Geared to handle the full spectrum of corporate governance issues, the New York-based practice Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is particularly well-versed in cryptocurrency restructuring, economic sanctions, M&A, as well as SEC enforcement matters. Derek Bush splits his time between Washington DC and New York and often assists domestic and international banks as well as financial services providers on regulatory matters. Hugh Conroy is often engaged in issues surrounding the Federal Reserve payment system, while Brandon Hammer handles the application of bankruptcy rules, commercial law, and regulatory matters pertaining to digital assets. Julia Knight advises banking organizations on enforcement proceedings and internal investigations.

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Key clients

  • BITRIA, Inc
  • Coinbase Inc
  • GMO-Z.com
  • Goldman, Sachs & Co. LLC
  • Paxos Trust Company
  • Polychain Capital, Inc
  • Brad Garlinghouse
  • Miami International Holdings, Inc
  • Warbler labs
  • BitGo
  • Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation
  • Wintermute
  • Societe Generale
  • Standard Chartered
  • Custodia Bank

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Derek Bush, Hugh Conroy, David Lopez

Other key lawyers

Brandon Hammer, Julia Knight