Service of Process via NFT Airdrops: The Pathway to Private Litigation for Injured Web3 Plaintiffs

Authors

• Sophia Dudgeon, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

Abstract

The note explores the evolving landscape of legal process in the digital age, focusing on the use of blockchain technology and NFTs for serving legal notices. It argues that courts are increasingly adapting traditional due process principles, such as those established in Mullane v. Alabama, to accommodate emerging technologies. The analysis highlights the landmark case LCX AG v. 1.274M U.S. Dollar Coin, where a court approved serving process via NFT airdrop, demonstrating how technological innovations can enhance access to justice in digital asset disputes. The author advocates for courts to embrace expansive interpretations of alternative service methods to align with technological progress.

Disciplines

Bankruptcy Law | Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law | Insurance Law | Law | Science and Technology Law | Securities Law

Recommended Citation

Sophia Dudgeon, Service of Process via NFT Airdrops: The Pathway to Private Litigation for Injured Web3 Plaintiffs, 42 Cardozo Arts & Ent. L.J. 467 (2024).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cardozoaelj/vol42/iss2/7