Recover Your Stolen or Lost Cryptocurrency

With more than 15 years of complex-financial litigation experience, Gabriel Smith helps investors and everyday people nationwide trace digital assets, sue fraudsters, and hold negligent companies accountable.

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Gabriel Smith – Cryptocurrency Recovery Attorney

Gabriel Smith is a highly experienced cryptocurrency recovery attorney based in Opelika, Alabama, with over 15 years of legal experience.

He specializes in helping individuals and businesses across the United States recover stolen, hacked, or lost cryptocurrency assets.

In the rapidly evolving world of digital currency, having a skilled lawyer on your side can make all the difference in reclaiming what’s rightfully yours.

Gabriel combines deep legal expertise with a personalized, approachable style – committed to seeking justice for every client.

Cryptocurrency scams and thefts have surged in recent years. In fact, the FBI estimates victims lost a staggering $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency-related crimes in 2023, a 45% increase from just two years prior.

These crimes affect everyone from seasoned investors to everyday people, and even law enforcement struggles to keep up.

Gabriel Smith understands the devastating impact such losses have on your finances and peace of mind. With his guidance, victims of crypto fraud have a fighting chance to reclaim their assets and hold perpetrators accountable.

Why Choose Gabriel Smith for Crypto Recovery?

15+ Years of Legal Experience: Gabriel is a veteran attorney who has handled complex financial and cybercrime cases. His extensive background means you benefit from proven legal strategies and seasoned judgment.
Cryptocurrency Recovery Specialist: Unlike general attorneys, Gabriel focuses on cryptocurrency fraud and theft cases. He stays up-to-date on the latest blockchain technologies and crypto laws to effectively trace funds and pursue offenders.
Nationwide Service: Though based in Alabama, Gabriel serves clients nationwide. Cryptocurrency crimes are often international in scope – no matter where you are in the U.S., he can help coordinate recovery efforts across state and national borders.
Personalized Approach: Gabriel treats each client’s case as unique. He will listen to your story, explain your legal options in plain language, and tailor a recovery strategy suited to your situation. You’re not just a case number – you’ll get compassionate, one-on-one attention.
Commitment to Justice: Gabriel is driven by a passion for justice. He believes that no one should lose their hard-earned money to fraud, and he works tirelessly to hold scammers, hackers, and negligent companies accountable. From aggressive litigation to collaborating with law enforcement, he will explore every legal avenue to help you get your funds back.

Meet Gabriel Smith

Based in Opelika, Alabama and serving clients across the United States, Gabriel Smith is a seasoned attorney who focuses exclusively on recovering cryptocurrency lost to hacks, scams, exchange collapses and more. Combining deep legal knowledge with cutting-edge blockchain forensics, he provides a single-minded commitment to justice for every client.

Cryptocurrency crime surged to $5.6 billion in reported losses during 2023 alone. If it happened to you, you are not powerless. Gabriel’s mission is to fight back—tracking coins, freezing wallets, and litigating relentlessly until every legal avenue is exhausted.

Why Choose Gabriel Smith?

15 + Years’ Legal Experience → Proven courtroom strategies in financial and cyber-crime cases.
Crypto-Focused Practice → Daily immersion in blockchain tech and evolving laws.
Nationwide Reach → Representation in federal, state, and international matters.
Personal, Compassionate Service → You speak with Gabriel directly, not a call-center.
Relentless Pursuit of Justice → From asset-freeze injunctions to law-enforcement coordination, no stone is left unturned.

Comprehensive Cryptocurrency Recovery Services

Cryptocurrency losses can occur in many ways. Gabriel Smith offers comprehensive legal services to address a wide range of crypto theft and fraud scenarios. Whether your situation involves a deceitful investment scheme or a malicious hack, Gabriel has the expertise to assist.

Key cryptocurrency recovery services include:

Recovery from Crypto Investment Scams – Fighting fraudsters who lure victims into fake crypto investments or Ponzi schemes.
Recovery from Wallet Hacks and Digital Theft – Tracing and reclaiming cryptocurrency stolen by hackers from personal wallets or accounts.
Cryptocurrency Exchange Insolvency & Hacks – Pursuing remedies when an exchange collapses, becomes insolvent, or suffers a hacking incident that freezes client funds.
Fraudulent ICOs and Crypto Ponzi Schemes – Holding fraudulent coin offerings and promoters accountable and seeking restitution for investors.
SIM Swap and Phone-Based Crypto Theft – Taking action against SIM-swapping attackers (and even negligent phone carriers) who hijack phone numbers to steal cryptocurrency.

Each type of case presents unique challenges, but Gabriel’s multi-faceted approach – combining legal action with cutting-edge investigative techniques – helps maximize the chances of a successful recovery. Below, we delve into each service area and how Gabriel can help.

Recovery from Cryptocurrency Investment Scams

Investment scams are one of the most common and devastating forms of crypto fraud. Criminals pose as investment managers, romantic interests (“romance scams”), or successful traders to convince victims to invest in bogus cryptocurrency schemes or trading platforms, then vanish with the money. Some elaborate “pig butchering” scams involve building trust over weeks or months before convincing victims to make large investments.

Gabriel Smith has seen firsthand how prevalent these scams are. If you’ve been tricked by a crypto investment scheme, you are not alone – and you do have options. Gabriel will draw on his knowledge of fraud and securities laws to evaluate your case and determine the best course of action.

How Gabriel Helps:

Gathering evidence: transaction records, communications, wallet addresses.
Coordinating with blockchain forensic specialists to trace stolen funds.
Filing civil lawsuits against scammers or facilitators, including negligent exchanges or banks.
Working with law enforcement (FBI, Secret Service) on investigations and prosecutions.

Recovery from Wallet Hacks and Digital Theft

Wallet hacks occur when criminals gain unauthorized access to your digital wallet or exchange account and transfer out your coins. Hackers use techniques like malware, phishing, or exploiting 2FA vulnerabilities to drain assets, often routing funds through mixers to obscure their trail.

How Gabriel Helps:

Partnering with cybersecurity and blockchain forensics experts to map the money trail.
Filing John Doe lawsuits to subpoena exchanges for account-holder information.
Seeking court orders to freeze assets on exchanges before they disappear.
Pursuing civil claims against hackers or negligent exchanges for damages.

Cryptocurrency Exchange Insolvency & Hacks

When an exchange collapses, freezes withdrawals, or is hacked, your assets can become inaccessible or vanish. Gabriel helps navigate the complex legal landscape of exchange bankruptcies and security failures.

Exchange Insolvency

In bankruptcy or receivership proceedings, Gabriel will file proofs of claim, represent your interests in creditor meetings, and explore separate civil actions if exchange operators misused customer funds.

Exchange Hacks

If an exchange suffers a hack, Gabriel reviews terms of service and security practices to identify negligence. He can pursue negligence claims or class-action litigation against exchanges that failed to protect customer assets.

How Gabriel Helps:

Preparing bankruptcy claims and advocating for you in court.
Coordinating group litigation when many users are affected.
Filing regulatory complaints with the SEC, CFTC, or state authorities.
Tracing stolen funds to pursue additional recovery avenues.

Fraudulent ICOs and Crypto Ponzi Schemes

Fraudulent ICOs and Ponzi schemes promise high returns on new tokens or projects that never materialize. Victims lose funds when organizers vanish or collapse the scheme.

How Gabriel Helps:

Reviewing whitepapers, marketing materials, and communications for misrepresentations.
Coordinating investor groups to pursue collective actions against promoters.
Filing lawsuits and tracing funds through blockchain analysis to freeze assets.
Engaging with regulators and law enforcement to boost restitution efforts.

SIM Swap and Phone-Based Crypto Theft

SIM swap attackers hijack phone numbers to intercept 2FA codes, allowing them to break into exchanges and wallets. Victims can lose large sums within minutes.

How Gabriel Helps:

Guiding you on immediate account security measures and evidence preservation.
Investigating carrier negligence and obtaining internal logs via subpoena.
Filing lawsuits against telecom providers and hackers for damages.
Tracing stolen crypto to freeze assets and assisting criminal prosecutions for restitution.

Why You Need a Cryptocurrency Recovery Attorney

If you’ve lost cryptocurrency to theft, fraud, or an accident, you might wonder: Can’t I just go to the police? Do I really need a specialized attorney? The truth is, while reporting crypto crimes to law enforcement is important, having a cryptocurrency recovery attorney on your side vastly improves your chances of getting your assets back.

Law Enforcement Limitations

Cryptocurrency crimes are a new frontier, and police and government agencies are often overwhelmed and under-resourced in this area. Unless your case involves very large sums or many victims, it may not get the attention it deserves. As Bloomberg Law reported, even the FBI and Justice Department task forces have a huge backlog and local authorities often lack the training and ability to investigate cross-border crypto crimes or recover coins from offshore wallets. Gabriel has the time and dedication to focus on your case, pursue leads, and apply pressure that busy law enforcement simply can’t. He will also work with law enforcement whenever possible, but he won’t wait passively for officials to act – he’ll be proactively advocating for you.

Technical Expertise and Resources

Crypto recovery is a blend of law, finance, and technology. A regular attorney without crypto experience might not even know where to start. Gabriel, however, has cultivated a network of blockchain forensic experts, cybersecurity specialists, and financial investigators. He understands how to trace blockchain transactions, interpret smart contract data, and engage experts who can delve into the dark web if needed. This technical prowess is essential because successfully tracking and linking stolen crypto to a real-world perpetrator is like finding a needle in a haystack. With Gabriel leading a multidisciplinary team, that task becomes achievable – an advantage you simply won’t have on your own.

Knowledge of Crypto Law and Avenues for Recovery

The legal landscape around cryptocurrency is constantly evolving. New court decisions, regulations, and strategies are emerging that can aid in recovery. For instance, courts in some jurisdictions are now willing to treat crypto assets as property and issue injunctions to freeze wallets, even if the owner is unknown. Gabriel stays up-to-date on these precedents and knows how to leverage them. He can advise if your situation might be addressed by specific laws – such as securities laws (for investment frauds), commodities laws, or computer fraud statutes. He’s also familiar with international aspects: cryptocurrency often moves across borders, so he knows how to utilize international treaties or coordinate with foreign counsel to chase assets abroad.

Identifying Liable Third Parties

One key benefit of an attorney is the ability to think creatively about who might be legally responsible for your loss. Obviously the thief or scammer is at fault – but they might be anonymous, overseas, or judgment-proof. Gabriel will analyze whether others can be held liable. For example, did a bank or payment app allow the scammer to transfer your money out? Did a crypto exchange fail to implement proper security or KYC (Know Your Customer) checks that would have stopped the thief from using their services? Did a telecom company’s negligence enable a SIM swap? These third parties often have deeper pockets and are within reach of U.S. courts. Gabriel’s experience in crypto cases means he knows where to look for such secondary liability.

Preventing Secondary Scams

Tragically, victims of crypto scams are sometimes targeted again by so-called “recovery” scammers. These fraudsters pretend to be investigators or recovery experts who promise to get your money back – but only if you pay an upfront fee. It’s a cruel trick to exploit people when they’re desperate. Gabriel will educate you on avoiding these secondary scams (for example, legitimate attorneys typically won’t ask for large upfront payments to recover crypto; many work on contingency or for standard legal fees, not outrageous sums). By hiring a reputable attorney, you can confidently ignore anyone else making wild promises.

Advocacy and Peace of Mind

Beyond the technicalities, there’s a personal reason to have a crypto recovery lawyer: peace of mind. Suffering a crypto loss is stressful and emotionally draining. The process of chasing criminals and dealing with legal papers can add to that stress. When Gabriel Smith represents you, he takes on the burden of the fight. He will keep you informed, but shield you from the day-to-day headaches of the case. Knowing that a skilled professional is devoted to your cause allows you to focus on your life and recovery from the trauma, while he focuses on the legal battle.

In summary, cryptocurrency recovery is not a do-it-yourself endeavor. The intricate nature of blockchain transactions, the anonymizing tricks used by scammers, and the multi-jurisdictional complexity all make it a specialized field. Gabriel Smith has devoted his practice to mastering this field. By hiring him, you give yourself the best possible chance to reclaim your assets. Even when success is uncertain, having an expert in your corner means everything feasible is being done to achieve justice on your behalf.

How the Cryptocurrency Recovery Process Works

Recovering stolen or lost cryptocurrency is a process that requires a blend of investigative work, legal action, and persistence. Gabriel Smith follows a step-by-step approach with each case, keeping clients informed along the way.

Initial Consultation & Case Evaluation
Your journey begins with a confidential meeting with Gabriel. You’ll recount what happened—scam, hack, or other incident—and provide documentation (transaction records, communications, police reports, etc.). Gabriel assesses: the nature and amount of the loss, identifiable transaction IDs or wallet addresses, and potential perpetrator details. He’ll honestly outline your case’s strengths and challenges, and, if viable, present an initial plan and fee arrangement. (Initial consultations are typically free and come with no obligation.)
Investigation & Evidence Gathering
Once engaged, Gabriel coordinates with blockchain forensics firms, private investigators, and open-source intelligence specialists to trace the movement of your coins. You’ll provide a timeline of events, communications, transaction hashes, wallet addresses, and exchange screenshots. Every hop on the blockchain is mapped to identify where your assets landed. Gabriel also assists with filing official reports (e.g., FBI IC3) to ensure authorities are aware.
Legal Strategy Development
With investigative findings in hand, Gabriel crafts a tailored legal strategy. Options include:
- Filing a civil (or “John Doe”) lawsuit against perpetrators or liable third parties.
- Seeking emergency relief—preliminary injunctions or asset freezes on wallets or exchange accounts.
- Coordinating with law enforcement to align civil and criminal efforts.
- Issuing demand letters or negotiating settlements where appropriate.
- Organizing class actions or group claims if many victims are affected.
Litigation & Legal Action
Gabriel executes the plan: drafting and filing complaints, managing discovery and motions, and representing you in court. He adapts as new evidence emerges—subpoenas may reveal identities or additional victims. He also evaluates settlement offers, advising you on whether to accept based on securing prompt recovery versus continued litigation.
Recovery of Assets & Resolution
After winning a judgment or settlement, Gabriel enforces the outcome. This may involve domesticating judgments in multiple jurisdictions, coordinating with law enforcement to seize crypto, garnishing accounts, or securing escrow for returned funds. He ensures recovered assets are transferred to secure wallets and advises you on best practices to prevent future incidents. Once closed, he provides a full case accounting and remains available for any follow-up.

Throughout the process, Gabriel prides himself on clear communication. You’ll receive regular status updates—from filed motions to traced transactions—so you’re never left in the dark. Recovering cryptocurrency can be complex and lengthy, but with Gabriel’s clear roadmap and expert guidance, you can navigate each stage with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can stolen cryptocurrency really be recovered?

It depends on the case, but recovery is sometimes possible – especially with professional help. Many factors influence the outcome: how sophisticated the thief was in covering their tracks, whether the funds went through exchanges (where they can potentially be frozen), and how quickly you take action. It’s true that recovering stolen crypto is challenging and never guaranteed. However, there have been success stories where victims got back a portion or even all of their funds. Attorneys like Gabriel use advanced blockchain tracing and legal tools to improve the odds of recovery. Even when full recovery isn’t possible, a skilled attorney may secure partial compensation by pursuing liable third parties or working with law enforcement.

Bottom line: If you do nothing, the chance of recovery is near zero. With a dedicated crypto recovery lawyer, your chances improve significantly – but caution and realistic expectations are a must.

What should I do immediately after I realize my crypto was stolen or lost?

The moments after discovering a loss are critical. Here are immediate steps:

Document everything – take screenshots of account statements, suspicious transactions, any communication with the scammer or exchange emails about the incident.
Secure your accounts – change passwords on your email and any financial accounts, enable hardware 2FA if possible, and alert your crypto exchange (if one was involved) that you’ve been compromised.
File official reports – report the theft to your local police and the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) as soon as you can. While law enforcement may or may not act immediately, having a report on file is useful.
Do NOT send money to “recover” it – be wary of anyone (other than a vetted attorney or known authority) who contacts you promising to help recover funds for a fee; many are scams.
Consult a crypto recovery attorney – reach out to someone like Gabriel Smith quickly. The sooner an attorney can start tracing the funds and advising you, the better. Time is of the essence in tracking crypto transactions before they dissipate.

By taking these steps within hours or days of the incident, you preserve crucial evidence and set the stage for a more effective recovery effort.

How much does it cost to hire a cryptocurrency recovery lawyer?

Cost can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the attorney’s fee structure. Gabriel Smith understands that victims of crypto theft may be hesitant to spend a lot upfront (especially after being burned by a scam). During your initial consultation, Gabriel will explain his fees clearly.

Contingency fees (no recovery, no fee – typically a percentage of funds recovered).
Flat fee or hourly rate for cases focused on legal resolution rather than monetary recovery.
Advance discussion of expenses for investigators, court filings, and other out-of-pocket costs.

Transparency is key – you’ll know exactly what to expect before any agreement. Gabriel’s goal is to make his services accessible without adding undue burden.

I’m not in Alabama – can Gabriel still represent me?

Yes. Gabriel Smith’s practice is nationwide for cryptocurrency recovery. He can appear pro hac vice in other jurisdictions or partner with local counsel as needed. Many crypto cases involve federal laws or can be handled remotely via phone, email, and video conferencing. Gabriel has helped clients coast to coast and will travel for critical court appearances when required.

The scammer or hacker who stole my crypto is overseas. Can anything be done?

International cases add complexity, but there are still avenues for recovery. Gabriel works with U.S. agencies like the FBI and Secret Service on cross-border crypto crimes, leverages treaties for legal assistance abroad, and can file U.S. lawsuits that reach foreign defendants or their U.S. assets. He also collaborates with foreign counsel and international contacts to pursue restitution. While overseas thieves are harder to catch, international arrests and extraditions do happen – and having an attorney experienced in global crypto recovery is essential.

What information will I need to provide for my case?

You will need as much detail and documentation as possible, typically including:

Transaction information: wallet addresses, transaction IDs (hashes), exchange account details.
Communications: emails, chat logs, screenshots of fraudulent sites or messages.
Timeline and narrative: when and how you noticed the loss and the sequence of events.
Suspect details: any names, usernames, profile links—even if they may be fake.
Loss documentation: amount and type of crypto lost, approximate USD value, before/after balance screenshots.
Previous reports: police report or IC3 complaint reference numbers, plus any platform responses.

Gabriel’s team will help you assemble and interpret technical data. All information is kept confidential and used solely for your case.

Will my case be kept confidential?

Absolutely. Attorney-client privilege protects everything you disclose to Gabriel. He takes privacy seriously: communications, documents, and reports remain confidential. If a lawsuit is filed, pseudonyms (e.g., “John Doe”) and sealed filings can be used to protect your identity. Your comfort and trust are a priority throughout the process.

What are the chances of success – will I definitely get my money back?

Every case is unique, and no attorney can guarantee recovery. Success depends on factors like traceability of funds, identity and assets of perpetrators, cooperation by third parties, and legal precedent. Gabriel will give you a realistic assessment after evaluating your case.

Even if the stolen cryptocurrency itself isn’t returned, there may be alternatives—insurance payouts, settlements from liable parties, or restitution from criminal prosecutions. Gabriel’s mission is to maximize your recovery, whether full or partial, and to pursue every viable avenue. While results aren’t guaranteed, doing nothing almost certainly means loss. With Gabriel’s expertise, you at least have a fighting chance.

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Legal Disclaimer

Hiring an attorney is an important decision. No result is guaranteed; every case is unique. This website is informational and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past successes do not promise future outcomes. Consult Gabriel Smith directly before acting on any information herein.