Blockchain Investigation & Litigation Support

Fenwick provides specialized blockchain forensics services and litigation support leveraging blockchain transaction analysis for legal proceedings, regulatory enforcement defense, and M&A due diligence. As one of Silicon Valley's premier law firms with deep expertise in blockchain and cryptocurrency law since the early days of Bitcoin, Fenwick's litigation practice works closely with blockchain forensics experts to trace digital assets, support regulatory defense, and provide expert testimony.

Securities & Crypto Enforcement Defense

The team defends technology and crypto companies in securities class actions, SEC enforcement proceedings, and regulatory investigations involving market manipulation claims, insider trading investigations, crypto-related enforcement actions, and fraud allegations. Services include DOJ prosecutions for fraud and market manipulation defense, prediction market insider trading cases, state-level crypto enforcement actions, SEC Wells Notice response, depositions and testimony preparation, motion practice and trial advocacy, settlement negotiations, internal investigations, and crisis management.

Fenwick's enforcement defense practice has been particularly active during 2025 as the SEC dismissed or settled numerous high-profile crypto cases, positioning the firm at the forefront of crypto litigation trends. The team hosts quarterly webinars on crypto litigation and enforcement updates, providing cutting-edge analysis of regulatory developments and enforcement priorities.

Expert Witness & Litigation Support

Fenwick provides expert analysis and testimony on blockchain transactions, fund flow tracing for litigation, investigation reports for legal proceedings, and asset recovery support. The firm secured a $30.5M jury verdict for Lashify in patent infringement litigation, demonstrating trial capabilities and deep technical understanding necessary for complex blockchain forensics matters.

M&A Due Diligence & Transaction Analysis

Blockchain transaction analysis for M&A due diligence, particularly for acquisitions of exchanges, wallet providers, stablecoin issuers, DeFi protocols, and NFT platforms. The firm navigates unique regulatory considerations for digital asset acquisitions, including compliance with evolving SEC/CFTC guidance on crypto asset transfers and regulatory approvals. Recent transactions include representing companies in multi-billion dollar Web3 M&A deals.

Why Choose Fenwick

Fenwick's securities litigation team works closely with the firm's crypto regulatory practice to provide coordinated defense strategies that address both litigation and regulatory exposure. With over 80 technical degrees among its attorneys and first-hand tech industry experience, the team combines sophisticated legal expertise with genuine understanding of blockchain technology, cryptography, and distributed systems.