Investment Fraud Lawyers Serving Boca Raton
Your financial advisor should put your best interests first. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. Some brokers and financial professionals in Boca Raton, FL, engage in unlawful activities to benefit themselves at your expense, leaving you with devastating investment losses and feeling betrayed.
If you’ve noticed unexplained activity in your portfolio, or if something doesn’t feel right, an investment fraud attorney can investigate and tell you where you stand. Stockmarket loss lawyer, Robert Pearce, has been fighting for defrauded investors for over four decades, recovering $185 million for clients harmed by broker misconduct and securities fraud. We will work to hold the responsible party accountable and recover every penny you lost and more. Call (866) 981-9853 today for a free consultation with a securities fraud lawyer.
We represent individuals and institutions in securities arbitration and litigation claims before FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority), the AAA (American Arbitration Association), and other arbitration providers.
Investigations of Boca Raton, Florida Brokers by the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce
The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. has investigated several Boca Raton, Florida-based brokers with repeated customer disputes on their FINRA BrokerCheck records. C. Raymond Weldon, registered with Independent Financial Group and formerly with The Investment Center and Cetera Advisor Networks, has been the subject of at least six customer complaints, with the firm currently representing five clients in a related arbitration. Michael Greenfield, previously with Newbridge Securities and Oppenheimer & Co. before moving to Great Point Capital, has accumulated roughly six to eight complaints spanning unsuitable master limited partnerships, municipal and corporate bonds, alternative investments, and a dispute over an alleged failed promise to arrange real estate financing; several matters settled while others remain pending. Robert Eberst Jr., registered with LPL Financial and Independent Advisor Alliance, has three disclosed customer complaints, including an allegation involving an unauthorized withdrawal from a client’s annuity. John James Pescatore, who spent nearly two decades with Oppenheimer before joining Ameriprise Financial Services, has three customer dispute disclosures, including older complaints alleging misrepresentation and unsuitability involving corporate bonds and a newer, pending FINRA claim concerning an unauthorized beneficiary change. Across these cases, the recurring themes are unsuitable investment recommendations, misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, and inadequate supervision by the brokers’ firms. None of the brokers have admitted wrongdoing, and several disputes remain pending or were denied.
Investment Fraud Cases We Handle in Boca Raton
Our investment fraud lawyers handle all types of investment fraud disputes in Boca Raton, Florida, including Ponzi schemes, contract disputes, securities fraud, stockbroker fraud, unsuitable investments, unauthorized trading, breach of fiduciary duty, elder financial fraud, and broker-dealer misconduct. If you’ve lost money and suspect your advisor or brokerage firm is to blame, we can help you understand your options.Why Choose the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce as Your Investment Fraud Lawyer in Boca Raton?
Choosing the right investment fraud attorney can determine whether you recover your losses or walk away with nothing. That’s why you need experienced investment fraud representation if you want to recover your financial losses.
Here’s why you should choose our firm over others:
- 45+ Years of Experience: Robert Wayne Pearce has handled investment fraud and stockbroker misconduct cases for over four decades, which gives our firm an inside understanding of how the defense builds their cases.
- $185 Million Recovered: Our firm has recovered $185 million for clients harmed by investment fraud across Florida and throughout the country.
- 99%+ Success Rate: Mr. Pearce has recovered funds for over 99% of his clients through court litigation, arbitration, and settlements nationwide and even internationally.
- 200+ Cases Tried: Attorney Pearce has tried over 200 cases to trial verdict or arbitration award. He’s only lost 4 cases in his entire career.
- No Fees Unless We Win: We represent some securities fraud clients on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Meet Our Attorneys
Robert Wayne Pearce
Securities Lawyer
Adam Kara-Lopez
Securities LawyerHow Investment Fraud Cases Work in Florida
Many investors who suspect fraud don’t take action because they don’t know where to start. We urge you to take action immediately. The process is more straightforward than most people expect:-
Step 1
Free Case Evaluation and Investigation
It begins with a free consultation where our attorneys review your account statements, trade history, and advisor communications to identify evidence of misconduct and calculate your damages. -
Step 2
File Your FINRA Arbitration Claim
Once we determine you have a viable claim, we file a Statement of Claim with FINRA, formally initiating the arbitration process against the responsible broker or brokerage firm. -
Step 3
Hearing, Award, and Recovery
Most FINRA arbitration cases resolve within 12 to 15 months, and the majority settle before a final hearing, often recovering substantial investment losses for claimants. - Contact Our Experienced Boca Raton Investment Fraud Attorneys Now for a Free Consultation Contact Us
Many of our clients come to us feeling completely overwhelmed after discovering their advisor had been mismanaging their money for years. We want you to know that you are not alone, and you are not without options. The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. has recovered $185 million, including several multi-million dollar disputes, including a $21,000,000 judgment in Florida for fraud.
We provide skilled and knowledgeable counsel to Boca Raton investors on a contingency basis, meaning no fees unless we win. Call (800) 732-2889 today for a free consultation and let us fight for what you deserve.
Other Areas in Florida We Serve
The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. represents defrauded investors across the state, not only in Naples. If you have suffered investment losses in any of the following Florida communities, our attorneys are ready to help you pursue recovery.Boca Raton Investment Fraud F.A.Q.
What is investment fraud?
Investment fraud occurs when a broker, financial advisor, or brokerage firm deceives an investor through misrepresentation, omission, or manipulation in connection with the purchase or sale of a security. It includes Ponzi schemes, unsuitable investments, unauthorized trading, and breach of fiduciary duty, among others.
How do I know if my broker committed fraud?
Common warning signs include unexplained losses, transactions you never approved, investments that don’t match your risk profile, and advisors who discourage you from asking questions.
What is FINRA arbitration and how does it work?
FINRA arbitration is the primary dispute resolution process for investor claims against broker-dealers and brokerage firms. You file a Statement of Claim, a panel of arbitrators is appointed, and both sides present their case before a binding decision is issued. Most cases resolve within 12 to 15 months.
How long do I have to file an investment fraud claim in Florida?
Florida Statute 517.301 generally gives investors five years from the date of the violation to file a securities fraud claim. However, waiting too long can weaken your case, so it is important to contact an attorney as soon as you suspect misconduct.
What damages can I recover through FINRA arbitration?
Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be entitled to recover compensatory damages for your investment losses, lost interest, and in some cases attorneys’ fees and costs. Our attorneys will assess your specific situation during your free consultation.
How much does it cost to hire an investment fraud attorney?
The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. represents investors on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and no attorneys’ fees unless we recover money for you.
Can I sue a brokerage firm, not just an individual broker?
Yes. Brokerage firms can be held liable for the misconduct of their registered representatives, particularly when the firm failed to properly supervise its employees. FINRA arbitration allows investors to bring claims directly against both individual brokers and the national brokerage firms they work for.