Lost Money to an Investment Scam or Crypto Fraud?

WiseLegal Group looks into cases involving fake trading platforms, crypto fraud and pig butchering scams. Our specialists review what happened and explain the options that may be open to you. Every situation is different and outcomes depend on the facts.

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How We Work

There is nothing to pay upfront. Any fees are explained clearly and agreed with you before we proceed.

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Case Reviews for Every Kind of Online Financial Fraud

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Crypto & Investment Fraud

We review cases involving fake exchanges, bogus trading dashboards and stolen crypto wallets, and explain how on-chain movements can be documented and raised with the platforms involved.

02

Pig Butchering Scams

Guidance for sha zhu pan situations, where a victim is befriended over weeks or months before being steered into a fake investment app that later locks withdrawals.

03

Romance & Social Engineering

Support for relationship-led fraud, where trust is built through dating apps or messaging before money changes hands. We explain how a matter can be reported to the right authorities.

04

Binary Options & Forex Fraud

Unlicensed brokers and manipulated trading platforms are a core focus. We walk you through how chargeback requests and complaints to regulators typically work.

05

Bank Transfer Cases

Guidance on time-sensitive bank recall and SWIFT procedures, and on reporting quickly to your bank, which can matter a great deal in the early days of a case.

06

NFT & DeFi Fraud

Case reviews for rug pulls, fake token launches and DeFi protocol exploits, pairing on-chain tracing with practical guidance on the options that may apply.

How Your Case Review Works

01

Tell Us What Happened

Share the details through our secure form. A case specialist reads your submission and gets back to you within 48 hours with a straightforward view of your options.

02

Evidence & Analysis

We help you pull together records and our analysts map how the money moved and who was involved, building a clear picture across the jurisdictions that matter.

03

Reporting & Referrals

Where it makes sense, we set out how the matter can be reported to regulators, law enforcement and legal counsel in the relevant countries.

04

Progress & Updates

You hear from us at each stage. Outcomes depend on the circumstances of your case, and any fees are agreed with you before we move forward.

Specialists in Online Fraud, Not Generalists

WiseLegal Group Ltd was formed to help people across Europe and Asia who have been hurt by the rising tide of online financial fraud. Our team brings together legal knowledge, financial analysis and blockchain tracing so you can understand where you stand and what you can do next.

Based in Hong Kong, we work across 29 countries and maintain working relationships with regulators, law enforcement and financial institutions — giving us the reach to review a case wherever the funds may have ended up.

Registered Office
WiseLegal Group Ltd
Unit 2508, Tower One, Lippo Centre
89 Queensway, Admiralty
Hong Kong
  • In-house blockchain tracing desk using leading chain-analysis tooling
  • Working relationships with counsel across 29 jurisdictions
  • Direct lines to compliance teams at several major exchanges
  • No upfront fees — anything payable is agreed with you in advance
  • Client confidentiality upheld under the Hong Kong legal framework
  • Typical case timeline of 4 to 16 weeks, depending on complexity
  • A named case handler from day one, reachable six days a week
  • Clear, written terms provided before any engagement begins

Signs You May Have Been Targeted

“Guaranteed” Returns

Any platform promising fixed or guaranteed profits — especially double-digit monthly returns — should be treated with extreme caution. Genuine investments always carry risk.

Blocked Withdrawals

You tried to withdraw and were told to first pay a tax, fee or “release charge”. Legitimate platforms never ask you to pay in order to access your own money.

Unverifiable Broker

The broker or platform has no real licence, no checkable address, and vanishes from view when you search for its registration or regulatory number.

Pressure to Top Up

You were pushed to deposit more and more, often with urgency tactics such as “limited windows” or warnings that your profits will be lost if you hesitate.

An Online Relationship

Someone you met through a dating app, social media or a messaging platform introduced you to an “opportunity” only after building closeness over several weeks.

The Platform Went Quiet

The site or app you used stopped loading, phone numbers were disconnected, and the people you dealt with have gone completely silent.

How WiseLegal Group Works Differently

Nothing Upfront

There is no upfront cost. Any fee is explained and agreed with you before anything begins.

Specialist Team

Our analysts have looked into a wide range of fraud cases across many jurisdictions.

Real Reach

Coverage across 29 countries, with established regulatory and law-enforcement contacts that generic firms simply do not have.

Start Your Free Case Review

  • Free, no-obligation review — we look at your situation at no cost before you commit to anything
  • 48-hour first response — a case specialist gets back to you within two working days of your submission
  • No upfront fees — anything payable is explained and agreed with you in advance
  • Full confidentiality — your details are handled under strict legal confidentiality
  • Cross-border reach — we work across 29 countries and liaise with the relevant authorities
  • Focused expertise — dedicated handling for crypto fraud, romance scams, broker fraud and bank-transfer cases

Why timing matters: In fraud cases, acting early and reporting quickly to your bank and the authorities can make a real difference. Reach out to talk through your options.

Tell Us About Your Case

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the process usually take? +
It varies a great deal by case type and complexity. Bank-transfer matters can sometimes move quickly if reported within days. Crypto fraud cases often run 6 to 16 weeks, and matters involving regulators or litigation can take longer. We give you a realistic estimate during the free review.
What will it cost me? +
The case review itself is free. If we take your matter forward, any fee is explained and agreed with you in advance and depends on the complexity of the case, the jurisdictions involved and the amount in question.
What kinds of fraud cases do you look at? +
We focus on crypto and investment fraud, pig butchering (sha zhu pan) scams, romance fraud that led to financial loss, binary options and unlicensed forex brokers, fraudulent bank transfers, and NFT/DeFi fraud. If your situation sits outside these, still get in touch — we assess every enquiry on its own facts.
How do I know whether my case is worth pursuing? +
The main factors are how much time has passed since the fraud (sooner is better), whether you still have transaction records and messages, the type of fraud and payment method, and the countries involved. Our free review gives you an honest read on where you stand.
Is my information kept private? +
Yes. Everything you share is handled under strict confidentiality. As a Hong Kong-registered advisory, we are bound by professional confidentiality obligations and never share your details with third parties without your consent, except where required by law or by the authorities in connection with your case.
What should I do right after realising I was scammed? +
Act quickly: (1) stop any further payments to the platform or person; (2) save everything — messages, receipts and screenshots; (3) avoid contacting the scammers again, as it can complicate matters; (4) report to your local police and financial regulator; and (5) get in touch with us — moving early can help.