Ladan Stewart Joins White & Case LLP, Shifting From SEC Crypto Enforcement to Private Sector

Former SEC attorney Ladan Stewart transitions to White & Case LLP, aiming to leverage her regulatory expertise in the burgeoning field of cryptocurrency litigation.

Ladan Stewart, known for her significant role in SEC's crypto enforcement, has joined White & Case LLP as a partner.
Stewart's move marks a pivotal shift in the landscape of cryptocurrency litigation, signaling a potential change in the dynamic between regulators and the crypto industry.
During her tenure at the SEC, Stewart led the creation of a specialized trial unit and was instrumental in high-profile cases against Ripple and Coinbase.
At White & Case, Stewart aims to build a specialized practice focused on crypto and cyber defense, drawing on her extensive experience from the SEC.
The transition raises questions about the future of cryptocurrency regulation and the evolving relationship between regulatory bodies and the crypto sector.