Keystone Law‘s fintech practice supports clients navigating disruptive technologies, IP, data, and commercial contracts, often acting in a general counsel capacity. The practice often counsels clients on NFT, SaaS, and blockchain-related legal issues, offering expertise across advisory, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Vanessa Barnett leads advisory work for VC-backed scale-ups, and has deep experience with internet-enabled business models, machine learning, and the gig economy. Louise Abbott is a disputes expert with a specialism in crypto fraud and digital asset recovery, advising clients, including FTX investors, on tracing and recovering cryptocurrency proceeds.
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Testimonials
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‘I have dealt with Keystone in different areas. My experiences, based on my interaction with the individuals below, have always been a good one.’
‘Louise Abbott, Dan Hyde and Leon Hurd stand out as individuals. They are each excellent in terms of legal knowledge, practical sense and client care.’
Key clients
- Zoe Limited (trading as Zoe)
- Pragmacharge Limited (trading as Pragmacharge)
Work highlights
Developed the ‘go to market’ contracts for Pragmacharge Limited, which involved crafting a SaaS style contract with a delicate balance of what a software provider could or should be responsible and trying to align that in the world of trucking.
Other key lawyers
Vanessa Barnett; Louise Abbott; Dan Hyde; Leon Hurd