naethaan

Oversaw legal structuring, token model design, and platform compliance in preparation for FinTech product launch on Hedera network, supported by Hedera Foundation grant. Coordinated stakeholder alignment with developers, marketers, and external counsel across GTM strategy, sponsorships, and regulatory framing. Drafted and revised legal content including staking terms, rewards policies, and internal governance frameworks. Represented Origin in Hedera ecosystem governance and strategy circles to build alignment between platform design, token utility, and on-chain incentives. Managed team of developers creating the staking and investment platform.

Supported launch of 5+ tokenized projects and advised 25+ clients across five jurisdictions on risk-managed go-to-market strategy. Advised early-stage web3 startups on corporate formation strategy, structured BVI, Panama, Cayman Island, and Delaware entities for token issuance, DAO governance, and cross-border participation. Drafted and negotiated a broad suite of commercial agreements including SAFTs, SAFEs, token warrants, side letters, advisor agreements, and technology licensing contracts. Supported venture capital investment processes by conducting legal due diligence on portfolio companies, reviewing cap tables and token allocation models, and drafting investment instruments. Consulted on the design and deployment of token ecosystems, including analysis of token utility, securities risk, staking mechanics, and integration with community governance. Provided legal architecture and compliance advice for NFT launches, web3 platform T&Cs, and DAO operational frameworks. Assisted clients in onboarding to centralized exchanges, crypto banks, and institutional custody providers by preparing KYC documentation, corporate resolutions, and compliance policies. Collaborated with developers and product teams to translate regulatory constraints into compliant, business-driven legal documentation. Maintained ongoing monitoring of legal developments across the SEC, CFTC, FCA, and EU MiCA/AMLD frameworks, providing actionable guidance on evolving regulatory risks.

Conducted legal research and advised on early-stage issues involving startup formation, founder equity splits, IP assignment, and convertible financing instruments (SAFE, restricted stock, options). Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents, including technology transfer agreements, corporate actions, director resignations, and trademark settlement terms. Provided regulatory analysis and tax structuring support to VC clients making charitable donations from fund assets. Collaborated directly with founders and supervising attorneys to resolve entity governance issues and prepare companies for investment diligence.

Managed company-wide distribution of goods to customers across 8 US locations and 6 overseas locations. Liaison for all subdivisions with headquarters for all distribution issues and WMS training.

Selected for Combat Systems Officer rated position (92T1), placed in Delayed Entry Program (DEP) for duration of COVID-19 pandemic. Disqualified for color vision deficiency following final medical testing.

Drafted and argued motions across multiple procedural contexts, including dismissals, vacatur, stays, and reargument, under New York Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR). Appeared in Bronx and Kings County Supreme Courts for hearings, both independently and with supervising counsel. Disputed and successfully overturned administrative violations for small business clients before NYC Environmental Control Board. Supervised and trained a team of four interns, reviewing litigation drafts and coordinating case preparation timelines. Developed litigation judgment and adversarial writing skills through direct exposure to motion practice, procedural negotiations, and court appearance strategy.

Performed client intake, identifying general issues and making fact-based inquiries to gather relevant information for supervising attorney.