Irina Heaver is a leading cryptocurrency and blockchain lawyer based in Dubai and Switzerland, representing clients worldwide. She is highly regarded internationally for her extensive experience and deep technical knowledge of Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrency matters.
Irina advises across the value chain in the space, including protocol developers, Web3 projects, infrastructure projects such as tokenization platforms, cryptocurrency exchanges, and payment providers, as well as Web3 venture capital funds.
Irina has consulted multiple governments and regulators on policies surrounding emerging technology and has drafted crypto-related laws and regulations.
With nearly two decades of experience gained as a Partner in a law firm, in-house as a regional General Counsel, and as a co-founder of a crypto exchange, she has advised on over USD $500 billion worth of projects and transactions in the oil and gas, mining, construction, maritime, and technology sectors.
Irina’s expertise is in helping visionary entrepreneurs with legally compliant launches, capital raises, and growth.