Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Attorney
Alex Mejias
804.255.9515
Alex Mejias has been serving businesses in the bitcoin and cryptocurrency industry since early 2018. Bringing a deep knowledge of the technical underpinnings of bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, Alex has provided strategic, technical, and legal guidance to startups building on top of public and private blockchain networks. Since beginning his blockchain law practice, Alex has appeared in various media outlets, spoken at blockchain conferences, and provided training to professionals on cryptocurrencies.
In addition to serving businesses in the bitcoin and cryptocurrency industry, Alex provides legal counsel and consulting services for individuals in the administration of bitcoin and other cryptoassets, particularly in conjunction with trusts and estate planners.
ALEX HAS BEEN FEATURED BY
Speaking Engagements
Block9 Conference - October, 2018
From Facebook's Libra to Permissionless Blockchain (VCU) - June, 2019
RVAbc Blockchain Summit - October, 2019
The Future of Real Estate Technology, VCU Real Estate Trends Conference - October, 2022
Understanding the Blockchain: How It Works, How Criminals are Using It and How Investigators are Responding, Virginia Bar Association - October, 2022
Crypto Panel, Risk Management Association - May, 2023
Publications
Crypto is Coming to an Estate Plan Near You: How to be Ready - Virginia Lawyer, June 2021
Seminars
Intro to Cryptocurrency for Estate Planning Attorneys - June, 2019
Articles
5 Tips for Holding Bitcoin Long Term
What’s the Difference between Bitcoin and Libra?
Congress Asks Facebook to Halt Libra Project
Press
Virginia Business - New kids on the block(chain): Are cryptocurrencies the future of finance?
Style Weekly - Interview: Lawyer Alex Mejias Provides Expertise on Digital Currency
Media Appearances
BLOCKTV - Day 1 of the @telegram TON hearing is about to get underway in New York. - February 2020
BLOCKTV - Block One’s Settlement with the SEC - October 2019
Richmond's Morning News with John Reid - Concerns About Facebook’s Currency - July 2019
BLOCKTV - Regulation Roundup, SEC v. Kik - June 2019
Crypto Wendy O - SEC v. Kik - June 2019
BLOCKTV - Links in the Chain, Waiting on the Regulators - May 2019
Crypto Wendy O - Craig Wright Copyright - May 2019