About me

Hey! I'm a certified crypto finance and tax expert (CCFE, Zurich), specializing in complex regulatory and taxation matters involving blockchain technology, digital assets, and the German Foreign Trade and Payments Act (AWV).

I have a strong academic background in law, having studied at the University of Freiburg (former state exam, then transitioned to LL.B. at the University of Trier due to covid-lockdowns during exam prep) with a specialization in German, European and International Public Law. I'm currently pursuing an LL.M. at the University of London with a specialism in Public International Law, alongside additional coursework in International Taxation.

Shortly after joining Volt Europa in July 2023, I’ve been helping to develop the policy program for the 2024 European Parliament elections, focusing on the possibility of taking parliamentary decisions by qualified majority instead of unanimity, transforming the European Court of Justice (ECJ) into a constitutional court and making the judgments of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) universally binding on all member states. I believe that European problems can only be solved on a European level.

My research and future ambitions regarding a doctoral thesis center on the potential of decentralized governance through blockchain technology within the European Union. The legal challenges surrounding GDPR compliance, smart contracts, and cross-border interoperability are substantial, but so are the opportunities for enhancing transparency, efficiency, and citizen participation in public administration.

Without comprehensive education on blockchain technology, as well as adaptation by states, there will be lawless spaces and opportunities for criminals. That being said, not only could it be the future of finance and third-party provider contracts (e.g.), but I'm convinced that the refugee crisis and the difficulties of the Dublin III Regulation could have been better managed if troubled governments had blockchain technology at their disposal.

I spend my free time writing a high fantasy book series, lifting, gaming and reading manga.

Thanks for stopping by – I’m always open to meaningful conversations on tech, law, and the future of public governance.