Building FinTech
Building FinTech innovation ecosystem and product development
Implementation of FinTech projects. Ongoing support in compliance and operations.
FINTECH EXPERTISE
Experience of creating FinTech in founder and legal counsel roles
Expertise driven by multiple years of hands-on experience of working as co-founders of a licensed FinTech company.
Background story
Joanna Mamczur, founder of Innovation Advocate and an international business lawyer with extensive background in Banking & Finance, is a co-founder of an open banking FinTech company operating under the regulatory license of the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF).
Joanna was in charge of preparing the filing and coordinating the works with the technological/ software development Team in order to ensure the compliance of the company and its internal procedures.
The licence was granted under the PSD2 regulations for an open banking service called AIS – Account Information Service in a record short time of under 5 months despite the turbulences of period of end 2021/2022 in public economics and geopolitical situation.
Since 2023 Joanna has been also a lecturer at the University of Łódź for FinTech postgraduate studies, created as a grassroots movement by the growing FinTech cluster of Łódź, Poland.
The University Postgraduate FinTech Program is a response to the requests for quality education declared by experienced business professionals and aspiring startup founders.
Scope of support
Innovation Advocate brings to you business, legal and tech support tailored specifically for the dynamic world of Financial Technology (Fintech). Our multidisciplinary team of assciates and partners combines practical expertise with a deep understanding of the ever-evolving FinTech landscape. Whether you’re an established financial institution or a disruptive start-up, we’ve got you covered.
Legal advisory services and project management:
- compliance and corporate structuring – design of internal processes, procedures and policies (compliance by design approach),
- legal analyses and monitoring of regulatory requirements and preparation of FinTech-specific documentation (corporate and regulation-driven documentation for financial markets),
- representation in regulatory proceedings, contact with the public administration, incl. regulators,
- contribution to product development in direct cooperation with technological teams (incl. CTOs, IT infrastructure architects, software developers, project managers/ product owners),
- employment/ HR, contractors and vendors documentation drafting, negotiations and legal management.
Support in business development:
- support in developing strategy for growth and scaling for product/ service and company,
- B2B negotiations – negotiating cooperation terms and conditions with your business partners and clients,
- corporate finance – direct cooperation with founders and investors with regards to financing structures and support in fundraising process.
Why choose us?
- Regulatory Guidance: Navigating the complex regulatory environment is crucial for FinTech success. We offer expert advice on compliance, licensing, and structuring your business to meet legal requirements.
- Legal and Compliance Frameworks: We help design and implement robust legal frameworks, ensuring your FinTech venture operates smoothly within legal boundaries.
- Intellectual Property Protection: In a decentralized environment, safeguarding your intellectual property and trademark is essential. We guide you on the best strategies for IP protection.
- Cross-Border Expertise: If your FinTech business operates internationally, we provide guidance on cross-border activities and risk mitigation in cooperation with our partners.
Our track record
- Advised reputable financial institutions.
- Successfully handled licensing process for PSD2/ open banking solutions.
- Designed and created state-of-the-art documentation, processes and agreements implemented by financial institutions.
- Obtained relevant rulings from authorities accepting the filed requests.
- Drafted agreements, terms, and policies for FinTech ventures.
Join hands with us to transform regulatory challenges into competitive advantages.
Let’s shape the future of Fintech together!