Hedge Fund Law Blog (Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP)

Cole-Frieman & Mallon 2026 Q1 Update

Cole-Frieman & Mallon (CFM) was ranked a leader in the 2026 Chambers Global USA Hedge Funds category, highlighting its deep expertise in hedge funds and crypto. The SEC and CFTC issued a joint interpretation that classifies crypto assets into five categories, providing the first concrete regulatory taxonomy. The agencies also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to harmonize oversight, while Senate committees advance crypto market‑structure legislation granting the CFTC authority over spot trading. CFM announced several senior hires, including a new Chair of the Investment Funds Practice and a Chief Marketing Officer.