G. Dowd Law LLC

• Financial markets law – matters involving foreign exchange, financial and commodity futures, metals markets, and related derivatives and trading issues.
• Digital asset and cryptocurrency law – customer claims against failed or distressed exchanges, crypto‑related fraud and asset recovery, SEC and CFTC enforcement matters, token and DAO structuring questions, and cryptocurrency issues that arise in the family‑law context (including identification, valuation, and division of digital assets in divorce).
• Whistleblower representation – representation of individuals bringing anonymous whistleblower complaints, including coordinated submissions to agencies such as the SEC, CFTC, FinCEN/OFAC, and the U.S. Department of Justice.
• Technology and artificial intelligence matters – legal questions arising from artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, including issues of accountability, risk, harm, and responsible adoption of AI tools in professional and regulated settings.
• General civil and litigation matters – broader civil and litigation work for Illinois clients where the firm can assist directly or, when appropriate, work with experienced co‑counsel or help connect clients with another attorney.

The firm also closely follows developments related to:

• The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
• Prediction markets
• Vaccine injury–related topics

Financial markets and trading‑related matters

Drawing on more than twenty‑five years of direct financial markets experience, the firm advises and represents clients in matters such as:

• Regulatory, conduct, and dispute work for foreign exchange, futures, and metals market participants.
• Investigations and enforcement matters involving exchanges, self‑regulatory organizations (SROs), and regulators (including the CFTC, SEC, NFA, FINRA, and futures or securities exchanges).
• Commercial disputes and arbitrations involving trading, derivatives, and financial markets.

Digital asset, cryptocurrency, and exchange disputes

The firm represents clients in a range of digital asset and cryptocurrency matters, including:

• Customer claims against failed or distressed cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms.
• Disputes over account access, withdrawals, and platform conduct.
• Litigation and arbitration involving digital asset transactions, trading disputes, and market‑structure issues.
• Guidance on blockchain regulation, tokenized securities, DAOs, and related structures.

Expert witness services

Attorney George Dowd serves as an expert witness in disputes involving financial markets and digital assets. His expert work includes testimony and opinion work in forums such as:

• National Futures Association (NFA)
• Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
• London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
• Federal Court of Australia

Expert witness engagements typically involve explaining trading conduct, market mechanics, industry standards, and the operation of digital asset, foreign exchange, futures, and derivatives markets.

Technology, AI, and emerging‑technology counsel

The firm counsels clients on legal issues arising from artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, including:

• Risk, accountability, and harm as AI systems are deployed.
• Compliance and governance considerations for using AI tools in professional and regulated environments.
• Technology‑focused commercial and regulatory questions.

Who the firm serves and geographic scope

• Clients served: individuals, traders, trading firms, cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms, token and Web3 projects, AI and technology companies, and other businesses and institutions.
• Location and licensing: G. Dowd Law LLC is based in downtown Chicago and is licensed in Illinois.
• Geographic scope: the firm serves clients throughout Illinois and, where appropriate, handles federal matters nationwide. For matters involving the laws of other states or jurisdictions, the firm may associate with co‑counsel or take other steps to comply with applicable rules.

If you are not sure whether your situation fits within these practice areas, the firm encourages you to reach out and describe your matter; in many cases, the firm can either assist directly or help connect you with the right attorney.

Consultations can be scheduled online or by phone (see the separate contact and hours document for details).

Fees and engagement terms

• Fee structures: Fee arrangements depend on the type and scope of the matter. Depending on the engagement, the firm may work on an hourly, flat‑fee, or hybrid basis.
• Expert‑witness work: Expert‑witness services are typically arranged under a separate fee structure.
• Engagement agreement: Fees and terms are set out in a written engagement agreement before work begins.
• Discussing fees: Prospective clients are encouraged to raise any fee‑related questions during the initial consultation so expectations are clear from the outset.

No specific rates, retainers, or total costs are quoted on the public website; those details are discussed directly with clients based on their particular matter.

SMS communication policy

G. Dowd Law LLC may use text messaging (SMS) to communicate with clients who have provided consent.

Types of SMS messages

If you consent to receive SMS messages from the firm, messages may include:

• Appointment reminders
• Follow‑up messages related to your matter
• Billing inquiries

Message frequency and charges

• Message frequency can vary depending on your matters and communication needs.
• The firm's SMS Terms of Service state that you may receive up to approximately 20 SMS messages per week related to appointments, billing, and similar communications.
• Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

Consent, opt‑in, and opt‑out

• Opt‑in: You may opt in to receive SMS messages by providing consent on an online form or verbally.
• Opt‑out: You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying "STOP" to any text you receive, or by contacting the firm directly to request removal from the messaging list.
• Help: If you need assistance with SMS communications, you can reply "HELP" to a message or contact the firm through its regular contact channels.

Phone numbers collected for SMS consent are not shared with third parties for marketing purposes, in line with the firm's SMS Terms and Conditions.

The office is located in downtown Chicago at 181 West Madison Street on the 47th floor.

Office hours and phone coverage

• Business hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Time
• Phone coverage: The firm's phones are answered 24/7, even outside standard business hours.

Scheduling a consultation

• You can schedule a consultation online through the firm's booking page:

calendly.com/gdowdlaw/consultation

• You can also schedule by calling the office at +1 (312) 854-8300.

Consultations can be held in person at the Chicago office or virtually, depending on the client's needs.

Initial consultation

• G. Dowd Law LLC offers a complimentary initial consultation — a no‑obligation conversation about your situation and how the firm may be able to help.
• During the initial consultation, you can expect a focused discussion of:
• What has happened so far
• What outcome you are seeking
• The likely process and realistic options
• How the firm works and potential next steps

If you are unsure whether your matter is something the firm handles, you are encouraged to contact the firm and ask.

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.