CYBER INVESTIGATIONS
Crypto Assets and Divorce
Cryptocurrency – aka Crypto – it’s that digital gold rush that’s been all the buzz.
But when it comes to splitting assets in a divorce, crypto can turn into a real headache. Why? Well, because it’s pretty easy to hide, it’s incredibly volatile, and let’s be honest, it’s a bit of a new frontier for everyone involved, including the courts.
That’s where Rexxfield comes in.
Finding Hidden Crypto in Divorces: Blockchain Forensic Investigators
Whether you’ve got a sneaking suspicion that your soon-to-be ex is stashing Bitcoin away or you’re a family law attorney wanting to ensure your client gets their fair share, you’re in the right place. We’ve mastered the art of uncovering hidden crypto and valuing it correctly, so that you have the peace of mind that all your spouse’s crypto activity will be considered in the divorce settlement.
Hidden Crypto Assets: The Latest Challenge in Divorce
The realm of cryptocurrency presents a unique battlefield in divorce negotiations. Unlike traditional assets, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and countless other alt-coins and tokens, offer a level of anonymity and ease of transfer that can be a boon for those looking to keep certain assets out of sight. This digital asset class operates on the blockchain, a decentralized ledger that records transactions across a network of computers, making transactions secure but also challenging to trace without the right tools and expertise.
Understanding the basics of cryptocurrency is crucial in these cases. Each unit of cryptocurrency, whether it’s a coin like Bitcoin or a token used on decentralized applications, is tied to a public key—a visible address on the blockchain where transactions are recorded. However, the owner’s identity is tied to a private key, which is essentially their digital signature, kept secret. Without access or knowledge of these keys, unraveling who owns what becomes a daunting task.
This inherent design of cryptocurrencies—to ensure privacy and security—also creates a perfect veil for concealing assets. Someone could transfer significant amounts of wealth into cryptocurrency, move it across wallets or exchanges with little more than a few clicks, and leave virtually no trace accessible to the untrained eye. In a divorce, this means assets that should be part of the marital pool for division can be effectively hidden, potentially skewing settlements and leaving one party at a significant disadvantage.
Our aim is to equip you with a foundational understanding of digital currencies, blockchain technology, and the significance of public and private keys, providing a stepping stone to uncovering hidden cryptocurrency assets. With this knowledge, we want to better prepare you to navigate the digital asset landscape with confidence, ensuring an equitable resolution in your divorce proceedings.
Looking for Answers
Navigating through a divorce is tough, and when cryptocurrency gets thrown into the mix, things can feel a bit like the Wild West.
For Divorcing Spouses
Feeling out of your depth with all this crypto talk? We get it. Cryptocurrency is tricky at the best of times, and when you’re dealing with the stress of a divorce on top, it’s the last thing you want to worry about. We’re here to help find and value any hidden digital treasures to ensure you get what you’re entitled to.
For Legal Professionals
Keeping up with the digital age is no small feat, especially when it comes to assets as complex as cryptocurrency. We provide the information, techniques, and expertise you need to navigate these uncharted waters, giving your clients the edge.
How Our Crypto Investigators Can Help
At Rexxfield, we offer a premier suite of investigation services tailored to uncover, prove, and assist with the recovery of hidden cryptocurrency assets in divorce cases. Our approach combines the latest in digital forensic techniques with a deep understanding of blockchain technology, providing you with a clear path through the complexities of digital asset division.
Finding Hidden Digital Assets
Cryptocurrency exists in various forms and locations—from popular coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum stored in exchanges to obscure ‘alt-coin’ tokens held in private digital wallets that may not even be listed on exchanges. Our team employs best-in-class crypto tracing tools that allow us to trace transactions back to their source, revealing the types of cryptocurrency involved and where they are held. This not only aids in asset identification but also in understanding the movement and potential concealment of assets.
Confirming Type and Location of Holdings
Our journey begins with a meticulous process to confirm the existence of cryptocurrency holdings. Leveraging advanced digital forensics, we scrutinize digital footprints left by transactions, delve into financial records, and use data analysis to pinpoint potential cryptocurrency activities. This initial step sets the foundation for a thorough investigation.
Legal Collaboration
We understand the importance of aligning our investigative efforts with your legal strategy. Whether you need an expert witness, assistance in preparing a strategy for a deposition, or an investigator with a solid grasp of chain of custody and who can advise on how to deliver technical evidence so that the non-technical can understand – Rexxfield has you covered.
Identification and Evidence of Digital Assets
Utilizing advanced digital forensics, we systematically identify hidden cryptocurrency holdings and meticulously prove their existence in a way that anyone can understand. Our investigation delves into digital trails and transactions, ensuring that every piece of digital currency is accounted for.
Uncovering Patterns of Deceit
Beyond the identification and valuation, we specialize in revealing patterns of wilful deceit. This includes tracing the deliberate attempts to secret away digital assets like Bitcoin and other crypto, transfers designed to hide wealth, and any actions that suggest an intent to deceive the court or spouse. Our expertise allows us to uncover evidence of such behaviors, supporting claims of dishonesty and manipulation.
Valuation of Crypto Assets for Divorce
We provide precise valuation of the identified digital assets for critical moments, such as the date of separation, leveraging historical data and market analysis. This is essential for an equitable division of assets, ensuring that values are fair and reflect the true worth of the cryptocurrency holdings at relevant times.
Rexxfield’s Public/Private Law Enforcement Partnerships
We have worked with the U.S. Marshals, FBI, USSS, DHS, numerous European, African and Asian cybercrime police agencies, Australian State and Federal police and many private security, and corporate intelligence organizations.
NOTE: Rexxfield is not an “Agent” for any Law Enforcement Agency. We are simply a trusted source, this is an important legal distinction.
Our Process
Step 1: Initial Contact
Reach out to Rexxfield through our contact form, selecting that it is a divorce case from the options listed, and providing our team with context and information about your situation.
Step 2: Free Online Consultation
An investigator will reach out to you to learn more about your situation and schedule a free online consultation.
Step 3: Contract and Engagement
A case-specific contract will be prepared for you to sign, followed by an invoice. Once payment is made, your investigation will begin.
Step 4: The invegistigation begins
Depending on what you know about your spouse’s crypto assets, our investigation will vary:
(1) If you know all the crypto wallet addresses, we start tracing and valuing assets immediately.
(2) If you know some wallet addresses, we make the most of the information you do have to identify witnesses who could reveal additional hidden crypto assets.
(3) If you’re unsure about the existence or details of your spouse’s crypto assets, we assist by:
- Searching for evidence of crypto in your spouse’s activities.
- Assisting your lawyer with requests for information from the other party.
- Where appropriate, working with your legal representation to make the most of your divorce deposition(s).
Step 5: Comprehensive Reporting
We’ll prepare a detailed report of our findings.
What’s included in the report?
At the conclusion of our investigation, we compile a detailed report of our findings. This report includes evidence of hidden or undisclosed cryptocurrency assets, valuations of identified assets, and an overview of the investigative process, all prepared in a format that supports legal scrutiny and can be repeated by law enforcement should the opposing party continue in their deceit and be held in contempt.
If required, we can offer expert testimony in court, presenting our findings to support your case. Our experts are skilled at conveying complex information in a clear and compelling manner, proving the existence of undisclosed assets, attempts to hide them from the spouse and/or court, and advising on valuation for an equitable division.
Step 6: Other Ways We Can Help
Depending on your needs, we offer additional services, including but not limited to:
- Providing a written expert witness statement.
- Helping your lawyer prepare for interrogatories.
- Offering expert witness testimony in court or online.
- Ghost-writing subpoenas for precise information requests.
Curious to learn more about how Rexxfield can assist you?
Would you like to get more specific?
Schedule a free case consult to discuss your case in greater detail.
Digital Forensics and Crypto Analysis Techniques
We ensure that no stone is left unturned in the search for hidden cryptocurrency assets and their true value. Let us guide you through this challenging process, ensuring that all assets, digital or otherwise, are fairly considered and divided.
The heart of our service lies in our ability to trace digital assets that their owner thinks they have successfully hidden. Using cutting-edge blockchain analytics, we ‘follow the money’ across multiple platforms, wallets and even through sophisticated methods designed to obfuscate the crypto currency trail. Our expertise in reading the blockchain enables us to uncover on and off ramps (where cash is converted to crypto and vice versa), the transaction chain, trace through conversions of one coin to another, and identify witnesses that can be subpoenaed for evidence and establish connections that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Your spouse and their lawyers may undervalue their crypto activity and asset value in their side’s divorce proceedings submission, but Rexxfield will produce irrefutable proof of the assets true value at any given point in time and prove them to be an unreliable party at the same time.
Cryptocurrency transactions leave behind digital artifacts—bits of information that, when correctly interpreted, can reveal the presence of digital assets. Our team meticulously analyzes these artifacts, from transaction histories to wallet addresses, using specialized software that can sift through vast amounts of data to find the evidence needed to prove ownership and value of the assets.
Blockchain explorers are invaluable in our investigation process. They provide a window into the blockchain, allowing us to see the movement of assets in real-time. By tracking the flow of funds from one address to another, we can piece together the puzzle of hidden assets, providing concrete evidence for legal proceedings.
Why Choose Rexxfield?
In the intricate world of divorce settlements, especially where the invisible yet valuable assets like cryptocurrency are involved, choosing the right partner to guide you through can make all the difference. At Rexxfield, we don’t just offer services; we offer solutions, support, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have a dedicated team of experts on your side. Here are a few reasons why Rexxfield stands out as your premier choice:
Track Record of Success
Not only are we THE original digital forensics investigation company, but our demonstrated ability to discover hidden digital assets has continually led to favorable outcomes for our clients, just as we’ll do for you.
Personalized Strategies
We recognize the uniqueness of each case and tailor our strategies accordingly, ensuring they align with both legal requirements and your objectives.
Extensive Expert Network
Our broad network across legal, financial, and blockchain fields allows for a comprehensive approach to every case, ensuring no stone is left unturned.
Cutting-Edge Digital Forensics
Our team’s mastery of digital forensics and blockchain technology uncovers hidden assets and ensures evidence holds up in court, offering a significant edge.
Expertise Led by Michael Roberts
Under Michael Roberts’ leadership, we blend deep technical knowledge with extensive legal experience to deliver litigation and legal support across cybercrime for many years. While we are not lawyers, we have been delivering insights in a manner that maximally benefits your case.
Empowerment Through Knowledge
We’re committed to demystifying cryptocurrency for our clients and their legal teams, equipping them with the necessary knowledge to confidently navigate their cases.
What Our Clients Say
“I have worked with Rexxfield on multiple occasions regarding a variety of cyber-investigative matters. Rexxfield has always proved to be extremely knowledgeable, resourceful, innovative, quick-acting, and results-driven. I continue to turn to Rexxfield first for my cyber-investigative needs, and I have referred Rexxfield to many others.”
Attorney Jeffrey Rosenfeld
“I searched through several private investigators before deciding on Rexxfield, as I have learned that very few PIs can actually do this type of investigation. Considering all Rexxfield provides, their prices are extremely reasonable and they genuinely care about your case. Along with their ability to obtain conclusive evidence, Michael, owner of Rexxfield, is an excellent testifier and has top-notch credentials. My attorney was pleased.”
(aka Jenny in Laura Whitmore Cyber Stalking Documentary)
Susan Stranger
“Within only a couple of days, Rexxfield discovered the identity of the cowardly ‘anonymous’ owner of a website, which he created to discredit and defame me. I was then able to file a lawsuit against him. I am so grateful. This could not have been accomplished without Rexxfield’s expert work! This company is nothing short of miraculous. Strongly recommend!”
Stephanie Kienzle