Michael Bacina

Captain
DISC Type : DS

Co-Founder at NXT Law

Cayman Islands

Overview

Michael is a Co-Founder at NXT Law and a leading lawyer in digital assets, specializing in web3, offshore structuring, and tokenization. With a background as a software developer and experience testifying before the Australian Senate, he holds an LL. M. from UNSW. Colleagues describe him as "driven, " "super smart, " and a "brilliant operator. "

Beyond his legal practice, Michael is deeply involved in shaping the digital economy. He serves as Deputy Chair of the Blockchain Association of the Cayman Islands and an Executive in Residence at Global Digital Finance, actively educating policymakers. His personal feed suggests an interest in frameworks for productive dialogue and communication.

He is the co-author of "Law of Code, " one of the first textbooks in Australia to comprehensively explore the intersection of blockchain technology and the law.

Personality Overview

Dynamic But Sincere

Planner & Achiever

Output-Driven

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Digital Asset Regulation
Actively educates global regulators and policymakers and frequently speaks on regulatory challenges and the need for clear legal frameworks in the crypto space.
Offshore Structuring
A core part of his practice at NXT Law involves advising leading web3 projects and founders on offshore structuring for foundations, funds, and tokenization.
Web3 Gaming
Has a particular interest in the web3 gaming sector, where he has worked with numerous leading projects on their structuring and complex contractual needs.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2025
Co-Founder at NXT Law
5-2025
Deputy Chair at Blockchain Association of the Cayman Islands
8-2024
Executive in Residence at Global Digital Finance
9-2024 - 12-2024
Partner at Travers Thorp Alberga
11-2020 - 11-2024
Director, Chair, Honorary Chair at Digital Economy Council of Australia (DECA)

Education

2008 - 2012
LL.M. from UNSW
2004 - 2004
G.D.L.P. from The College of Law Australia

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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Michael

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