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Withers

Crypto-Asset Disputes

FinTech Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide


Withers

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Withers has a global team of over 100 cryptocurrency and digital asset lawyers, including over 30 crypto asset disputes lawyers focused on litigation, arbitration, corporate and government investigations, privacy and data security, criminal and civil risk mitigation, and reputation management. Our team regularly provides dispute resolution, regulatory and compliance, corporate, and private client and tax services in the digital asset and fintech space. We are experienced with the existing and changing regulatory framework applicable to individuals and entities operating in or adjacent to this area, and we represent individuals and entities in cryptocurrency and digital asset related matters across the globe.

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Crypto-Asset Disputes - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
Withers Bergman is dedicated to private capital and high net worth individuals, and its art law practice includes several attorneys with specialist expertise in NFTs and digital artworks. This includes tax and litigation representation for NFT creators and trading platforms, and it also handles disputes work for crypto token projects and exchanges.

Strengths

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  • The team at Withers is lean, nimble and strategic. Their advice is always intentional and it's clear they are not just going through the litigation motions. Every action they take has purpose.

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  • Withers has taken the time to really understand the company and how we want to approach litigation. It has done a good job of executing and we have had some great successes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Christopher N. LaVigne
    Band 3Christopher N. LaVigne

    Christopher N. LaVigne

    Christopher LaVigne is an experienced litigator with experience representing clients in DOJ, SEC and CFTC investigations relating to digital asset exchanges.
    • Chris LaVigne is fantastic. He is first-class at dealing with difficult plaintiffs' counsel and staying calm and measured in all scenarios, whilst still delivering great work product.

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    • Chris is very good in front of a judge and an arbitration panel. He has a confidence and assuredness about him and he is always very well prepared.

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    • Chris LaVigne is a sophisticated litigator that understands the nuance of the procedural and substantive decisions he must take.

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