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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

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A key port of call for digital wallet platform developers, media studios, and content producers, the ‘experienced’ team Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is well-regarded for its transactional blockchain and cryptocurrency expertise. Established litigator Jessica Carey specializes in cryptocurrency related regulatory matters, while Manuel Frey handles the structuring and negotiation aspects of derivative, synthetic, and financing products. Jonathan Ashtor is proficient in the technology and intellectual property aspects of data licensing arrangements as well as software and IT agreements. In Washington DC, Roberto J. Gonzalez is knowledgeable of economic sanctions, consumer financial protection regulation, and cybersecurity. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in New York, unless stated otherwise.

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Testimonials

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  • 'They are very knowledgeable, the firm has access to all resources required, and they are user friendly and great partners.'
  • ‘Austin Pollet is incredibly knowledgeable.'

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Key clients

  • Coinbase Global Inc
  • FIFA
  • Francisco Partners
  • General Atlantic
  • Golden Gate Capital
  • Joseph Van Loon
  • Lone View Capital
  • Ripple
  • Searchlight Capital Partners
  • TeraWulf Inc
  • Binance Holdings Ltd

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Brad Karp, Karen Dunn, Kannon Shanmugam, Theodore Wells, Scott Barshay, Brian Kim, Claudine Meredith-Goujon, Steven Williams

Other key lawyers

Jessica Carey, Manuel Frey, Jonathan Ashtor, Roberto J. Gonzalez, Randy Luskey, Austin Pollet