FinTech Legal: Data Protection & Cyber Security

Willkie Farr & Gallagher frequently acts on FinTech M&A matters. The firm also regularly advises clients on crypto legislation. It has a strong data protection practice, advising clients on privacy issues concerning blockchain-enabled platforms.

"Willkie lawyers have a very practical approach when guiding clients through crisis. In addition to this business-minded approach, they offer white-glove client management."

"The entire Willkie partner team is driven, thorough, knowledgeable and commercial. The partners are all wonderful, and the associates are hard-working and well trained."

"They have a broad and deep understanding of digital currency law to include international applicability. They have expertise spanning policy, data protection, privacy rights and corporate law."

"Beyond exceptional legal knowledge, they have depth and breadth of experience that leave them well-positioned to guide clients through global cyber incidents."

"Willkie is our go-to firm for both regulatory compliance and venture deal execution in cryptocurrency. They have deep industry experience, connectivity with regulators and a deep bench."

Willkie Farr assisted and advised 10T Holdings in connection with a series of transactions rolling up eight metaverse companies into one collaborative ecosystem.

Christopher Giancarlo is a former CFTC chairman and draws praise from clients and peers alike for his contribution to industry and thought leadership. He is also the founder and director of the Digital Dollar Project, a multi-stakeholder initiative that facilitates the exploration of a United States Central Bank Digital Currency. "Christopher has excellent commercial awareness, sophistication, and level of service." "Chris understands how to engage with regulators and has a deep understanding of the trade-offs required for building in a space like crypto." "Christopher is super connected and has amazing insight into applicable rules and regulations."

Laura Jehl leads the data protection and cybersecurity practice at the firm. Jehl helps clients to respond to significant data breaches and provides guidance on regulatory compliance both domestically and abroad. "Laura is an amazing lawyer that is always available to help and makes us feel comfortable knowing she is at the helm." "She is respected, connected and knowledgeable on the applicability of US law to digital use cases. We rely heavily on her and her team for legal and policy privacy interpretations." "Laura is exceptional, with 360-degree strength in terms of legal knowledge, global experience, commercial focus and communication skills."

Justin Browder is an expert in asset management with a strong practice in cryptocurrency regulatory matters. "Justin Browder has a wealth of regulatory and transactional knowledge that we frequently rely on, and a service-minded approach for easy UX." "Justin Browder is an excellent lawyer who deeply understands both the federal securities laws and the unique challenges facing the digital asset industry. His expertise is unmatched." "On a scale of one to ten, Justin Browder is an eleven. His responsiveness, experience, communication method and advice are unsurpassed."