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AL&CIA for Families


AL&CIA gives families a scalable, governance-first Family Office architecture that protects patrimony, preserves legacy, and enables disciplined growth.

Our architecture pairs a shared institutional platform (Foundation → Holding → Capital Management) with each family’s private Shield Vehicle, trust, and project vehicles so families gain professional continuity without losing ownership.

What we deliver for families

  • Protected ownership:
    Family assets are consolidated into a Family Heritage Shield Vehicle and administered with fiduciary separation.
  • Governance continuity:
    Foundation-level purpose and governance protocols preserve intergenerational intent.
  • Liquidity without loss of ownership:
    Fiduciary cash-flow mechanisms enable project financing and liquidity while preserving title.
  • Risk isolation: 
    SPVs hold high-return projects non-recoursed to family assets.
  • Barbell allocation by default: 
    Disciplined 80–90% low-risk / 10–20% opportunity split, adapted to each family.
  • Operational platform: 
    Secure, segregated infrastructure and coordinated advisor integration.
  • Migration path to autonomy: 
    Families can graduate from shared platform to a fully autonomous FO stack when ready.

Benefits at a glance

  • Preserve wealth, identity, and family purpose.
  • Reduce intergenerational disputes through clear rules.
  • Unlock liquidity while protecting underlying assets.
  • Access institutional-grade deals without surrendering control.
  • Scale governance as family complexity grows.

Use Cases

The Ramirez Family

All narrative examples below are fictional and intended for illustration only. Any resemblance to actual persons or events is purely coincidental.

Services 

Fee principles

AL&CIA uses a transparent, percentage-based pricing model. All fees are published and proportional to assets or outcomes.

  • No hidden commissions, retrocessions, or product kickbacks.
  • No fixed institutional markups on custody or execution.
  • Clear separation between AL&CIA fees and third-party professional costs.

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FAQ

Top Family FAQs

Q — Do we lose ownership by joining AL&CIA?
A: No. Families retain legal ownership via Family Heritage Shield Vehicles; AL&CIA provides management and governance services under contract.

Q — Who decides on sales, mortgages or major changes?
A: Decisions follow the family charter and governance protocol. The Foundation preserves mission oversight and veto rights where appropriate (described at a high level; operational details are contractual).

Q — Can a spouse or third party sell protected assets?
A: Under the Family Heritage Shield Vehicle & Trust architecture, unauthorized sales are contractually constrained and subject to governance approval — protecting heirs and projects.

Q — How long does onboarding take?
A: Typical onboarding (Family Heritage Shield Vehicle + Trust + basic governance) ≈ 8–12 weeks, depending on documentation and local filings. Longer times expected for independent family offices as they are scheduled per the Migration LOI.

Q — Who holds custody of investments?
A: Regulated custodians or banks selected with family approval. AL&CIA does not custody client funds.

Q — Can we use our existing advisors?
A: Yes. AL&CIA integrates external lawyers, accountants, and trustees within the FO ecosystem under clear role separation.

Q — Are family data and finances shared with other families?
A:
Never. Strict technical and legal firewalls separate every family’s data and entities.

AL&CIA for Beneficiaries


AL&CIA provides beneficiaries — heirs, spouses, and next-generation members — with a clear, structured, and protected framework for receiving, managing, and enjoying family assets without the uncertainty and conflicts that often arise during wealth transfers.

What AL&CIA ensures for beneficiaries

  • Predictable, non-discretionary asset access
    Clear rules define who receives what, when, and under what conditions, avoiding confusion or unequal treatment.
  • Protection against external risks
    Family Heritage Shield Vehicle + Trust architecture protects family assets against:
    • Divorces
    • Creditor claims
    • Incapacity of decision-makers
    • Family disputes
    • Forced sales
    • Sudden leadership voids
  • Objective governance instead of subjective decisions
    Decisions follow the Family Charter and Governance Protocol — not emotions or interpersonal conflicts.
  • Cross-border compliance & simplicity
    Beneficiaries in different countries receive distributions that are legally harmonized and tax-compliant in each jurisdiction.
  • Guaranteed project continuity
    Ongoing businesses, estates, and investments keep functioning even if a key family member becomes incapacitated.
  • Transparency without exposure
    Beneficiaries receive clear reporting, risk explanations, and decision logs — without needing direct operational involvement.
  • Safeguards for vulnerable or young beneficiaries
    Trustees and the family council can set staged access, education pathways, and protections for minors or individuals with special needs.

Benefits at a glance

  • Fair distribution, no surprises.
  • Lower family conflict.
  • Protected against external claims and internal disputes.
  • Clear roles, expectations, and rights.
  • Safer pathways into adulthood for younger heirs.
  • A long-term system that preserves family unity.

Use Cases

The Ramirez Beneficiaries

Continuing the fictional narrative of the Ramírez family, we now focus on the beneficiaries — the ones who inherit the structure, not just the assets. Any resemblance to actual persons or events is purely coincidental.

Services 

Fee principles

AL&CIA uses a transparent, percentage-based pricing model. All fees are published and proportional to assets or outcomes.

  • No hidden commissions, retrocessions, or product kickbacks.
  • No fixed institutional markups on custody or execution.
  • Clear separation between AL&CIA fees and third-party professional costs.

  Explore our Services Prices Services Pricing  

FAQ

Top Family FAQs

Q — Will I receive my share automatically?
A: Yes. Distribution rules in the Trust ensure predictable flows without discretionary changes.

Q — Can another heir block my access?
A: No. Beneficiary rights are contractual and protected by governance protocols.

Q — What happens if I live in another country?
A: The distribution mechanism adjusts to your jurisdiction’s compliance requirements.

Q — Can spouses access family assets?
A: Access is governed by the Trust and Shield Fund rules — spouses do not gain ownership or control.

Q — What if the primary decision-maker becomes incapacitated?
A: Pre-defined incapacity protocols ensure continuity, protecting your rights without delays.

Q — Do I have to manage anything directly?
A: No. AL&CIA and your family council handle operations. You receive reporting and distributions according to the Family Charter.