Bloomsbury Professional Law Insight - Cryptocurrency in Matrimonial Finance

This book explores the specialist area of cryptocurrency in the context of matrimonial finance proceedings, providing a comprehensive primer on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology and an overview of financial remedies and the distributive principles applied by the Family Court. It also includes an overview of the principles relating to 'self-help disclosure and associated criminal offences pursuant to the Computer Misuse Act 1990 and the Data Protection Act 2018' and HMRCs current guidance on the taxation of crypto-assets for individuals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of cryptocurrency within the context of matrimonial finance proceedings, offering a two-part exploration. The first part serves as an extensive primer, providing a thorough introduction to both cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. It elucidates the concept of cryptocurrencies, elucidates their ownership, and delves into the workings of blockchain technology. Additionally, this section examines the legal status and current regulatory treatment of cryptocurrency in England and Wales.

The second part of the book offers a comprehensive overview of financial remedies and the distributive principles applied by the Family Court in matrimonial finance cases. It scrutinizes the current case law regarding cryptocurrencies, considering them as a diverse category of property. Furthermore, it delves into the challenges practitioners encounter when dealing with crypto-assets in litigation, encompassing tasks such as valuing, tracing, and freezing these digital assets. Moreover, the work addresses disclosure considerations, emphasizing the importance of transparency and compliance with legal requirements.

To enhance the reader's understanding, the book includes an overview of the principles relating to self-help disclosure and associated criminal offences under the Computer Misuse Act 1990 and the Data Protection Act 2018. Furthermore, it provides a concise summary of HMRC's current guidance on the taxation of crypto-assets for individuals.

This title is proudly included in Bloomsbury Professional's Family Law and Cyber Law online services, catering to legal professionals, academics, and enthusiasts alike.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526521408