Dilendorf Law Firm PLLC is a top-rated bitcoin law firm in New York City providing comprehensive legal services to clients in the cryptocurrency industry.
Our experienced attorneys assist blockchain startups, investors, broker-dealers, and others in various aspects of digital asset transactions in compliance with US laws.
We specialize in crypto litigation cases, including those against cryptocurrency exchanges involving theft of crypto.
Our team is also highly skilled in designing efficient onshore and offshore asset protection structures for safeguarding your digital assets.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Successfully represented clients in over 50 cases recovering stolen digital assets and Bitcoin from major US cryptocurrency exchanges
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Prepared expert opinions for several early cryptocurrency adopters applying for EB-5 green-cards in response to USCIS requests for additional evidence of the legal sources of digital funds (BTC/ETH).
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Represented blockchain-based marine navigation service with AI capabilities in the process of raising capital via a TGE from US and non-US investors through Regulation D and S offerings.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Represented B2B / B2C blockchain freelance platform in the process of raising capital through Regulation D and S offerings to US and non-US investors. We provided review and analysis of the white paper and the project, preparation of the private placement memorandum (PPM), subscription agreements. We also gave guidance regarding the process of investor accreditation as well as AML/KYC checks, and filing Form D with the SEC.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Represented a blockchain-based gaming platform in connection with structuring Regulation D and S offerings. We performed full review of the project, drafted a private placement memorandum and purchase agreement to launch the sale. We provided guidance through the process of verifying US accredited investors and completing KYC/AML checks, and filing form D with the SEC.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Represented a decentralized crypto exchange platform and advised the company regarding the process of raising capital in the U.S through SEC Regulation A+ and D offerings. We provided advice on obtaining money transmitting licenses in all 50 states, and preparing all necessary offering documents to launch a token sale in the U.S
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised a client on completing a real estate purchase in New York using Bitcoin.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised a digital accounting and data management provider on obtaining money transmitter licenses and New York BitLicense in relation to incorporating crypto/fiat payment system, crypto/fiat conversion and digital wallet services into their platform.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised a decentralized e-commerce platform on obtaining money transmitter and New York BitLicense in relation to their crypto/fiat exchange services and escrow services via integrated smart wallet.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised a Thai-based company on issuing a stablecoin pegged to the US dollars in compliance with US federal and state laws and regulations
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised digital asset issuer on traceability of their digital securities and tracking their cap table on the blockchain.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised a real estate investor on the due diligence and mechanics of structuring a real estate transaction using Bitcoin, including blockchain forensics due diligence.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Advised a digital securities buyer on the issues of tracking his assets and receiving refund in cryptocurrency.
ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE
Provided expert legal opinion and report demonstrating traceability and legality of a client’s Bitcoin and Ethereum holdings in connection with an EB-5 investment.
US agencies increasingly regulate Bitcoin, Ethereum, and virtual tokens. Dilendorf Law Firm stays current with changes and informs clients of how they affect them.
We offer a broad range of cryptocurrency services for clients of all kinds, including:
Crypto Asset Protection Trusts:
Assisting clients with with designing onshore and offshore asset protection structures for efficient protection of crypto from creditors, divorces, and partnership disputes.
Crypto Litigation & Recovery of Stolen Crypto:
Assisting clients with recovering stolen digital assets from major US cryptocurrency exchanges, including Coinbase, Gemini, and Binance
Assisting clients in recovering stolen digital assets resulting from phone carrier negligence in Sim Swap incidents, such as T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T
Resolving disputes involving cryptocurrencies through alternative dispute resolution or litigation, including claims involving breach of contract, theft, or fraud
Regulatory Support:
Investigating and advising virtual-token issuers of the application of state and federal securities, commodities, and money-services laws to their tokens
Assisting clients in understanding and complying with cryptocurrency-specific state regulations, such as New York’s BitLicense regulatory framework
Protecting our clients by responding quickly and effectively to regulatory or administrative actions with respect to their cryptocurrencies and virtual tokens, such as subpoenas, audits, and seizures
Tax Support:
Counseling investors, brokers, and others of the state and federal tax consequences of acquiring, holding, earning income from, or selling cryptocurrencies or tokens
Tax Implications of Cryptocurrency Validation Rewards – Mining and Staking
Blockchain Forensics Legal Opinions, Reports and Investigations
Advising on legality and traceability of blockchain assets, we utilize not only our deep knowledge in the digital-asset legal compliance but also our vast network of professional connections, which include the major cryptocurrency and digital security exchanges, trusts, traders and broker-dealers.
We also employ the most reputable blockchain investigators to track every bit of information available on a blockchain. Our blockchain investigative partners also consult FBI fighting cybercrimes in the blockchain space.
Upon completion of our legal due diligence and independent investigation, we often issue legal opinions and blockchain forensic investigative reports, so that our clients have a complete understanding of the issue.
Our blockchain forensics legal expert opinions and investigative reports may contain:
detailed flow of our client’s or counterparty’s flow of cryptocurrency or other digital assets on a blockchain;
assessment of sufficiency of cryptographic private keys, public records and other factors establishing ownership of cryptocurrency or other digital asset on a blockchain;
KYC/AML compliance measures taken at each point of the funds’ journey by clients and third parties, including exchanges and OTC traders;
legal opinion on adoption, traceability, exchangeability and legality of a particular kind of digital asset existing on a blockchain;
regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and other blockchain assets in the U.S. etc.
Our blockchain forensics legal expert opinions and investigative reports are an effective tool, which may be essential in, for example:
conducting due diligence of a cryptocurrency transaction, background check or KYC/AML compliance;
investing into digital securities;
making a purchase or investment using cryptocurrency or other digital assets;
demonstrating legality of your digital-asset holdings to the USCIS, IRS or other governmental agency.
Contact Us to Learn More About Our Bitcoin and Digital Currency Services
Send us an email or call 212.457.9797 to schedule a consultation at our Manhattan office.
