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Virtual Asset Litigation

We deliver stage-by-stage strategies,
tailored to your case.

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Cumulative Consultations Handled

7,004+

CASES

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Don't face the growing caseload alone.

In virtual asset disputes,
how you respond from the very beginning
makes all the difference.

  • Virtual Asset
    Crime Losses

    2.4x

    가상자산 범죄 피해액

  • Virtual Asset
    Crime Victims

    6.2x

    가상자산 범죄 피해자 수

[Source: National Police Agency data, as reported by Segye Ilbo (May 18, 2025)]

Our Process

Victim

  • STEP 01

    Initial Consultation &
    Investigation Response
    Strategy

  • STEP 02

    Damage Assessment &
    Evidence Gathering

  • STEP 03

    Criminal Complaint
    Representation &
    Law Enforcement Liaison

  • STEP 04

    Integrated Civil ·
    Criminal Strategy &
    Damage Recovery

  • STEP 05

    Investigation · Trial
    Procedure
    Representation

Suspect

  • STEP 01

    Initial Investigation
    Response &
    Defense Strategy

  • STEP 02

    Fact Review &
    Evidence Analysis

  • STEP 03

    Law Enforcement
    Accompaniment &
    Statement Strategy

  • STEP 04

    Legal Review
    by Charge &
    Defense Construction

  • STEP 05

    Tailored Follow-up
    Response &
    Case Resolution

Sentencing Guidelines

  • Amount
    Mitigated
    Standard
    Aggravated
  • Under KRW 100M
    Mitigated ~1 yr
    Standard 6 mo~1 yr 6 mo
    Aggravated 1 yr ~ 2 yr 6 mo
  • Under KRW 100M ~ 500M
    Mitigated 10 mo ~2 yr 6 mo
    Standard 1 yr ~ 4 yr
    Aggravated 2 yr 6mo ~ 6 yr
  • Under KRW 500M ~ 5B
    Mitigated 1 yr 6 mo ~4 yr
    Standard 3 yr ~6 yr
    Aggravated 4 yr ~ 8 yr
  • Under KRW 5B ~ 30B
    Mitigated 3 yr ~ 6 yr
    Standard 5 yr ~ 9 yr
    Aggravated 6 yr ~ 11 yr
  • Under KRW 30B or more
    Mitigated 5 yr ~ 9 yr
    Standard 6 yr ~ 11 yr
    Aggravated 8 yr ~ 17 yr

Remedies & Relief

Countless victims have taken their first step
toward legal recourse with Dcent's Virtual Asset Practice Group.

  • 01

    Rapid Damage Analysis

    We quickly assess the circumstances of the damage and establish a legal response strategy
    through a personalized process tailored to each client.

  • 02

    Evidence Gathering

    We proactively secure key evidence, including communication records and transaction histories.

  • 03

    Civil · Criminal Complaint Filing

    Based on the evidence and circumstances of the damage, we draft complaint documents to prompt
    a swift initiation of investigation by the relevant authorities.

  • 04

    Payment Suspension Request

    We assist clients in requesting payment suspensions from financial institutions
    holding the relevant accounts as quickly as possible.

Sentencing Reduction Guide

Sentencing Reduction Guide

When charged with a virtual asset crime, the direction of your initial response can significantly impact sentencing outcomes. It is therefore critical to seek legal counsel from the outset — to accurately organize the facts of the case and establish a clear defense strategy. To pursue a reduced sentence, you must first gain a precise understanding of the circumstances of the offense and your specific role in it, and clearly define the scope of your liability. For instance, if objective evidence demonstrates that you played only a limited role rather than leading the offense, this may be considered a favorable factor in sentencing. Throughout the investigation and trial process, it is equally important to avoid false statements or destruction of evidence, to faithfully disclose the facts, and to cooperate actively with proceedings — including the submission of relevant materials. In particular, efforts toward damage recovery can have a substantial impact on sentencing. Measures such as reaching a settlement with the victim, returning misappropriated funds, or making a court deposit are likely to be viewed favorably by the court. Conversely, attempting to evade responsibility or obstruct the investigation following the offense may make it significantly harder to obtain a reduced sentence. A careful and consistent approach from the very beginning is therefore essential.

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