Decoding Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and the Law

This comprehensive program provides balanced coverage of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency law for legal practitioners across all practice areas. As both blockchain applications and cryptocurrency adoption expand into real estate, corporate finance, estate planning, and regulatory compliance, lawyers must understand the distinct legal implications of each technology. Led by Ahmad Alokush, who regularly advises Fortune 100 companies and government entities on technology matters, this course provides practical, immediately applicable knowledge without requiring technical expertise. Participants will learn blockchain and cryptocurrency fundamentals, smart contract legal implications, crypto taxation and compliance issues, and how traditional legal principles apply to both technologies. Through real-world case studies covering both blockchain implementations and cryptocurrency transactions, attendees gain confidence to advise clients while avoiding common pitfalls.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Define blockchain and smart contract technology and explain their legal implications for client advisory and contract formation
2. Identify what types of data can and cannot be securely or legally stored on blockchain systems and evaluate privacy compliance
3. Analyze major 2025 cryptocurrency regulatory developments and their impact on client compliance obligations
4. Evaluate blockchain advantages and disadvantages while assessing cryptocurrency legal classifications for different client scenarios
5. Apply practical frameworks for blockchain and cryptocurrency client intake, risk assessment, and specialist referral decision