FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies

BakerHostetler is heavily involved in data protection, blockchain and cryptocurrency FinTech matters. The firm defends clients in regulatory enforcements and provides counsel on innovative product and platform launches. The team frequently draws praise from clients for its technical knowledge and client service.

"The team at BakerHostetler are extremely knowledgeable, approachable, succinct and thorough with their research. They are also exceedingly responsive, strategic, and always willing to think outside the box."

"The firm has fast turnaround, is cohesive and has a full-service offering. They also have deep knowledge and expertise."

"They navigated many complex issues and were always responsive and timely. The quality of work is also always very good and thorough."

BakerHostetler represented Hermès International and Hermès of Paris in an NFT litigation which raised novel questions about the ownership of intellectual property rights in virtual worlds.

Teresa Goody Guillén is co-leader of the firm's blockchain team and has a broad securities, litigation and investigations practice. She regularly represents businesses and individuals in securities enforcement and other government investigations, including SEC, CFTC and IRS investigations. "Her expertise, commitment to sharing knowledge, and engaging approach have been instrumental." "Teresa is one of the most reliable lawyers who I would turn to first with any legal-related issue, especially those related to securities law. She goes above and beyond."