Marat Likhtenstein Lawsuits: Help for Investors Featured by top securities fraud attorneys, The White Law Group.
The White Law Group is investigating potential securities fraud claims involving former Osaic Wealth financial advisor Marat Likhtenstein (CRD#: 2470480), who has been indicted for fraud, barred by FINRA, and accused of operating a $1.24 million Ponzi scheme.
If you have suffered losses with Marat Likhtenstein, call our office at (888) 637-5510 for a free consultation.
Marat Likhtenstein Indicted for Ponzi Scheme
Brooklyn financial advisor Marat Likhtenstein was indicted in 2025 for allegedly running a $1.24 million Ponzi scheme involving at least 10 victims.
According to the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office, Likhtenstein promised investors 20% guaranteed returns through fake promissory notes. Instead of investing, he allegedly diverted funds for personal use and used new investor money to pay earlier investors.
Criminal Charges Filed Against Likhtenstein:
- 8 counts of second-degree grand larceny
- 2 counts of third-degree grand larceny
- 2 counts of first-degree scheme to defraud
- 10 violations of NY General Business Law Section 352-C(6)
The alleged misconduct occurred between 2015 and 2025, while he operated Likhtenstein Financial Planning Inc. in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. He was arraigned in Brooklyn Supreme Court and released without bail, with his next court date scheduled for May 21, 2025.
FINRA Bars Marat Likhtenstein
In August 2024, FINRA permanently barred Likhtenstein from associating with any FINRA member firm after he refused to cooperate with its investigation.
His former firm, Osaic Wealth, Inc., discharged him in June 2024 for allegedly engaging in undisclosed personal loan transactions with a client, a violation of FINRA Rule 3240.
CFP Board Revokes Certification
In September 2024, the CFP Board revoked Likhtenstein’s certification due to the FINRA bar and ongoing allegations of fraud.
Bankruptcy Case Against Likhtenstein
In November 2024, a case titled Sirota v. Likhtenstein was filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York alleging additional financial misconduct. That case remains pending.
Marat Likhtenstein – BrokerCheck Report
According to FINRA BrokerCheck, Likhtenstein was previously registered with:
- Osaic Wealth, Inc. – Brooklyn, NY (2018–2024)
- Signator Investors, Inc. – Brooklyn, NY (2001–2018)
- Park Avenue Securities LLC – New York, NY (1999–2001)
Can I File a Lawsuit Against Marat Likhtenstein?x
If you invested with Marat Likhtenstein or Osaic Wealth, you may be eligible to file a claim. Most investors pursue recovery through:
FINRA Arbitration
- Typically used for claims over $100,000
- Generally faster than court litigation
- Confidential process decided by expert arbitrators
Class Action Lawsuit
- More common for smaller investor claims
- Managed collectively by court-appointed counsel
- Can take longer and provide less individualized recovery
Our attorneys can help you determine the best option based on your investment losses.
Contact The White Law Group
If you lost money with Marat Likhtenstein or Osaic Wealth, our securities attorneys may be able to help.
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