Cryptoassets
UK Bar Guide 2025 : All Circuits
Band 1
Email address
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(020) 7406 1200Chambers Review
Maitland Chambers has a growing bench of experienced barristers in the area of cryptoasset litigation. Members have experience acting on both the claimant and defendant side in high-profile cryptocurrency fraud. This includes freezing orders and recovery work. An interviewee comments: "We would not instruct any other chambers."
John Wiggs is the senior clerk.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The clerks are excellent."
"The clerks are excellent."
Notable Practitioners
Darragh Connell is well known for his strong background in the financial sector. He wins praise for his technical expertise in handling disputes involving digital assets. Connell has in-depth knowledge of crypto fraud matters and also regulatory issues that can arise related to crypto asset platforms.
"Darragh Connell is very good with the innovative claims. He is creative, hard-working and flexible."
"When the pressure is on, Darragh really rolls his sleeves up and digs in. He is an exciting advocate on his feet."
Dean Armstrong KC is a highly experienced silk, considered to be a leading expert on cyber law. He is comfortable handling technology-intensive disputes and has been involved in a number of significant matters involving cryptocurrency and digital assets. His areas of expertise include cybersecurity, cybercrime, fraud and asset recovery.
"Dean is an exceptionally experienced KC in Cypto. He brings a wealth of experience to the table."
"Dean has encyclopaedic knowledge of cryptocurrency issues."
Racheal Muldoon is well versed in the cryptoasset space with a strong understanding of novel areas such as NFTs. She also has wide knowledge of recovery and injunction proceedings in the area.
"Racheal is very practical, very hands-on and has a good feel for international issues."
"Racheal Muldoon is a brilliant barrister."