Steptoe LLP is a strong choice for cryptocurrency trading platforms, investment funds, and startups, regularly advising on regulatory and compliance matters relating to digital assets. The team is spearheaded by Alan Cohn in Washington DC, who counsels clients on a range of regulatory issues facing blockchain platforms, while Coy Garrison provides technical expertise in federal securities law, drawn from his experience at the SEC. The firm has recently expanded its fintech capabilities with the addition of five new partners, including payments specialist Stephen Aschettino, who joined the firm in New York from Norton Rose Fulbright.
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- 'Very strong knowledge of regulatory and legislative environment.'
- 'Steptoe is a top-notch firm with a superior blockchain practice. The partners there are among the best blockchain and white collar practitioners around.'
- 'Jason Weinstein, Alan Cohen, and Ryan Poscablo are stand-out partners. They are top white collar and cryptocurrency practitioners. Each of them are excellent attorneys: bright, highly experienced, have excellent judgment, possess superior interpersonal skills, and provide top-notch client service.'
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Practice head
Alan Cohn
Other key lawyers
Coy Garrison; Stephen Aschettino; Jason Weinstein; Ryan Poscablo