Crypto-Asset Disputes - UK-wide
What the team is known for
RPC is well regarded for its crypto-asset disputes practice. The firm has particular strength in crypto-asset recovery matters in cases of fraud or ransomware attacks where the ransom is paid in cryptocurrency.
Strengths
"RPC are a very impressive outfit, the team is a leader in thought knowledge and industry contribution."
"RPC are able to handle complex and sophisticated fact patterns. They are particularly adept at finding new, relevant and previously undiscovered evidence."
"RPC have a strong team who are able to deliver on instances with complex crypto issues."
Work highlights
RPC represented HDR Global Trading, the operator of cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX, in a dispute between Nexo, a cryptocurrency lending platform, and its former director, Georgi Shulev, over ownership of Bitcoin held in a BitMEX trading account.
Notable practitioners
Dan Wyatt is a well-regarded litigator who has experience in complex fraud cases involving cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. "Dan Wyatt is particularly knowledgeable in the crypto space. He is a great tactician." "Dan is very well known in the space." "Dan is leading thought leadership around this area."
Sarah Mountain is a partner in the firm's IP and technology team, and uses that expertise to advise on disputes involving crypto assets and other emerging technologies. "Sarah Mountain is smart, strategic and creative."
