Investors potentially experienced sales practice violations because of securities broker Gary Lee Leavitt [CRD: 712745, Whiting, Indiana], according to disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck. Gary Leavitt worked for American Trust Investment Services Inc. from June 8, 2021 to February 14, 2025; McDermott Investment Services LLC from December 7, 2018 to October 22, 2020; and previously from May 22, 2018 to August 28, 2018. Continue reading to find out more about the disclosures involving Gary Leavitt.
Specifically, on May 7, 2024, an American Trust Investment Services Inc. client filed FINRA Arbitration No. 24-01000 about Leavitt. Allegedly, Leavitt breached his fiduciary duty, failed to supervise, and was negligent. Because of this, the client allegedly incurred damages linked to TIC 1031 investments. So, the client requested $5,000,000.00 in compensation from American Trust Investment Services Inc. or Leavitt. Evidently, this arbitration is awaiting a resolution.
Additionally, a client of GMI Securities Inc. contested Gary Leavitt’s sales practices by filing NASD Arbitration No. 90-03439. Supposedly, Leavitt engaged in unauthorized trading involving over-the-counter equities. Consequently, NASD Arbitrators issued an Award dated July 17, 1991 compelling GMI Securities Inc. and Leavitt to compensate the client in the amount of $6,300.55.
Are you concerned regarding investments you made with Leavitt? If so, contact Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552. Speak with a securities attorney about a potential recovery. For years, Soreide Law Group has helped to recoup losses for investors located within the US. Also, the firm works on a contingency fee basis and advances all costs. Please keep in mind that Leavitt and brokerage firms Leavitt worked for deny allegations of sales practice violations referenced in the above-mentioned disclosures.
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