Terms of Service
& Engagement Disclaimer

A.W. Block, LLC ("A.W. Block") provides technical consulting and advisory services related to digital assets, with a focus on two areas: (1) digital asset identification, tracing, recovery coordination, and court-ready documentation within probate and estate proceedings, and (2) Bitcoin-focused advisory services including custody architecture, accumulation structuring, and education.

Formal engagements with A.W. Block are governed by a separate written engagement agreement signed by both parties. No engagement begins, and no advisory relationship is formed, until that agreement is executed.

Initial consultations are provided to assess the nature of the inquiry and determine whether an engagement is appropriate. These consultations are informational and do not constitute advisory services.

All engagements are defined by the written engagement agreement. A.W. Block performs only the work described in that agreement. Any expansion of scope requires written authorization from both parties.

A.W. Block makes no guarantees regarding the outcome of any investigation, recovery effort, or advisory engagement. Digital asset recovery is subject to technical feasibility, third-party cooperation, and factors outside the control of A.W. Block.

A.W. Block treats all client information, case details, and engagement specifics as confidential. Information is not disclosed to third parties without client authorization, except where required by law or court order, or where disclosure is necessary to fulfill the agreed scope of work (such as communication with exchanges or custodial platforms on behalf of the client).

For information about data collection, cookies, and privacy practices related to website usage, refer to the Privacy Policy at awblock.io/privacy-policy.

Digital assets, including Bitcoin, are subject to significant risks including but not limited to: price volatility, permanent loss of access due to lost keys or credentials, regulatory uncertainty, exchange failures, technical vulnerabilities, and the possibility that recovery may not be feasible despite professional effort.

Clients engaging A.W. Block for advisory services acknowledge these risks and agree that all decisions regarding digital assets are made independently by the client. A.W. Block provides information, analysis, and structured guidance. It does not make decisions on behalf of clients.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, A.W. Block shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this website, reliance on any information provided, or the outcome of any engagement.

A.W. Block advisory services are focused exclusively on Bitcoin. The firm does not provide advisory services, recommendations, or guidance related to altcoins, tokens, DeFi protocols, NFTs, or other digital assets outside of Bitcoin, except where identification of such assets is necessary within the scope of an estate investigation.

A.W. Block may reference or recommend third-party tools, platforms, or services in the course of advisory engagements or educational content. Such references are informational and do not constitute endorsements. A.W. Block is not responsible for the products, services, security practices, or policies of any third party.

A.W. Block reserves the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

For clients with an active engagement agreement, material changes to these Terms of Service will be communicated directly via email to the address on file, with a thirty (30) day notice period before taking effect.

Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms of Service or your use of the A.W. Block website shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation is unsuccessful, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in Berks County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

The costs of arbitration shall be shared equally by the parties unless the arbitrator determines otherwise. Either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief from a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent irreparable harm without first submitting to arbitration.

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.