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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing

FinTech Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide


Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Skadden has a pre-eminent M&A practice and impressive capabilities in digital assets regulatory matters. The firm also advises on financial regulation, litigation, cybersecurity, intellectual property matters, as well as innovative cryptocurrency projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Skadden advised Visa, a large global payments processor, in its USD1 billion acquisition of Pismo, a cloud-native issuer processing and core banking platform with operations in Latin America, Asia Pacific and Europe.

Strengths

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  • Skadden distinguishes itself through strong subject matter expertise in the FinTech sector, with a clear understanding of emerging technologies, market trends and regulatory requirements.

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  • Skadden is pre-eminent in crafting a thoughtful and informed prospective strategy, as well as executing with management all tactical steps to resolve regulatory issues.

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  • The firm is a pioneer in the blockchain and crypto space. It offers creative, solution-oriented counsel.

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  • Skadden is a top law firm, diving deep into the matters and helping provide us comfort on complex situations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jeffrey Brill
    Band 1Jeffrey Brill

    Jeffrey Brill

    Jeffrey Brill is based out of New York and remains a popular choice for M&A and corporate advisory matters related to FinTech. He regularly represents clients in financing rounds and complex transactions.
    • Jeffrey is an outstanding strategic legal adviser, who has a passion for delivering for his clients.

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    • Jeffrey is a unique senior partner who has both the wisdom of a sage consigliere and has tactical expertise and experience enabling him to deliver superior results.

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  • Band 2Ryan Dzierniejko
    Band 2Ryan Dzierniejko

    Ryan Dzierniejko

    Ryan Dzierniejko is the global head of Skadden's Capital Market group, advising digital asset companies and innovative fintech businesses on IPOs, mergers and acquisitions and strategic investments.

    • Ryan is my go-to person when deal with any situation, including some of the most complex situations.

      FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing respondentFinTech
    • Ryan is a fantastic thought partner for a variety of issues. He provides practical and actionable advice.

      FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing respondentFinTech
    • He was a resourceful and courteous leader who expertly quarterbacked our wide-ranging needs, ensuring we always felt supported and well advised.

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    • Ryan consistently made time for us and guided us through complex issues with clarity, practicality and thoughtfulness.

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  • Band 2Stuart D Levi
    Band 2Stuart D Levi

    Stuart D Levi

    Stuart Levi is an expert in blockchain matters and regularly advises clients on intellectual property and securities law questions related to NFT and blockchain products. Levi also provides product counselling advice to established cryptocurrency exchanges as well as global consumer brands first entering the space.
    • Stuart Levi's breadth of work and experience in this area has been an asset for us when we've needed him.

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    • Stuart is simply a wizard when it comes to blockchain and crypto. He is relentless in staying on top of legal and industry developments in the area.

      FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing respondentFinTech
    • Whenever I work with Stuart, it's smooth and efficient.

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  • Band 4Alexander Drylewski
    Band 4Alexander Drylewski

    Alexander Drylewski

    Alexander Drylewski is co-head of Skadden's Web3 and digital assets practice. Drylewski focuses on digital asset-related securities and commercial litigation in state and federal courts throughout the country.
    • Alexander has clear strategic vision, he is dedicated, responsive and attuned to the needs of his clients. Alex is among the best outside counsel that we work with.

      FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing respondentFinTech
    • I cannot recommend Alex enough, he has become one of my go-to contacts.

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    • Alex Drylewski is absolutely phenomenal in the intelligence, knowledge and strategic imperatives he brings.

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    • Alex is excellent. He's a great advocate, a great communicator, knows the law really well. He's also really efficient and concise.

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Ranked Individuals at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates (4)

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    Stuart D Levi

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