Perkins Coie Recognized for Industry-Leading Fintech and Blockchain Capabilities in 2025 Chambers FinTech Guide

SEATTLE and NEW YORK (December 11, 2024) - Perkins Coie is honored to once again be recognized as a top-tier law firm in the 2025 Chambers FinTech Legal Guide, solidifying its position as a leader in the rapidly evolving financial technology and blockchain sectors. The firm earned high rankings across three categories: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies (Band 1), FinTech Legal (Band 2), and Payments & Lending (Band 2). 

Clients commended Perkins Coie’s ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, structure innovative deals, and provide practical, forward-looking advice on financial products and licensing. Feedback provided to Chambers’ researchers noted the group's “deep experience and grasp of complex technology-related deals and licensing” and the “many partners who can advise on a wide variety of financial regulatory issues and products.” 

"Our clients trust us to tackle their most complex and innovative challenges, which is what makes recognition like this possible. From navigating fast-evolving regulations to advancing cutting-edge crypto and fintech initiatives, our work reflects a deep commitment to client and industry success,” said Joe Cutler, the chair of Perkins Coie's Fintech Industry Group. “Our mission is to deliver actionable, results-driven guidance to blockchain, fintech, and payments companies - particularly when they find themselves innovating in ambiguous areas of the law.” 

The firm’s recognition further highlights the contributions of fintech partners Joe Cutler, Dax Hansen, and Lowell Ness, who received individual rankings in the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency category.   

Chambers described Dax, founder of the firm's Fintech Industry Group, as “the original crypto lawyer in this space,” known for his ability to “distill highly complex topics almost immediately.” 

Lowell, leader of the fintech corporate, financing, and M&A team, was lauded for helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to market. Chambers recognized his “deep understanding and sophistication” calling him “very knowledgeable and good at serving his clients." 

Joe, noted by Chambers as “very smart on anti-money laundering matters,” helps the firm’s clients navigate compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act, state money transmission licensing laws, international sanctions requirements, and defends against regulatory enforcement actions. 

Perkins Coie continues to deliver exceptional service to its fintech, blockchain, and payments clients.  

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