Crypto Legal operates through two affiliated entities: Crypto Legal Ltd, incorporated in England and Wales (Company No. 13432075), and Crypto Legal LLC, a Wyoming limited liability company (Filing ID 2024-001551810). The Firm maintains a presence in both jurisdictions and delivers legal support and forensic services to clients internationally.
We operate within the framework of applicable UK, US, and international laws and regulations relevant to our activities. Our work is structured to ensure compliance across jurisdictions, particularly in matters involving cross-border fraud, digital asset tracing, and regulatory engagement.
Crypto Legal is a registered trademark in the UK under Trade Mark No. UK00004010005 and in the US under Registration No. 99796963, registered in Class 45.
Our legal network comprises experienced lawyers across multiple jurisdictions who are engaged depending on the nature and location of each matter. Where legal services are delivered in England and Wales, they are carried out by lawyers regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and affiliated with The Law Society.
Our team comprises legal practitioners with experience in financial crime, fraud, and regulatory matters. This includes Manuel Duenas Lopez, a lawyer with over 18 years of experience advising on fraud and asset recovery matters, and James Ovuike, a New York-admitted attorney with extensive experience in anti-money laundering, regulatory compliance, and cross-border legal frameworks across both the United Kingdom and the United States.
Our forensic division is trained in blockchain intelligence and cryptocurrency tracing methodologies. Team members have undertaken specialist training with CipherTrace, a Mastercard company focused on blockchain analytics, and hold recognised certifications, including Cryptocurrency Tracing Certified Examiner, Certified Compliance Professional in Cryptocurrency Financial Crimes, and Certified Blockchain and KYC Professional.
We maintain a consistent approach to compliance, confidentiality, and professional standards across all matters, ensuring that our services are delivered in accordance with applicable legal obligations in each jurisdiction in which we operate.
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Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Lawyer Registration (Manuel Duenas Lopez): https://www.sra.org.uk/consumers/register/person/?firstName=Manuel&lastName=Duenas%20Lopez&sraNumber=7022189
The Law Society Professional Membership (Manuel Duenas Lopez): https://solicitors.lawsociety.org.uk/person/1000107736/manuel-duenas-lopez
New York State Unified Court System Attorney Registration (James Ovuike): https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/attorneyservices/search
New York Attorney Registration Verification (James Ovuike): https://data.ny.gov/widgets/2ea2-qc7r
Cryptocurrency Tracing Certified Examiner (CTCE™) Certification: https://www.credly.com/badges/ad109953-dd25-4138-a76f-519bb0c0ab20
Certified Compliance Professional in Cryptocurrency Financial Crimes (CCPC™) Certification: https://charteredcertifications.com/learning/certificate/99002876
Certified Blockchain & KYC Professional™ Certification: https://www.credential.net/6ead26a4-8752-48c5-a779-7db844bcec02#gs.5lnm3s
EC-Council Digital Forensics Certification: https://courses.edx.org/certificates/c2b6d736de5a4a13bd8e0f998436539c
International Cooperation & Mutual Legal Assistance Certification: Certificate of Completion
Blockchain Lawyers Forum Professional Membership: https://blf.io
Justia Lawyer Directory Verification: https://lawyers.justia.com/lawyer/manuel-duenas-lopez-1673729
Lawyers for Crypto Industry Membership: https://lawyersforcrypto.com
Blockchain Industry Group Professional Membership: https://blockchainindustrygroup.org
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