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Recovering Stolen Cryptocurrency: Legal Strategies That Work

Written by Steven Garfinkle, Esq. | Jun 8 2025

Helping Hack Victims Recover Stolen Crypto: How Legal Action Can Work

In the unregulated and fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, theft can happen in an instant—and recovery can feel impossible. But victims of crypto hacks are not always powerless. At Simon Law Group LLC, we can help clients navigate the legal maze to trace and recover stolen digital assets.

One recent series of cases involved victims who had their cryptocurrency stolen in coordinated phishing and exchange-breach attacks. These were not isolated incidents but part of a growing trend where hackers exploit security flaws or trick users into revealing private keys and login credentials. Our team can work closely with forensic blockchain analysts to trace the stolen funds across wallets and exchanges. Once we can identify where the assets had been moved, we can take swift legal action—whether through civil litigation, subpoenaing exchanges, or leveraging international cooperation—to freeze or reclaim the funds.

Recovering crypto isn’t easy, and success requires speed, expertise, and persistence. Our experience representing victims of crypto theft gives us insight into how to pursue every legal remedy available, from emergency injunctions to negotiations with platforms holding tainted assets. If you’ve lost digital currency to a hack, legal tools may be your best chance at getting your money back—and we're here to help you every step of the way.

Contact Simon Law Group LLC today to discuss your situation confidentially. Your recovery starts with knowing your rights.

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