Crypto and blockchain assets

Maitland Chambers

Members of Maitland Chambers are at the forefront of developing the law in relation to cryptoassets across the UK and abroad, with barristers advising and acting as advocates in issues including ransomware attacks, fraudulent cryptocurrency trading platforms, initial coin offerings, NFTs and insolvent exchanges. In addition, the set’s expertise in cyber fraud and digital asset disputes, with Dean Armstrong KC specialising in the law relating to digital assets and the blockchain while also being able to assist clients with cyber insurance cases. Prior to her departure from the self-employed Bar to partnership at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP, Racheal Muldoon was involved in Osbourne v Persons Unknown Category A and Ors in which she secured interim injunctions for the claimant in the return of her misappropriated non-fungible tokens.

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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.

Dean Armstrong KC

Maitland Chambers

'Dean is at the top of his game. Clients love him, which makes the job easier. He always makes clients feel at ease and explains very complex legal issues in a clear and concise way. A real strength to any legal team and is prepared to fight hard.'

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.