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Noted for its global fintech offering, ‘the extremely agile’ practice K&L Gates is particularly skilled in banking and technology company partnerships, regulatory compliance, and investment finance transactions. The practice is also a key port of call for international clients on licensing approvals and is highly knowledgeable of blockchain, marketplace lending, and payments. In New York, Judith Rinearson has over three decades of experience in financial services matters and is well-versed in prepaid and emerging payment systems, electronic payments, and cryptocurrency. She is also praised by clients for her ’naturally client-centric approach’ and ‘is an expert when it comes to devising legal strategies and options for complex client problems.’ San Francisco-based Jeremy McLaughlin is proficient in digital asset compliance, while Andrew Hinkes in Miami is noted for his capabilities in NFTs and stablecoin matters. New York-based Eden Rohrer is adept in the development and operation of funding portals, capital raising platforms, and trading platforms.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'K&L Gates are extremely agile - they were able to jump quickly on complex issues and introduce the right subject matter experts in real-time from across the firm.'
- 'They got to the nub of the issue and were able to explain it succinctly to our many internal stakeholders. All of their people were very accessible which made for great interactivity and efficiency.'
Key clients
- Caleb & Brown
- Metallicus, Inc
Work highlights
- Advised Caleb & Brown on the launch of its cryptocurrency brokerage business in the U.S.
- Advised Metal Pay on its global regulatory and compliance.