Digital Asset Recovery and Blockchain Forensics

Holland & Knight has extensive experience in matters involving the recovery of digital assets and blockchain forensic investigations, serving in roles as court-appointed receiver, independent intermediary, and SEC Fair Fund distribution agent. The firm has the organic capacity to trace digital assets across multiple blockchains and lead recovery efforts wherever assets are located.

Asset Tracing and Recovery

Advanced techniques for tracing digital assets across multiple blockchains using proprietary tools and blockchain forensics. The firm's attorneys can trace digital assets supporting recovery efforts in complex fraud and theft cases.

Pioneering Blockchain-Based Distribution

Holland & Knight created a proprietary process employing purpose-built ERC-20 tokens to verify claimants' control of Ethereum blockchain addresses, eliminating fraudulent claims. This innovation enabled the world's first multimillion-dollar distribution of digital assets directly to fraud victims, with claimants receiving 91% of their initial investment.

SEC Fair Fund Administration and Investigation Support

Engaged as SEC fair fund distribution agent for ICO fraud cases, working under SEC supervision to create blockchain-based claims verification processes. The firm's innovative approach resulted in complete recovery for victims plus reasonable interest.

Receivership and Bankruptcy Services

Court-appointed receiver services for digital asset fraud cases, including identifying, marshalling, and distributing cryptocurrency and token holdings. Representative engagements include representing foreign liquidators of one of the largest digital asset hedge funds and one of the largest centralized exchanges in Chapter 15 proceedings.

Crypto Discovery and Expert Testimony

Specialized electronic discovery techniques for blockchain-based evidence and cryptocurrency transactions. Analysis of UCC Article 9 and other laws regarding perfection of security interests in digital assets. Support for litigation through expert witness testimony and investigation reports for legal proceedings.

Cross-Border Insolvency

Chapter 15 proceedings involving foreign liquidators of major digital asset hedge funds and centralized exchanges, demonstrating expertise in complex cross-border digital asset recovery.

Why Choose Holland & Knight

These engagements demonstrate Holland & Knight's unique combination of legal expertise, blockchain technical capability, and innovative problem-solving in the digital asset space. The firm's pioneering work in blockchain-based asset recovery and verification has set industry standards for handling digital asset fraud cases.