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Joseph Evans

Joseph Evans

FinTech 2026

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McDermott Will & Schulte
 McDermott Will & Schulte

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Crypto-Asset Disputes

USA - Nationwide

3 years ranked

FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies

USA - Nationwide

2 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Joseph (Joe) B. Evans is the head of McDermott’s FinTech & Blockchain Practice and head of Crypto Litigation and Regulatory. Widely recognized throughout the crypto industry, Joe is one of the top crypto litigators in the world. The American Lawyer has recognized him as a “Trailblazer” for his progressive work in crypto and he is one of the few individuals that is Chambers ranked Band 1 in Crypto-Asset Disputes.

Joe leads the industry’s only crypto-exclusive team whose members spend 100% of their time working on crypto industry matters. One of the few groups in the world ranked by Chambers in Crypto-Asset Disputes, the team has led more significant crypto litigation, both generally and bankruptcy-focused than any other firm. The team also advises on anti-money laundering, sanctions, and other ongoing compliance issues. Frequently called upon to find solutions for the most complex crypto products, Joe’s team prides itself on finding regulatory solutions when others can’t or won’t.

View Joe's full biography on McDermott website at: https://www.mwe.com/people/evans-joseph-b/

Professional Memberships

Joe is a Certified Fraud Examiner and a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

Chambers Review

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Professional Advisers: FinTech

Crypto-Asset Disputes - USA - Nationwide

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Joseph Evans has significant expertise in disputes matters, white-collar crime and regulatory enforcement mandates involving digital assets. Evans regularly advises on crypto bankruptcy matters and helps to trace and recover stolen crypto-assets. He is also capable of advising on regulatory issues relating to blockchain and cryptocurrency.

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FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies - USA - Nationwide

Band 2
Individual Editorial

Joseph Evans has expertise in disputes matters, white-collar crime and regulatory enforcement mandates involving digital assets. He also advises on crypto bankruptcy matters and helps to trace and recover stolen crypto-assets.

Learn more about this teamView ranking table

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Joe is quite simply the best in the business, bringing an unmatched combination of legal brilliance and practical insight to every matter he handles.

    Crypto-Asset DisputesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Joe takes the time to understand our commercial priorities and tailors his advice to ensure it supports not only legal compliance but also strategic growth and risk management.

    Crypto-Asset DisputesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • What truly distinguishes Joe is his ability to see around corners and anticipate challenges before they arise.

    Crypto-Asset DisputesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Joe is highly experienced and maintains a great network in the crypto space.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Joe is exceptional. He combines technical expertise with real commercial awareness, consistently framing his advice in a way that is practical and aligned with our business objectives.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Joe has been a great partner to our company. He consistently delivers high quality counsel and is able to interact with a variety of internal stakeholders.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

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