September 4, 2026

Donald Abaunza Connected To Cetera Investor Complaint Regarding Excessive Fees

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Investors potentially incurred losses because of securities broker Donald Richard Abaunza Jr. [CRD: 3172450, Harvey, Louisiana], based on public information on Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck. Abaunza has worked for Cetera Investment Services LLC and Cetera Investment Advisers LLC since August 10, 2022, and previously worked for Hancock Whitney Investment Services Inc. from February 8, 2012, to August 10, 2022. Investors are encouraged to continue reading to learn more about Abaunza’s client dispute disclosures.

Cetera Investor Accused Abaunza Of Excessive Fees

Specifically, a client filed a complaint about Donald Abaunza The client alleged that Abaunza charged excessive advisory fees to the client. As a result, on February 4, 2026, Cetera Investment Services LLC settled this matter by paying the client $12,000. Abaunza reportedly contributed $5,000 toward the settlement.

Donald Abaunza Disclosed Unsuitable Advice Allegations By PrimeVest Financial Services Client

Additionally, a client of PrimeVest Financial Services disputed Abaunza’s sales practices, according to a complaint dated November 4, 2010. Allegedly, Abaunza made unsuitable recommendations involving municipal bonds and fixed annuities. It appears that Abaunza allegedly caused the client to sustain damages. Therefore, the client sought compensation from PrimeVest Financial Services or Abaunza in this matter. PrimeVest Financial Services denied the complaint on December 27, 2010.

Did You Sustain Losses Because Of Financial Advisor / Securities Broker Abaunza?

Do you need guidance on any investment losses relating to Donald Abaunza? Get in touch with Soreide Law Group at (888) 760-6552 or online and speak with a securities attorney regarding a possible recovery of your investment losses. Soreide Law Group has recovered losses for hundreds of investors throughout the country. Also, our securities lawyers work on a contingency fee arrangement and advance all costs. Abaunza and brokerage firms Abaunza worked for deny allegations of sales practice violations.

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