Doug Ramsey
About Doug Ramsey
Doug Ramsey serves as the Deputy Regional Chief Counsel for the West Region at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) in Los Angeles, California, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in eminent domain law and has represented various entities in complex civil actions.
Work at FINRA
Doug Ramsey has served as the Deputy Regional Chief Counsel for the West Region at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2016. In this role, he is based in Los Angeles, California, and has accumulated eight years of experience. Prior to this position, he worked as Senior Regional Counsel for the Midwest Region at FINRA from 2015 to 2016. His responsibilities include overseeing legal matters related to securities regulations and representing the organization in various legal proceedings.
Education and Expertise
Doug Ramsey earned his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law, where he studied from 1995 to 1998. He also holds a Bachelor's degree from Southern Methodist University, obtained between 1991 and 1995. His educational background has equipped him with extensive knowledge in law, particularly in eminent domain, fiduciary law, and securities regulations.
Background
Before joining FINRA, Doug Ramsey worked at Shefsky & Froelich as a Partner from 2006 to 2013 in the Greater Chicago Area. He later continued his legal career at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, also as a Partner, from 2014 to 2015. His legal practice has focused on representing municipalities, state and federal agencies, and property owners in condemnation actions, as well as handling complex civil actions.
Legal Experience
Doug Ramsey has significant experience in eminent domain law, having represented various entities in condemnation actions involving over half a million square feet of property. He has also served as lead counsel in complex civil cases, including fiduciary law, corporate and partnership dissolutions, gaming law, and securities violations. Additionally, he has experience prosecuting and defending appeals before several courts, including the Illinois Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
Arbitration and Representation
Throughout his career, Doug Ramsey has represented securities brokerage firms and brokers in numerous FINRA arbitrations. His work includes handling customer disputes and employment-related matters that proceeded to judgment. This experience highlights his expertise in navigating the complexities of securities law and arbitration processes.