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Mr Dean Armstrong KC
Position
Barrister
Career
Dean Armstrong KC is a very experienced litigator who is widely recognised as one of the leading cyber and data lawyers in the country.
Dean is currently instructed in several of the highest profile cases in the cyber/crypto world some of which have strong insolvency links. One of these is currently the largest cryptoasset case in the world. Dean is also instructed in one of the most groundbreaking actions involving the use of athletes personal data. Dean has a background in fraud matters with extensive experience in this area.
Dean is a published author on cryptocurrency, blockchain, cyber security, cyber litigation and cyber insurance. Dean was the only silk involved in drafting COMBAR response to the Law Commission consultation paper on Digital Assets and was the only UK barrister involved in drafting the Virtual Asset Service Provider Travel Rules.
Memberships
South Eastern Circuit
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Crypto and blockchain assets
(Leading Silks)Ranked: Tier 1Maitland Chambers benefits from its multi-disciplinary commercial nature, enabling the set to handle commercial cases with aspects of cryptocurrency and fintech litigation. Darragh Connell has specific expertise in cryptoasset disputes and cyber fraud, while Dean Armstrong KC is well-regarded for his work on blockchain, smart contracts and cryptoassets. Armstrong KC, alongside Racheal Muldoon, joined the set in February 2023, adding to their capabilities in smart contracts, international and domestic crypto asset disputes.