Asset tokenization services

Asset tokenization is the process of representing legally enforceable rights to real-world assets on a blockchain using digital tokens. Such tokens reflect ownership rights, debt obligations, or other economic interests while maintaining a connection to traditional legal systems.

Tokenization does not create a new class of assets. It merely converts existing rights into digital form, making them more flexible, divisible, and easier to transfer. Unlike cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets are based on real economic relationships and are regulated by securities, investment, or financial instruments legislation.

Tokenization applies to a wide range of assets, including:

• real estate and property rights;
• debt instruments, including bonds and private loans;
• shares in investment funds;
• commodities and inventory assets;
• alternative assets, including art and structured products.

These assets are collectively referred to as real-world assets (RWA), meaning assets that exist outside the blockchain but have legally recognized value.

Key benefits of tokenization include operational efficiency, transparency, and the ability to hold fractional shares in assets that are traditionally indivisible.

For asset owners and issuers

Tokenization allows:

• raise capital from a global pool of investors;
• divide assets into smaller shares;
• automate settlements, payouts, and corporate actions;
• reduce operational and transaction costs.

For investors

Investors gain:

• access to previously illiquid assets;
• a transparent and verifiable ownership history;
• the ability to manage investments more flexibly;
• faster and more efficient settlements.

One of the key features of tokenization is that entries in the blockchain do not, in and of themselves, create legal rights. To ensure legal validity, a token must be linked to an asset through an off-chain structure recognized by law.

In practice, the following are used for this purpose:

• special purpose vehicles (SPVs);
• trust structures;
• contractual arrangements governing the rights of token holders.

It is precisely these legal mechanisms that enable investors to exercise their rights outside the blockchain and protect their interests in court.

Gofaizen & Sherle provides comprehensive support for tokenization projects—from initial analysis to post-launch support. Our services include:

Project Evaluation

We analyze:

• the type and structure of the asset;
• the legal clarity of ownership rights;
• the asset’s suitability for tokenization;
• possible legal restrictions.

Legal structuring

We develop a legal model for the project, including:

• the creation of an SPV or other ownership structure;
• allocation of rights among participants;
• drafting of agreements and corporate documents.

Regulatory classification of tokens

We determine whether a token qualifies as:

• securities;
• investment contracts;
• other types of digital assets;

This classification determines the requirements for licensing, disclosure, and the pool of eligible investors.

Documentation Preparation

We draft and finalize:

• terms of token issuance;
• documents for investors;
• legal opinions and risk disclosures.

Licensing and interaction with regulators

We assist with:

• selecting the optimal jurisdiction;
• submitting applications for licenses or registration;
• communication with regulatory authorities.

Post-launch support

Our services include:

• support for regulatory compliance;
• support for secondary token trading;
• assistance with reporting and corporate actions.

Gofaizen & Sherle supports tokenization projects at every stage of their lifecycle.

Despite its significant potential, tokenization is associated with a number of risks:

• differences in regulation across jurisdictions;
• dependence of investors’ rights on the reliability of the legal structure;
• lack of guaranteed liquidity in the secondary market;
• operational and custodial risks;

A comprehensive legal analysis allows us to minimize these risks and ensure the project’s sustainability.

Gofaizen & Sherle is an international law and consulting firm specializing in regulated business models in the fields of digital assets, fintech, and payments.

Our experience includes:

• supporting over 800 regulated projects;
• operations in more than 50 jurisdictions;
• a track record of engaging with financial regulators worldwide;
• in-depth expertise in licensing, securities, and digital assets.

This service is designed for companies and asset owners who view tokenization as a tool for structuring investments, raising capital, or digitally transforming their business models, and who require comprehensive legal support at every stage of the project.

We work with:

• owners of real estate and other real assets;
• investment funds and management companies;
• fintech platforms and token issuers;
• family offices and institutional investors.

If you are considering asset tokenization, the Gofaizen & Sherle team is ready to conduct a legal assessment, develop a project structure, and ensure compliance with legal requirements at every stage.