Coinbase Legal Chief Paul Grewal to Step Into Advisory Role

Paul Grewal, who has led Coinbase’s legal team since 2020, announced he will move into an advisory role at the exchange starting July 31. He shared the news in posts on X and LinkedIn, adding that he plans to continue working with the Board of Coinbase National Trust Company.

Legal vice presidents Molly Abraham and Ryan VanGrack will take on new roles as general counsel and vice chair, respectively, once Grewal’s transition takes effect. Abraham said she was ready to take charge of the legal team going forward.

A Legacy Shaped by Regulatory Battles

During his time as chief legal officer, Grewal guided Coinbase through the SEC’s 2023 enforcement action, which accused the exchange of operating as an unregistered securities platform. That case was later dismissed under the Trump administration. Since then, Coinbase has built closer ties with Washington, including through its support of the Fairshake political action committee and CEO Brian Armstrong’s engagement with lawmakers and the White House.

Grewal said he would share details on his next move at a later time. Meanwhile, Coinbase continues pushing for passage of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, with the Senate expected to return to session and possibly vote on the bill soon.