinkedIn
• Estonia Needs Exports: Why Fintech and Consulting Are Becoming the Driving Force of the Estonian Economy
  Read Article

Mihhail’s extensive knowledge in legal and compliance matters uniquely positions him to guide clients through the complexities of the evolving regulatory landscape in the FinTech industry.