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Lilya Tessler

Lilya Tessler

FinTech 2026

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Sidley Austin LLP
 Sidley Austin LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies

USA - Nationwide

3 years ranked

Crypto-Asset Disputes

USA - Nationwide

2 years ranked

Chambers Review

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Professional Advisers: FinTech

FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies - USA - Nationwide

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Lilya Tessler is the New York head of Sidley's FinTech and blockchain services group. She is an industry leader in securities enforcement and regulatory issues pertaining to blockchain. Her clear understanding of the underlying technology is commended by a range of sources.
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Crypto-Asset Disputes - USA - Nationwide

Band 3
Individual Editorial

Lilya Tessler of Sidley Austin is a strong litigator with a background in securities enforcement, representing clients in SEC action relating to cryptocurrency platforms.

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Strengths

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  • Lilya is terrific, she's very knowledgeable and able to put together the right team for the things we need. She has a deep knowledge of crypto and regulations in the US.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Lilya is very knowledgeable about the sector and where it is headed.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Lilya is the foremost subject matter expert in the space. She is a go-to.

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & CryptocurrenciesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Lilya is very aware of the latest market developments.

    Crypto-Asset DisputesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

  • Lilya is very knowledgeable and able to put together the right team for the things we need, and she has deep knowledge of crypto and regulations in the US.

    Crypto-Asset DisputesProfessional Advisers: FinTech

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USA - Nationwide

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