What would you do about crypto exchange froze my withdrawal?

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Hypothetical question

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

crypto exchange froze my withdrawal. I've been dealing with this for about 5 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

The amount being held/disputed is approximately $35,600. I have tried contacting customer support 2 times with no resolution.

Should I hire a lawyer for this or try to handle it myself?

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NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. But honestly you should verify this with someone who knows your state's laws.

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Been there. Here's what I learned.

The thing that gets people is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead.

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Have you tried reaching out to your state's bar association? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.