Steven Baaden In Oppenheimer Client Disputes Concerning Unauthorized Trading

Investors potentially experienced losses due to securities broker Steven Richard Baaden (also known as Steve Baaden [CRD: 1266766, Dallas, Texas], according to disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck. It appears that Steven Baaden worked for Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith Incorporated from June 2011 to January 2013, and is currently registered with Oppenheimer Co. Inc. since February 12, 2013. Keep reading to learn more about the disclosures involving Baaden and allegations of misconduct.

Oppenheimer Co. Inc. Investor Accused Baaden Of Failure To Follow Instruction

Specifically, on February 14, 2024, an Oppenheimer Co. Inc. client filed a complaint about Steven Baaden. The client alleged that Baaden failed to follow instructions. Because of this, the client allegedly sustained damages on CDs. Therefore, the client requested $10,000 in compensation from Oppenheimer Co. Inc. or Baaden.

Steven Baaden Disclosed Breach Of Fiduciary Duty Allegations By Oppenheimer Co. Inc. Client

Evidently, a client of Oppenheimer Co. Inc. contested Steven Baaden’s sales practices by filing FINRA Arbitration No. 21-00276. Allegedly, Baaden made unsuitable recommendations, breached a contract, and breached his fiduciary duty. Supposedly Baaden caused the client to sustain damages on stocks. As a result, Oppenheimer Co. Inc. opted to settle the matter on June 10, 2022, by compensating the client in the amount of $180,000.

Oppenheimer Co. Inc. Investor Accused Baaden Of Unauthorized Trading

Specifically, a client filed a complaint about Steven Baaden. The client alleged that Baaden engaged in unauthorized trading concerning stocks. Therefore, on May 8, 2013, Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith Incorporated settled this matter by paying the client $11,337.21 in damages.

Steven Baaden Disclosed Allegations By Merrill Lynch Client

Also, a client of Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith Incorporated contested Steven Baaden’s sales practices, according to a complaint. Allegedly, Baaden engaged in unauthorized trading and caused the client to pay excessive charges. Supposedly Baaden caused the client to sustain damages on over-the-counter equities. As a result, Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith Incorporated opted to settle the matter on March 22, 2013, by compensating the client in the amount of $25,494.18.

Did You Make Investments Through Securities Broker Baaden?

Are you looking for more information about Steven Baaden? If so, reach out to Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 and speak with a securities attorney. Soreide Law Group has recovered losses for investors throughout the US, works on a contingency fee basis, and advances all costs. Baaden and brokerage firms Baaden worked for deny any allegations of sales practice violations.