Connection with specialized law firms
Crypto fraud places legal demands on the handling of cases that a general practitioner lawyer typically cannot meet. The combination of blockchain technology, international criminal law, and cooperation with exchanges, regulatory authorities, and foreign investigative bodies requires specialized expertise. highly specialized legal expertise – professionally, technically and internationally.
Crypto Investigation has been working with selected partners for years specialized law firms Together, we bring together lawyers who precisely match this profile. If your case requires legal representation, we will connect you directly with the law firm best suited to your situation – without detours, without lengthy searches, and without any time wasted getting up to speed.
Why specialized lawyers are crucial in crypto fraud cases
In the area of crypto fraud, the lawyer's specialization often significantly determines the outcome of the proceedings. Three reasons are particularly relevant:
- Technical understanding of blockchain issues: Those who do not have a deep understanding of wallet clusters, cross-chain bridges, smart contracts, or stablecoin freezing cannot effectively implement the forensic findings in a legal context.
- Experience with the right authorities: Crypto fraud cases in Germany are handled by specialized public prosecutors and cybercrime units of the state criminal investigation offices. Lawyers with direct ties to these agencies work more quickly and effectively.
- International networking: Most crypto fraud cases have a cross-border dimension. Requests for legal assistance, correspondent lawyers abroad, and exchange compliance communication are part of the daily business of experienced crypto lawyers – not part of the standard repertoire of a general criminal defense attorney.
A well-done forensic investigation Blockchain analysis It only unfolds its full effect if it is subsequently used in a legally sound manner. This is precisely the task performed by a specialized lawyer.
Our selection criteria for lawyers
We don't refer clients to random law firms from a long list, but work with a manageable circle of selected partners. These lawyers meet four key criteria:
1. Specialization in crypto fraud and cybercrime
Our lawyers work predominantly or exclusively in the fields of crypto-crime law, cybercrime, and asset recovery from digital assets. They are familiar with the relevant legal provisions – fraud (§ 263 StGB), computer fraud (§ 263a StGB), commercial gang fraud, money laundering (§ 261 StGB), MiCAR, and KMAG – from ongoing client practice, not from textbooks.
2. Extensive experience with international legal assistance procedures
Crypto fraud almost always crosses national borders. Our lawyers have experience with mutual legal assistance requests in EU member states, mutual legal assistance procedures in the USA, cooperation via Eurojust and Europol, and with correspondent lawyers in relevant jurisdictions (UK, Switzerland, Dubai, Singapore, Estonia).
3. Direct contacts with law enforcement agencies
Personal working relationships with the specialized public prosecutor's offices for cybercrime, the central cybercrime contact points of the state criminal police offices, and the Federal Criminal Police Office significantly facilitate the processing of cases. A lawyer who knows the responsible public prosecutor by name and has worked with them on several occasions achieves a different level of seriousness in the handling of a case than a lawyer who is filing a crypto-related complaint for the first time.
4. Proven success in similar complex cases
We only work with law firms that have a proven track record of success in similar cases – whether through successfully filed charges, obtained asset freezes, stock exchange blocking requests, or civil recovery of funds. Blanket promises in advertising are no substitute for a verifiable track record.
This is how the placement process works in practice.
The placement process follows a structured procedure that ensures you get the law firm that is right for your specific case – not just the next best contractual partner.
1. Case intake and needs analysis
In one free initial assessment We will clarify the key aspects of your case: the amount of damages, the jurisdiction of the endpoints, international complexity, and the need for special legal provisions. Only on this basis will we decide which lawyer is the best fit.
2. Selecting the right law firm
From our pool of lawyers, we will select the law firm with the specialization that best suits your case.
3. Establishing contact
We will establish initial contact – by phone or email. You will speak directly with the law firm, meet the responsible lawyer, and discuss the next steps. From this point on, the law firm will be your legal contact.
4. Client relationship and fees
The client relationship is established directly between you and the law firm. You will conclude a separate fee agreement with the firm. Crypto Investigation is not involved in this agreement.
5. Accompanying forensic support
Alongside the legal work, Krypto Investigation's forensic services continue – blockchain analysis, real-time monitoring, and answering technical questions from investigators. Lawyers and forensic experts work hand in hand in practice.
Clear division of tasks between crypto investigations and law firm
Crypto Investigation is a crypto forensics company – we do not provide legal services as defined by the German Legal Services Act (RDG). This clear separation of responsibilities protects you legally and ensures that each task is handled by the most qualified specialist.
Crypto Investigation takes over:
- Blockchain analysis and forensic traceability
- Preparation of forensic reports admissible in court
- Real-time monitoring of identified wallets
- Identification of cash-out points and endpoints
- Technical advice to the lawyer during ongoing case management
The law firm will take over:
- Formulation and filing of the criminal complaint
- Representation before law enforcement authorities
- Application for asset freezes and security measures
- Civil prosecution of claims
- International legal assistance requests and coordination with correspondent lawyers
- Block requests and compliance communication with exchanges
You can read more about the interplay between forensic and legal work on our page about... Formulation of the criminal complaint.
Costs of legal representation
The fees for the law firm we recommend are settled directly between you and the lawyer. The German Lawyers' Fees Act (RVG) or an individual fee agreement generally applies. For particularly complex or extensive cases, an hourly rate or flat fee agreement is common.
We recommend that you consult a [contact person/organization] before accepting a mandate. Cost/benefit analysis to have the investigation carried out. It compares the anticipated forensic and legal costs with the realistic potential for recovery – and creates the basis for a well-informed decision.
Request a free, no-obligation lawyer referral now
The mediation request is free and non-binding. We begin with an initial assessment to determine whether legal representation is advisable in your case and which specialization is most appropriate. Only then will we put you in touch with the right law firm.
You can reach us via our Contact form or by phone during our business hours, Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Briefly describe the key details of your case – amount of damage, time of the incident, cryptocurrencies involved, and whether the trail leads abroad.
Important: The earlier legal support begins, the more effective measures such as asset freezes, blocking orders, or requests for legal assistance will be. Don't wait.