October 21, 2024

Ronald Smith Facing Allegations of Breach of Fiduciary Duty

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Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck shows disclosures about securities broker Ronald G. Smith (also known as Ron Smith) [CRD: 6038062, Stamford, Connecticut]. In 2024, Smith joined Sanford C. Bernstein Co. LLC and Alliance Bernstein LP. He worked for Spartan Capital Securities LLC from July 1, 2013, to December 26, 2023. Investors filed claims about Smith, raising concerns about misrepresentations, unauthorized trading, and other alleged misconduct. Keep reading to learn more about the allegations about Smith and his history of client disputes.

Spartan Capital Securities Investor Accused Ronald Smith of Misconduct

On February 22, 2024, a client of Spartan Capital Securities LLC filed FINRA Arbitration No. 24-00400, accusing Ronald Smith of misrepresentations, nondisclosures of material facts, unauthorized trading, unsuitable recommendations, failure to act in the client’s best interest, negligent supervision, and breach of fiduciary duties. The allegations are connected to the sale of private placements, and the client is seeking $250,000 in damages from Spartan Capital Securities or Smith. This matter is currently pending a resolution.

Spartan Capital Securities Investor Filed Complaint About Ronald Smith Over Stocks

On January 21, 2021, a client of Spartan Capital Securities LLC made a complaint about Ronald Smith, seeking $42,035 in damages. The client questioned stock transactions during his time at Spartan Capital Securities. However, the matter was closed without further action taken by the client.

Contact Soreide Law About Ronald Smith Today

Contact Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 and talk with a securities attorney for more information. Smith and the brokerage firms he worked for deny accusations of sales practice violations. Soreide Law Group has experience representing investors throughout the country. The firm handles cases on a contingency basis.

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