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Dax Hansen

Dax Hansen

FinTech 2026

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FinTech

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Technology Transactions & Privacy Law

International Law

International Trade

Intellectual Property Law

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Blockchain & Digital Assets

Cannabis Law

Digital Media & Entertainment, Gaming & Sports

Fintech & Payments

Immersive Technology

Interactive Entertainment

Career

Dax Hansen is a technology transactions and regulatory lawyer who has pioneered blockchain, digital currency, payments, and fintech law. Top industry publications have recognized him for his work at the forefront of the fintech and blockchain industries for over a decade.

Dax has advised clients on industry "firsts," including the first bitcoin exchanges and tokenized assets, the first public company adoption of bitcoin as a reserve asset, and the first mainstream non-fungible token (NFT) auction. He founded the firm’s Fintech industry group, which has served clients operating at the intersection of emerging technologies and financial services. He combines his technology experience with knowledge of complex financial services regulatory requirements, including money transmission, anti-money laundering, prepaid access, unclaimed property, consumer credit, privacy and data security, and payment processing, to assist clients with product counseling, consumer and commercial contracting, business formation, and industry consortia. Much of Dax's work is international, and he maintains a Japan-related technology practice.

Chambers Review

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Professional Advisers: FinTech

FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies - USA - Nationwide

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Individual Editorial
Dax Hansen is a pre-eminent figure in blockchain and cryptocurrency law. He provides expert counsel to clients on transactional as well as regulatory and licensing issues. His recent work includes a number of matters representing well-known brands on NFT and metaverse projects.

Strengths

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  • Dax is a legal genius who is supportive and commercially minded.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech
  • Dax consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to client service, responding promptly and effectively to inquiries. His communication is clear and professional.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech
  • Dax Hansen has a level of knowledge in the area of digital assets that is unmatched. He also has a great personal style and is very collegial.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

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