Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency advice, in plain English

Fixed-fee advisory support for crypto matters — from a solicitor who actually understands the technology, not just the law.

Overview

Crypto sits in a legal grey area for most people — valuable, genuinely yours, and rarely simple to sort out when something goes wrong. Our solicitor has real experience advising on crypto matters, and understands both the legal position and how the technology actually works — which matters, because most solicitors are learning the basics of blockchain at the same time as your case.

How we help

Four ways we typically get involved.

01

Lost or inaccessible access

Advice on your options if you've lost keys, access to a wallet, or are locked out of an account.

02

Exchange disputes

Advisory support where a platform has frozen, delayed, or mishandled your funds — understanding your position and the strongest next step.

03

Structuring & holding crypto assets

Advice on trusts, company holding structures, and estate planning involving crypto assets.

04

Crypto tax

Advice on Capital Gains Tax and Income Tax obligations arising from crypto disposals, mining, and staking under current HMRC guidance.

Who our services are for
This is advisory support, not litigation. If your situation involves an active freezing order, court-based asset tracing, or a regulatory investigation, we'll give you a clear steer on your position and can refer you to a specialist litigation firm better suited to that kind of case.
FAQ

Common questions

Is cryptocurrency taxable in the UK?

Generally, yes. HMRC treats cryptocurrency as a capital asset rather than currency, so disposals — selling, swapping, or spending it — are usually subject to Capital Gains Tax. Some activity, like mining or staking income, can be treated as income instead. The right treatment depends on the specifics of what you did.

What can I do if I've lost access to my wallet?

It depends on how access was lost, and outcomes vary a lot case by case — we won't pretend otherwise. What we can do is give you a realistic assessment of your options and the steps worth taking, rather than false hope or a dead end.

Can Solicitor Book help if an exchange won't release my funds?

We can advise on your position and the strongest next step — that's advisory support, and where most of these situations sit. If it's already moved into active litigation, we'll say so plainly and refer you to a specialist litigation firm rather than take on work outside our scope.

Do I need a solicitor for crypto tax, or just an accountant?

For straightforward filing, an accountant is usually the right call. Where there's a dispute with HMRC, a structuring question, or a compliance issue that needs a legal opinion, that's where a solicitor's advice matters — the two roles aren't interchangeable.

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Solicitor Book is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. We introduce enquiries to regulated solicitors in our network, and may receive a referral fee for doing so.