Chris Elias

Chris Elias is an accomplished lawyer with extensive expertise in web3, fintech, and emerging technologies. Leading a global team of legal professionals, Chris has provided guidance to over 150 startups, assisting them from inception through to scale-up stages. His experience spans a diverse array of industries, including NFT projects, crypto exchanges, DeFi, CeFi, lending, payments, gaming, entertainment, DAOs, data sharing, token raises, and decentralised applications (DApps). As a licensed lawyer in Australia, Chris collaborates with international legal experts to deliver practical and innovative solutions for clients worldwide. His firsthand experience as a founder—having successfully established, operated, and exited his own startup—enriches his understanding of the entrepreneurial journey, allowing him to offer insightful and strategic legal counsel. Chris is dedicated to providing pragmatic advice with the objective of empowering startups to effect meaningful change. His commitment to client success and deep understanding of the technological landscape make him a valuable partner to any enterprise looking to navigate the complexities of the modern digital world.