Latham & Watkins LLP

Often working in conjunction with the firm’s privacy & cyber practice on data privacy and security law issues, the New York-based practice Latham & Watkins LLP covers the full array of blockchain, digital asset, and payment technology matters. Co-lead of the practice Stephen Wink specializes in compliance and enforcement and is a key port of call for various digital asset entities, DAOs, and financial institutions. Also-co-lead of the team, Yvette Valdez is experienced in advising global investment banks, asset managers, and trading shops on establishing crypto derivatives and structuring digital assets. Jenny Cieplak offers strong knowledge of the corporate, intellectual property, and regulatory aspects of fintech transactions, while Marlon Paz often assists broker-dealers on internal investigations and securities regulations. In Washington DC, Barrie VanBrackle is well-versed in fintech transactions and consumer financial services compliance, while Los Angeles-based Ghaith Mahmood is proficient in the commercialization of IP assets and is often engaged in NFT matters. Todd Beauchamp left the team in March 2023.