Tokenized Shares

Tokenize your shares in Switzerland — secure and fast

Q: What are tokenized shares under Swiss law?

Tokenized shares (also called digital shares or ledger-based securities) are shares registered on a blockchain or distributed ledger that qualifies as a securities ledger under the Swiss DLT Act. The DLT Act, which came into force in 2021, created a legal framework for transferring rights via distributed ledger technology, giving tokenized shares the same legal standing as traditionally registered shares.

Q: Which companies can tokenize their shares in Switzerland?

Swiss AGs (stock corporations) can tokenize their shares by amending their articles of association to allow for ledger-based registration. The process is particularly popular among startups, SMEs and tech companies looking to streamline capital raising, shareholder management and secondary transfers. GmbHs cannot issue tokenized shares under current Swiss law.

Q: What is the process for tokenizing shares in Switzerland?

The process involves: (1) amending your articles of association to permit ledger-based securities; (2) selecting a compliant distributed ledger; (3) minting or registering the shares on the chosen ledger; and (4) updating your shareholder registry accordingly. A notarized general assembly resolution is required for the articles amendment. We handle all legal steps and coordinate with your notary.

Q: How long does share tokenization take?

From instruction to completion, the process typically takes two to four weeks, depending on how quickly the notary can schedule the necessary corporate action. Our tech-assisted drafting means we turn around documentation fast — so the timeline is usually driven by notary availability, not legal preparation.

Q: What does LEXR charge for tokenizing shares?

Our fixed-fee packages for tokenized shares start from CHF 1'600. The exact price depends on your company's current share structure and the complexity of the required amendments. We provide a firm quote before starting — no billable-hour surprises.

Q: Does tokenizing shares make them publicly tradeable?

Not automatically. Tokenizing shares does not make them publicly tradeable securities. They remain private company shares, but the ledger-based format makes peer-to-peer transfers and cap table management significantly more efficient. Any public offering would require separate regulatory steps (prospectus, etc.).

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✓ Switzerland's largest law firm focused on tech companies

✓ Fast and secure share tokenization process

✓ Compliant with Swiss DLT Act and blockchain law

✓ Transparent pricing — from CHF 1'600

✓ Supports capital raising for SMEs and startups

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How we solve your challenges

From legal structuring and documentation to ledger selection and ongoing corporate actions — the full tokenization process, in one team.

We assess your company's current share structure and advise on the optimal approach to tokenization under Swiss law. Our experts guide you through the requirements of the Swiss DLT Act — including the necessary amendments to your articles of association — so your tokenized shares are legally watertight from day one.

We draft all required legal documents for the tokenization of your shares, including amendments to your articles of association, resolutions, and any required regulatory filings. Our tech-assisted drafting ensures accuracy and speed without compromising on quality.

Not all blockchains are equal under Swiss law. We advise on which distributed ledger technologies qualify as securities ledgers under the DLT Act, helping you choose a compliant and commercially appropriate platform for your tokenized shares.

We integrate your tokenized share issuance into your existing cap table and ensure your shareholder registry complies with Swiss corporate law requirements. For startups using digital cap table tools, we coordinate seamlessly with your chosen platform.

After tokenization, corporate actions — capital increases, transfers, pledge arrangements — must be carried out correctly on the ledger and in the legal documentation. We provide ongoing support to keep your tokenized share structure clean and compliant.

The LEXR approach

How we deliver Tokenized Shares, AI-amplified

Step 01

Matter in

Brief us in plain language — we scope it and route it to the right specialist.

Intake < 4h

Step 02 AI · Privileged

AI does the heavy lifting

Our own AI stack drafts, reviews and cross-checks — inside privilege.

60% fewer draft cycles

Step 03

Senior lawyer signs off

The specialist who built the strategy reviews and signs every output.

Christian Meisser

Stephan D. Meyer

Silvan Amberg

Step 04

Output delivered

On scope, on the quoted price — delivered into your workflow.

Scope and price are fixed in writing before we start — AI absorbs the lift, not your budget.

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Our expert tokenized shares services

One team across the whole tokenization — from legal setup and documentation to ledger registration and beyond.

DLT Act compliance adviceArticles of association amendmentShare tokenization setupBlockchain ledger selectionShareholder registry managementCap table integrationToken issuance documentationCorporate actions on-chain

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Tokenized / Digital Shares Setup

End-to-end tokenization of your shares under Swiss DLT law — from articles of association amendment to ledger setup and documentation.

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Token Assessment

A comprehensive legal assessment of your token structure under Swiss and EU law — covering classification, regulatory requirements and next steps.

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Blockchain Project Legal Workshop

A focused 2-hour workshop covering jurisdiction fit, action plan and a clear roadmap for your tokenization or blockchain project.

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Why LEXR

Swiss DLT Act specialists

Deep expertise in Switzerland's pioneering DLT legislation. We have structured leading blockchain and tokenization projects since before the DLT Act came into force — your tokenized shares will be set up right the first time.

Transparent, fixed-fee pricing

Know exactly what you'll pay before we start. Our flat-fee packages for share tokenization give you full cost certainty — from CHF 1'600 — with no hidden hours or billing surprises.

Fast, tech-forward execution

We leverage advanced legal technology to deliver accurate, bespoke documentation quickly. Our lawyers focus on strategy and compliance, not copy-pasting clauses — so your tokenization completes on your timeline.

Tokenized Shares FAQ

The questions founders and companies ask us most before tokenizing their shares.

Tokenized shares (also called digital shares or ledger-based securities) are shares registered on a blockchain or distributed ledger that qualifies as a securities ledger under the Swiss DLT Act. The DLT Act, which came into force in 2021, created a legal framework for transferring rights via distributed ledger technology, giving tokenized shares the same legal standing as traditionally registered shares.

Swiss AGs (stock corporations) can tokenize their shares by amending their articles of association to allow for ledger-based registration. The process is particularly popular among startups, SMEs and tech companies looking to streamline capital raising, shareholder management and secondary transfers. GmbHs cannot issue tokenized shares under current Swiss law.

The process involves: (1) amending your articles of association to permit ledger-based securities; (2) selecting a compliant distributed ledger; (3) minting or registering the shares on the chosen ledger; and (4) updating your shareholder registry accordingly. A notarized general assembly resolution is required for the articles amendment. We handle all legal steps and coordinate with your notary.

From instruction to completion, the process typically takes two to four weeks, depending on how quickly the notary can schedule the necessary corporate action. Our tech-assisted drafting means we turn around documentation fast — so the timeline is usually driven by notary availability, not legal preparation.

Our fixed-fee packages for tokenized shares start from CHF 1'600. The exact price depends on your company's current share structure and the complexity of the required amendments. We provide a firm quote before starting — no billable-hour surprises.

Not automatically. Tokenizing shares does not make them publicly tradeable securities. They remain private company shares, but the ledger-based format makes peer-to-peer transfers and cap table management significantly more efficient. Any public offering would require separate regulatory steps (prospectus, etc.).