Gary DeWaal Joins SEDA Experts
SEDA Experts LLC, an esteemed firm known for its top-tier financial expert witness services, is excited to welcome Gary DeWaal as its new Managing Director. With a wealth of experience in both traditional and digital assets, Gary's arrival marks a significant enhancement to SEDA's regulatory enforcement and compliance practices.
Broad Expertise in Finance and Law
Gary DeWaal is recognized as an authority in the law and regulation governing futures, exchanges, and a host of financial instruments. His broad skill set includes expertise in securities, derivatives, and the evolving landscape of digital assets, supported by his knowledge of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and quantum computing. Previously, he held prominent positions at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP and Fimat, the latter later rebranded as Newedge, underpinning his extensive and respected career in the field.
A Legacy of Leadership
While serving his most recent role as Senior Counsel at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, Gary was instrumental in chairing the firm’s Financial Markets and Regulatory practice group. He provided essential legal counsel on a variety of topics, including derivatives, securities, and cryptocurrencies, and was a pioneer in launching the firm’s digital assets practice back in 2014. Gary's legal career began at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), where he honed his skills as a Senior Trial Attorney in the Division of Enforcement.
Educational Contributions and Recognition
Beyond his legal practice, Gary DeWaal also dedicated himself to education, teaching derivatives regulation as an adjunct faculty member at Brooklyn Law School for many years. His influence has reached esteemed institutions such as Cambridge University, Columbia University, and the University of Pennsylvania, where he has shared his insights as a guest lecturer.
A Hall of Fame Inductee
In recognition of his contributions to the industry, Gary was inducted into the Futures Industry Association’s Hall of Fame in 2023. Even after retirement, he remains active within the advisory space, serving on several boards, including the Colorado Securities Board and the New York State Department of Financial Services’ Virtual Currency Advisory Board. His public speaking engagements and consulting work continue to enrich the financial services field.
About SEDA Experts LLC
SEDA Experts is at the forefront of providing expert witness services tailored for financial services, complementing international law firms with unmatched expertise. Our mission is to deliver superior independent advice, sophisticated data analytics, meticulous valuations, and exceptional expert reports and testimonies to law firms, regulators, and prominent financial institutions across the globe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gary DeWaal?
Gary DeWaal is a seasoned expert in law and regulation related to financial markets, recently appointed Managing Director at SEDA Experts LLC.
What role did Gary DeWaal have before joining SEDA Experts?
Before joining SEDA Experts, Gary served as Senior Counsel at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP and had leadership roles at Fimat, now Newedge.
What are Gary DeWaal's areas of expertise?
Gary's areas of expertise include futures, derivatives, securities, digital assets, and emerging technologies.
What recognitions has Gary received?
Gary was inducted into the Futures Industry Association’s Hall of Fame in 2023 for his significant contributions to the industry.
What services does SEDA Experts provide?
SEDA Experts provides expert witness services, regulatory compliance advice, data analytics, valuations, and expert reports for financial law.
