Blockchain, cryptocurrencies and other emerging financial technologies will play a significant role in the future economy, causing those involved to adapt to new ways of doing business. This technology is changing rapidly, bringing a host of novel legal issues for financial companies operating in this area. GRSM’s attorneys provide sophisticated business advice on the legal and commercial issues that arise from the use of these technologies.
Blockchain – a decentralized ledger that uses computers to securely record and verify transactions – could be the future of finance. Our attorneys not only understand the technology behind distributed digital ledger systems, we also have experience in the business issues that arise, enabling us to advise our clients effectively.
We advise companies on negotiations, agreements and transactions involving blockchain, cryptocurrencies and other financial technologies (fintech)
We help clients create coins and tokens associated with the launch of new distributed networks
We monitor the evolving regulatory developments and enforcement actions concerning digital assets
We advise on Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regulations, Anti-money-laundering compliance policies and compliance with the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
We routinely handle litigation involving all kinds of claims arising from blockchain, cryptocurrencies and related applications
We work with our Cyber, Privacy & Data Security team to advise our clients on consumer protection and privacy
