Why is Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal leaving his role?

Coinbase said Paul Grewal will move into an advisory role on July 31. Grewal said he will remain on the board of Coinbase National Trust Company and announce his next position later.

Who will lead Coinbase's legal team after Paul Grewal?

Coinbase said Molly Abraham will become general counsel and Ryan VanGrack will become vice chair of the legal team. The changes take effect after Paul Grewal moves into his advisory role.

What role did Paul Grewal play at Coinbase?

Paul Grewal joined Coinbase in 2020 and led the company's legal team. He oversaw Coinbase's response to the US Securities and Exchange Commission's 2023 enforcement lawsuit.

What is Coinbase's position on the CLARITY Act?

Coinbase supports the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. The company has urged US lawmakers to pass the bill, which would change how digital assets are regulated in the United States.

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Coinbase legal chief exits July 31

Written by Brie CarterPublished Jul 10, 2026, 2:45 AM

Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal will move into an advisory role on July 31.
Molly Abraham will become general counsel, while Ryan VanGrack will become vice chair of the legal team.
The leadership change comes as Coinbase continues supporting US crypto market legislation.

Coinbase said Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal will leave his role on July 31 and become an adviser to the company.

The company said legal vice presidents Molly Abraham and Ryan VanGrack will become general counsel and vice chair of the legal team.

“Take the helm,” said Molly Abraham, referring to her new role leading Coinbase's legal team.

Grewal said he will continue serving on the board of Coinbase National Trust Company and plans to announce his next role later.

Coinbase continues supporting the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, which would change how digital assets are regulated in the United States.

Grewal joined Coinbase in 2020 and led the company's legal response to the Securities and Exchange Commission's 2023 enforcement action.

The lawsuit was dismissed under the Trump administration, and Coinbase has since increased its engagement with US lawmakers on crypto policy.