The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Task Force has appointed Taylor Lindman, former deputy general counsel at Chainlink Labs, as its new chief counsel. Lindman fills the role previously held by Michael Selig, who is now chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The appointment was confirmed by both Chainlink Labs and SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the task force.
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Task Force has a new chief counsel. Taylor Lindman, the former deputy general counsel at Chainlink Labs, officially joined the regulatory unit.
Lindman succeeds Michael Selig, who left the role in December to become chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Chainlink Labs announced his departure after five years and confirmed the SEC appointment.
Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the task force, also confirmed Lindman’s new appointment. She predicted “great things!” ahead for the group.
A chief counsel typically serves as the senior legal advisor, guiding interpretation and compliance. The role involves managing legal risk and supporting leadership decisions.
Lindman brings over a decade of legal experience to the SEC. He spent more than five years at Chainlink Labs in roles including deputy general counsel.
During his tenure, Lindman ensured compliance with U.S. and international regulations. He was part of a delegation that met with the Crypto Task Force in March 2025 to discuss crypto regulation.
Before Chainlink, Lindman was an associate at Perkins Coie and at Debevoise & Plimpton. His legal career began in 2016.
The task force includes other members with crypto industry experience. Landon Zinda, a former policy director at Coin Center, serves as a senior advisor.
Veronica Reynolds, another senior advisor, previously worked at Baker Hostetler. That law firm has a practice group focused on digital assets.
The SEC Crypto Task Force was established following a policy shift from the incoming administration. It has held roundtables and tours to gather feedback on digital asset regulation.
