Since 2017, Dilendorf Law Firm has been at the forefront of digital asset law—helping clients secure and protect their cryptocurrency through customized legal structures that address today’s cyber, custody, and compliance risks.
Our firm has represented over 100 clients in crypto custody disputes, arbitration, and litigation.
We’ve seen firsthand how devastating exchange hacks, phishing scams, and inadequate legal planning can be—and why proactive, tailored estate and asset protection is essential for crypto holders.
Why Crypto Requires Unique Planning
Every U.S. crypto exchange places the risk of loss on the customer. Their User Agreements routinely state: “We’re not liable for stolen assets.”
That means if your account is hacked or your funds are misappropriated—you’re on your own.
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Our team helps clients secure their cryptocurrency through customized trusts, asset protection structures, and cross-border estate planning solutions.
Crypto wealth also presents unique planning challenges:
How do you protect your private keys from unauthorized access?
How do you ensure smooth inheritance without compromising custody?
How do you shield your crypto from lawsuits, creditors, or divorce?
We help you build smart, future-ready structures that address all of these risks.
Tailoring Your Asset Protection Strategy
The first step in creating an effective crypto asset protection plan is understanding your personal and financial profile. We tailor every strategy to fit your specific needs.
During our initial consultation, we review key details such as:
Your Background – Are you a crypto investor, early adopter, or tech founder? Your risk exposure and planning needs may vary based on how your assets were acquired.
Family and Beneficiaries – Do you have children or other heirs? We ensure your crypto can be transferred efficiently and securely to the next generation.
Residency Plans – Are you considering second residency or moving assets offshore? This impacts whether domestic or international structures are a better fit.
Risk Tolerance – Are you concerned about lawsuits, divorce, or future claims? Understanding your risk profile helps determine how much protection and flexibility you need.
Your answers guide our recommendations—whether that’s setting up a Family Limited Partnership, working with Swiss banks, or using offshore or hybrid trusts.
Legal Structures Tailored to Your Crypto Wealth
We design and implement legal frameworks to help you protect, preserve, and transfer your crypto assets with confidence.
Domestic Asset Protection Tools
Family Limited Partnerships (FLPs) – Provide control, valuation discounts, and creditor protection for U.S.-based clients.
Domestic Trusts with Swiss Custody – Blend U.S. trust law with the enhanced privacy and security of Swiss segregated accounts.
LLCs with Swiss or Liechtenstein Banking – A streamlined option for clients seeking international custody with minimal complexity.
Offshore Trust Structures
Cayman STAR Trusts – Useful for clients with international exposure, offering strong protection against future claims.
Liechtenstein & Cook Islands Trusts – Designed for privacy and long-term asset security through trusted jurisdictions.
Swiss Custodial Accounts – Institutional-grade crypto custody with segregated holdings and strong legal safeguards.
Hybrid Structures
U.S. Trusts with Offshore Migration Clauses – Begin domestically, with the flexibility to shift offshore upon a triggering event like relocation or litigation.
Cross-Border Real Estate Trusts/LLCs – Used to hold property in Europe (Austria, Portugal, Italy, etc.) through IRS-compliant structures that simplify inheritance and asset protection.
Each structure is carefully crafted to align with your profile and provide maximum protection, flexibility, and long-term control over your digital wealth.
Full-Spectrum Crypto Estate Planning
We provide end-to-end solutions to secure, preserve, and transfer your digital assets with confidence and compliance.
Our planning process addresses all critical aspects of crypto wealth management:
Tax Optimization – We collaborate with experienced tax advisors to reduce estate, gift, and capital gains tax exposure, leveraging jurisdictional advantages and compliant structures.
Global Regulatory Compliance – Our strategies are fully aligned with U.S. and international reporting obligations, including FATCA, FBAR, Form 8938, and Form 3520.
Cybersecurity Integration – We partner with leading blockchain forensic firms and digital custody providers to protect your assets against unauthorized access and emerging threats.
Professional Trustee Coordination – We work with trusted fiduciaries in Switzerland, Liechtenstein, the Cayman Islands, and U.S. jurisdictions like South Dakota to ensure your plan is executed with reliability and discretion.
Take the First Step Toward Securing Your Crypto Assets
You’ve worked hard to build your digital wealth—now it’s time to protect it.
At Dilendorf Law Firm, we offer clear, strategic guidance for structuring, securing, and transferring your crypto assets across jurisdictions and generations.
Whether you’re in the U.S. or abroad, our legal team is here to design a plan tailored to your goals. Contact us at (212) 457-9797 or email us at info@dilendorf.com.
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