Baldwin Mader
Law Group

70 Years of Collective Experience in Securities Litigation, FINRA Arbitrations, Investment Fraud, Ponzi Schemes, Whistleblowers Before the Securities and Exchange Commission & Elder Financial Fraud

Securities Litigation for Serious Investment Losses

Investment losses are not always the result of market forces. In many cases, they stem from false statements, half-truths, undisclosed conflicts, or outright fraud.

Baldwin Mader Law Group focuses exclusively on securities litigation, representing individuals and institutions harmed by violations of federal and state securities laws. Our practice centers on matters involving complex investment structures, private offerings, and misconduct that gives rise to actionable claims.

Our Practice Areas

Material misrepresentations or omissions

Unlicensed promoters and improper sales practices

SEC whistleblower matters and regulatory investigations

Private placement and partnership fraud

Broker and investment advisor misconduct

Ponzi schemes and misappropriation of funds

Breach of fiduciary duty and elder financial abuse

Unsuitable Investments

Our clients typically come to us after losing substantial capital — typically in excess of at least $500,000 — and require experienced securities litigators who understand both the law and the industry.

Experience That Cuts Through Complexity

Baldwin Mader Law Group brings rare, complementary experience to securities litigation.

  • Former SEC attorney with decades of enforcement and litigation experience
  • Former FINRA-licensed registered representative with first-hand brokerage industry insight
  • Over 600 securities cases handled
  • Millions of dollars recovered through arbitration awards, settlements, and whistleblower actions

We understand how investment products are structured, how risks are concealed, and how institutions defend these cases — because we have worked on both sides of the system.

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Proven Results in High-Value Securities Matters

The following outcomes reflect our experience handling complex, high-value securities disputes and pursuing meaningful recoveries for clients.

AAA Arbitration Award of $6.1 Million

FINRA Arbitration Award of $5.2 Million Confidential

Confidential Settlements totaling over $11M

SEC Whistleblower Award of $1.875 Million

100% recovery of out-of-pocket losses in multiple arbitration matters

Results depend on the facts of each case. Prior outcomes do not guarantee similar results.

Experienced Securities Litigators

Baldwin Mader Law Group is led by attorneys with decades of experience on both sides of securities regulation and enforcement.
Attorney Patrick Baldwin

Patrick Baldwin

Patrick Baldwin began his career at the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington, D.C. and has spent more than four decades litigating complex securities matters involving investment fraud, material misrepresentations, omissions, Ponzi schemes, and fiduciary breaches. His experience includes representing investors, institutions, and industry professionals in high-stakes disputes nationwide.

Christopher Mader

Christopher Mader brings more than 25 years of litigation experience, including extensive work in securities litigation, FINRA arbitration, and SEC whistleblower matters. As a former FINRA-licensed registered representative, he offers first-hand insight into brokerage operations and investment practices — perspective that proves critical in complex fraud and misconduct cases.

Together, they have worked side by side for more than 20 years, handling hundreds of securities matters and building a practice grounded in judgment, discretion, and results.

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A Deliberate, Client-Centered Approach

Our practice is built around individual attention, careful analysis, and disciplined strategy.

We work selectively to ensure close, direct engagement with each client, taking the time to understand not only the financial loss, but the structure of the investment, the representations made, and the decision-makers involved. This enables us to develop litigation and arbitration strategies tailored to the specific facts of each case — never a one-size-fits-all approach.

Each matter begins with a careful review of the investment, the offering materials, and the conduct at issue. From there, we provide candid guidance on:

  • Whether securities laws were violated
  • The realistic paths to recovery
  • Cost structures (hourly, contingency, or hybrid, depending on the matter)
  • Strategic considerations specific to arbitration or court

Our clients value measured judgment, discretion, and straight answers.

Client Testimonials

Trusted Counsel in High-Value Securities Disputes

“Simply put, Baldwin Mader Law Group is by far and away the best.”

H.H.

“As a lawyer myself, I can attest that this was an extraordinary result. Baldwin Mader Law Group recovered my father’s entire out-of-pocket investment and most legal fees within weeks.”

O.D.

“They represented me in a FINRA arbitration and got the job done.”

A.O.

National Representation in High-Value Securities Matters

Securities litigation is not constrained by geography. Our attorneys represent investors, executives, and institutions nationwide in federal courts, FINRA and AAA arbitrations, and SEC whistleblower matters.

Because these disputes are governed by federal securities laws and national regulatory frameworks, we are able to handle matters wherever the investment activity occurred — while maintaining direct, senior-level involvement in every case.

Clients work directly with experienced securities litigators from initial evaluation through resolution.

Speak With a Securities Litigation Attorney

If you have suffered significant investment losses or are considering reporting securities misconduct, you may contact Baldwin Mader Law Group to discuss your situation in confidence and evaluate potential legal remedies.