Crypto and blockchain assets

Essex Court Chambers

Essex Court Chambers provides members which are skilled in a large variety of crypto based services, with James Collins KC involved in a number of crypto and blockchain cases, including FTX Digital Markets, where he was instructed by the liquidators in the Bahamas of FTX as their legal expert in relation to digital assets. Daniel Oudkerk KC has expertise advising a range of clients from cryptocurrency traders, to technology companies, hedge funds and investment banks, as well as being involved in some of the developing areas of technology law including cryptocurrency-related arbitration claims. Alexander Riddiford and Wei Jian Chan are key juniors from the set.

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Testimonials

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'Significant experience and expertise acting for UHNWs on a range of matters. Best known for civil fraud work where they are my go-to set. Their barristers are invariably very busy but do not, in my experience, over-trade like some other sets so they never let you down even in the busiest periods.'
'A good service from the clerks.'

Silks

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Tim Akkouh KC

Essex Court Chambers

'Tim is phenomenally bright and energetic, and has an ability to spot the key issues from the outset. He is extremely user-friendly and relentless in his desire to outsmart the opponent. His advocacy style is measured and effective - he's very impressive on his feet.'

Daniel Oudkerk KC

Essex Court Chambers

'Daniel has a fantastic ability to take on board a huge amount of information and convey it in a persuasive manner. He is terrific on his feet. Clients love him and the way in which he is able to advise and guide them through the most complicated issues.'

James Collins KC

Essex Court Chambers

‘James has market leading expertise in relation to crypto and blockchain assets.’

Juniors

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.