Ruben Frezzotti Discharged from Raymond James Amid Allegations

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck shows disclosures about securities broker / financial advisor Ruben Javier Frezzotti [CRD: 4439983, Coral Gables, Florida]. Evidently, Ruben Frezzotti worked for Raymond James Associates Inc. from February 13, 2013, to October 10, 2023. Certain recent disclosures, including client disputes and an employment termination, have raised concerns regarding his conduct. Continue reading to learn more about these allegations about Frezzotti.

Raymond James Associates Inc. Discharged Ruben Frezzotti Over Policy Violations

Evidently, on September 21, 2023, Raymond James Associates Inc. disaffiliated with Ruben Frezzotti, citing allegations that he engaged in conduct inconsistent with firm policies. This supposedly concerned outside business activities related to real estate lending.

Raymond James Associates Inc. Investor Accused Ruben Frezzotti of Unsuitable Annuity Recommendations

Also, on July 22, 2021, a client of Raymond James Associates Inc. filed FINRA Arbitration No. 21-01873, accusing Ruben Frezzotti of recommending unsuitable investments in an offshore fixed annuity whose issuer became insolvent. The client alleged that these actions caused damages related to a fixed annuity product. The client initially asked for $5,000,000. On January 5, 2023, the matter settled, with Raymond James paying the client $900,000. The broker was not asked to contribute to the settlement.

Raymond James Associates Inc. and Others Found Liable for Negligence and Misrepresentation

Particularly, on November 21, 2017, FINRA Arbitration No. 17-03139 was filed against Raymond James Associates Inc., Raymond James Financial Services Inc., and Morgan Keegan Company Inc., alleging negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, and breach of contract. The incident apparently involved real estate securities. The client requested $180,000 in damages. On January 5, 2023, a FINRA arbitration panel awarded the client $43,827 in damages.

Morgan Keegan Company Inc. Settled Real Estate Investment Trust Dispute

Specifically, on June 5, 2012, FINRA Arbitration No. 12-01850 was filed about Morgan Keegan Company Inc., alleging unsuitable advice and misrepresentation concerning a real estate investment trust (REIT). The client’s claim settled on December 18, 2013, with the firm paying $25,000 in compensation.

Morgan Keegan Company Inc. Settled Annuity and REIT Misrepresentation Claim

Also, on August 22, 2011, FINRA Arbitration No. 11-04591 was filed about Morgan Keegan Company Inc., alleging unsuitability, misrepresentation, and churning regarding a variable annuity and REIT. Evidently, the case settled on November 14, 2012, with the client receiving $5,000.

Morgan Keegan Company Inc. Denied a 2011 Unsuitability Complaint

Evidently, on February 22, 2011, a client dispute was filed against Morgan Keegan Company Inc., alleging unsuitable recommendations in Inland American Real Estate in 2008. The client claimed the illiquidity of the shares caused problems. Therefore, the client requested $11,000 in damages. However, the firm denied the claim, and no compensation was awarded.

Contact Soreide Law About Ruben Frezzotti Today

For more information about this broker, contact Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 to speak with a securities attorney. Frezzotti and the brokerage firms he worked for deny any accusations of sales practice violations. Soreide Law Group has experience representing investors throughout the country. The firm also handles cases on a contingency basis.