George W. Dowell
About
George W. Dowell is a seasoned attorney with a diverse background in corporate law, regulatory compliance, technology licensing, and litigation. With a career spanning various prestigious firms, George has represented clients ranging from emerging startups to established corporations. His expertise includes drafting agreements, overseeing regulatory compliance, managing litigation, and advising on corporate governance. George has been recognized as a SuperLawyers Rising Star for his work in corporate counsel, business litigation, and insurance coverage. George has extensive experience advising and defending clients against California Proposition 65 claims. He is one of the only attorneys in the field to have worked with both plaintiffs and defendants, providing him with an unrivaled understanding of the statute. George is a member of the California State Bar, Virginia State Bar, and U.S. Supreme Court Bar.
Practice Areas
Administrative Law, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law, Insurance Law, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Governance
Education
- Juris Doctor, Santa Clara University School of Law
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Washington
Admitted Jurisdictions
- California State Bar
- Virginia State Bar
- U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Industry Expertise
- Defense of California Proposition 65 Violations
- Trade Association Counsel
- Regulatory Compliance
- Technology Licensing
- Corporate Governance
- Business Litigation
- Insurance Coverage
Clerkships
- Hon. Lawrence F. Terry, Santa Clara Superior Court
Career Highlights
- Senior Associate at Willoughby Stuart Bening & Cook, focusing on policyholder insurance coverage litigation and Proposition 65 defense.
- Partner at Lange Kim & Dowell LLP, serving as outside general counsel for various industries.
- Founding Partner at Dowell LLP, providing legal services in real estate development, technology services, consumer product regulation, and corporate law.
- Associate at Hirst & Chanler, acting as private Attorneys General in enforcement of California’s Proposition 65 and Federal False Claims Act violations.
- Counsel/Advisor at CityCheers Media Inc., overseeing IP portfolio and managing licensing agreements for software integration.