About Us
Kelman PLLC launched in 2017. Our origin dates to 2014, when our founder Daniel Kelman was “Goxxed” and flew to Japan to advocate for creditor interests in the MtGox bankruptcy. In 2022, Michael Handelsman became a partner, bringing more than a decade of securities litigation experience to the firm. Our attorneys are supported by a staff of law clerks and operations personnel.
Partners
Expertise
Michael focuses on the regulatory environment that surrounds virtual currency and financial technology, whether that’s obtaining licenses for his clients, analyzing a token issuance, drafting contracts, or litigating client disputes. Prior to joining Kelman PLLC, Michael spent nearly a decade focused on the areas of Securities Arbitration and Litigation, Complex Commercial Litigation, Securities Regulation and Enforcement, and Broker-Dealer Compliance and Defense. Since joining Kelman PLLC, Michael has focused on the interplay of digital assets and the regulation of securities and money transmitters/money services businesses.
Education
Seton Hall Juris Doctor, 2012
Seton Hall University B.S., 2006
Bar Admissions
New York and New Jersey
Michael D. Handelsman
Expertise
Daniel’s practice has been devoted to digital assets since 2014 and he has a deep familiarity with the industry. Daniel advises clients on a range of cross-border transactional, litigation and insolvency matters. Daniel was one of the architects of the MtGox civil rehabilitation filing in Japan, which greatly increased value for creditors. He is a skilled investigator with experience compiling digital forensic data and blockchain analytics, as well as deciphering complex financial transactions and trading activity. He has advised projects on financing via token offerings, as well as negotiated multi-million dollar settlements for clients seeking to recoup their investment.
Education
BROOKLYN LAW SCHOOL Juris Doctor, 2010
QUEENS COLLEGE B.A., 2007
Bar Admissions
New York