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Matthew E. Kohen

Matthew E. Kohen

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Overview

Matthew Kohen focuses his practice on the representation of technology companies in emerging industries such as fintech, telecommunications, and cybersecurity. He regularly advises companies on issues related to capital formation, regulatory compliance, and general corporate matters.

Matthew also serves as co-chair of the firm’s Blockchain and Digital Currency Practice, and counsels companies in this space on how to structure their blockchain businesses and products into existing regulatory regimes.

Featured Insights

New York's Relaxed BitLicense Could Still Take Lessons From Wyoming's Permissive Approach
Blockchain and Digital Currency

New York's Relaxed BitLicense Could Still Take Lessons From Wyoming's Permissive Approach

Publication
Bank Regulator Clarifies Crypto Custody Rules
Blockchain and Digital Currency

Bank Regulator Clarifies Crypto Custody Rules

Publication
State Regulations on Virtual Currency and Blockchain Technologies (Updated July 2020)
Blockchain and Digital Currency

State Regulations on Virtual Currency and Blockchain Technologies (Updated July 2020)

Publication

All News

05.01.2020
Carlton Fields Recognized as 2020 Top Firm for Insurance for Third Consecutive Year
04.17.2020
Wright v. Kleiman Enters Final Act – Document Reveal May Set Precedent
12.19.2019
Carlton Fields’ Matthew E. Kohen Quoted in Media on Cryptocurrency Regulations
11.21.2019
The Surprising Reason Why Blockstack May File for an IPO
10.25.2019
Carlton Fields Moves Blockchain Co-Leader to Los Angeles Office
10.19.2019
Carlton Fields Blockchain Attorneys Quoted on U.S. Regulatory Climate for Cryptocurrencies
08.30.2019
Carlton Fields’ Matthew E. Kohen Quoted in Media About High-Profile Cryptocurrency Case
07.03.2019
Carlton Fields Attorneys Author Article Series in Bloomberg Law on State Sales and Use Tax Statutes
06.13.2019
Carlton Fields’ Matthew E. Kohen Quoted in Coverage of Bitcoin Creator Dispute
05.09.2019
FinCEN Issues New Guidance for Cryptocurrency Industry
05.08.2019
Carlton Fields Blockchain Attorney Quoted in Article about Bitcoin Creator
03.27.2019
Carlton Fields Adds Renowned Virtual Currency Lawyer Andrew Hinkes
03.22.2019
Carlton Fields Hires Prominent Blockchain Attorney Andrew (Drew) Hinkes
02.05.2019
Carlton Fields Blockchain Attorneys Provide Commentary on Court Ruling Affecting Bitcoin Regulation
07.09.2018
Super Lawyers Honors 81 Carlton Fields Attorneys on 2018 Florida “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars”
03.01.2018
State Regulations on Virtual Currency and Blockchain Technologies
12.08.2017
Carlton Fields’ Bitcoin/Blockchain Practice Featured in Of Counsel
08.29.2017
Blockchain: Invasion of the Smart Contract Hackers
08.23.2017
Blockchain Technology: Inevitable Disruption or Inflated Hype
06.23.2017
Florida Super Lawyers Ranks 92 Carlton Fields Attorneys as 2017 “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars”

Recognition

  • "State Regulations on Virtual Currency and Blockchain Technologies (Updated)" recognized as a Top Article in Finance & Banking, Securities by the 2020 JD Supra Readers’ Choice Awards
  • Florida Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine (2017–2020)
  • Recognized as a Top Author in cybersecurity by the 2016 JD Supra Readers' Choice Awards

Professional & Community Involvement

  • American Bar Association
  • One Community One Goal, Miami-Dade County’s official economic development organization
    • Miami-Dade Beacon Council
    • Information Technology Committee
  • InfraGard
    • Partnership between the FBI and the private sector dedicated to sharing information and intelligence to prevent hostile acts against businesses and academic institutions.
    • Communications, Financial Services & Information Technology Sectors
  • Florida International Bankers Association
    • Innovation Committee

Speaking Engagements

  • "Roundtable Discussion on Navigating the CBD Landscape," CBD Seminar, PLAC, Miami, FL (January 15, 2020)
  • “Regulation Panel,” North American Bitcoin Conference, Miami, FL (January 2018)
  • "Doing a TGE? Assemble your 'Dream Team,'" BlockCon, Santa Monica, CA (October 11, 2017)
  • "The Law of Blockchain," Florida International University’s StartUP FIU, Miami, FL (September 29, 2017)
  • “Early Stage Deal Structure, Preparing for Due Diligence, and NDAs,” Healthbox Miami Studio, Miami, FL (June 19, 2015)

Credentials

Education
  • University of Miami School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude, 2014)
    • Senior Articles Editor, University of Miami Law Review
    • Podhurst Orseck Scholarship
    • Outstanding Merit Scholarship
    • Greenstein Family Scholarship
  • American University (B.A., 2011)
Bar Admissions
  • Florida
Court Admissions
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
  • Florida State Courts

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