When I say crypto law is at the "forefront of legal innovation", this is what I mean. The world has yet to realise the importance of what is being developed.
As lawyers in the space, we are navigating uncharted territories, interpreting new regulations and advising on matters that are still being defined. However, using the label "crypto" lawyer is often seen as taboo. Because, for some reason, the actions of a small number of individuals have overshadowed the great potential of the technology being built.
Abraham Lincoln is quoted to have said, "the practice of law is a noble profession." This sentiment has endured through centuries and holds true even as the legal landscape evolves with the advent of new technologies like cryptocurrency and blockchain.
In my view, being a crypto lawyer does not diminish the nobility of the legal profession. Rather, it enhances it. We are the ones embracing the challenges and complexities of a rapidly changing world and shaping the future of law in a digital age.