About
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Campbells Blockchain & FinTech practice, led by partner Richard Spencer, is recognised as holding a leading position in the market. Over the last six years, the firm has advised many high profile and innovative clients, including cryptocurrency exchanges, layer-1 networks, token issuers and fund managers. our experts have a unique depth of experience and knowledge of appropriate Cayman Islands legal structures specific to Blockchain and FinTech businesses and crypto-focused investment funds (both private funds and mutual funds). Popular structures include those set up to facilitate Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs), DAO networks and platforms, crypto-focused investment strategies, series financing and capital market transactions (including IPOs) and complex corporate group structures for many of the household names in this space.
The firm is also actively involved in the development of Blockchain & FinTech legislation in the Cayman Islands. Richard Spencer was appointed as Chairman of the FinTech Subcommittee of the Cayman Islands Financial Services Legislative Committee in 2018 and continues in this role.
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Full-service offshore law firm Campbells has offices in the BVI, the Cayman Islands and Hong Kong. It advises fund managers on corporate and regulatory matters, including the formation and operation of investment funds involving cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. The firm also assists crypto exchanges and token issuers.
Work Highlights
- Campbells advised Coinbase on the launch of segregated portfolios of a complex crypto trading structure that is established as a Cayman Islands SPC.
Strengths
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"Campbells has a deep understanding of Web3 and the needs of the companies that operate in this space. Being able to intuitively understand the needs of these companies is a great advantage."
"Campbells has significant experience helping clients set up offshore structures for compliant token launches. They understand the technology and are flexible and creative in customising solutions."
"Campbells are thought leaders in the Cayman Islands and have significant input and insights into local regulatory policies for blockchain and digital assets."
"Campbells has a deep understanding of Web3 and the needs of the companies that operate in this space. Being able to intuitively understand the needs of these companies is a great advantage."
"Campbells has significant experience helping clients set up offshore structures for compliant token launches. They understand the technology and are flexible and creative in customising solutions."
"Campbells are thought leaders in the Cayman Islands and have significant input and insights into local regulatory policies for blockchain and digital assets."
Notable Practitioners
Richard Spencer is a corporate partner and head of Campbells' FinTech practice. He advises on the establishment, structuring and regulation of investment funds, including cryptocurrency and other digital asset funds.
"Richard Spencer understands the goals for each project and customises his work to align with those goals. He is flexible and understands the need for creativity."
"Richard Spencer is very well known. He is always available, has great market insight, and is a very solid partner for us."
"Richard Spencer's got a great US network of connections and is regarded as one of the experts in the field."
Kristy-Anne Leith is a partner at Campbells. She has a wide-ranging practice that includes corporate structuring and foundation advice for blockchain and gaming companies.
"Kristy-Anne is a fantastic lawyer; very responsive and practical."
"Kristy-Anne Leith is extremely good. She's very technically strong, very friendly, and good with clients."
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