Can you recover crypto that was sent to a scammer?
In many cases, yes. If the funds are still in an exchange or can be traced on-chain, we have legal tools to freeze and recover them. The sooner you act, the better the chances. Recovery depends on factors like how quickly funds were moved, whether they passed through mixers, and which jurisdictions are involved.
How quickly should I contact you after a scam?
Immediately. The first 48 hours are critical. Scammers move funds quickly through mixers and multiple wallets. Early intervention significantly increases recovery chances. Even if weeks or months have passed, contact us — recovery may still be possible.
What information do I need to provide?
Transaction hashes (TXIDs), wallet addresses involved, screenshots of communications with scammers, exchange/platform names, and any KYC documents you may have shared. The more detail you can provide, the faster our team can assess your case and begin tracing.
Do you charge upfront for the initial review?
No. The initial case review is completely free and carries no obligation. We assess the viability of recovery and only proceed with your explicit consent. Our fee structures are transparent and agreed upon before any work begins.
What cryptocurrencies can you trace and recover?
We handle Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USDT, USDC, BNB, Solana (SOL), XRP, and most major ERC-20/BEP-20 tokens. Our forensic tools cover 40+ blockchains, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Solana, Polygon, Avalanche, and more. If it's on a major blockchain, we can trace it.
Can you help if the scammer is in another country?
Absolutely. Crypto fraud is borderless, and so is our practice. We work with legal partners in over 40 countries and have established relationships with major international exchanges. Many of our most successful recoveries involve scammers and victims in entirely different countries.
How long does the recovery process take?
Timelines vary significantly based on case complexity. Simple cases where funds are on a single exchange can resolve in 2-4 weeks. Complex multi-jurisdictional cases typically take 2-6 months. We provide realistic estimates after the initial assessment phase.
Can you recover funds from a hardware wallet theft?
Yes. If your hardware wallet was stolen, physically compromised, or if you lost access due to seed phrase theft, we can trace the transferred assets and pursue recovery through legal channels. The key is acting quickly before funds are fully laundered.
What if the scam was through a dating app or social media?
Pig butchering and romance scams are among our most common cases. We can trace the crypto trail regardless of where the initial contact happened. Platform communication data can also be subpoenaed to identify the perpetrators. You are not alone — these sophisticated operations target thousands of people.
Is my case confidential?
Absolutely. All client information is protected by attorney-client privilege. Your case details are never shared without your explicit written consent. We handle every case with the strictest confidentiality and understand the sensitive nature of fraud victimization.
What makes Crypto Lawyers different from recovery scammers?
We are a licensed law firm with real attorneys, verifiable case results, and physical offices in five countries. We never guarantee recovery (no ethical law firm does), we never ask for crypto as payment, we never demand upfront fees for basic services, and we provide transparent fee structures before any work begins. If someone promises guaranteed recovery or asks for payment in crypto, it is likely a recovery scam.
Do you work on a contingency basis?
In certain cases, we offer contingency fee arrangements where our fee is a percentage of recovered funds. This is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and depends on the complexity of the case, the likelihood of recovery, and the estimated effort involved. We discuss all fee options during your free initial consultation.