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Richard Ceffalio Jr.: Broker Investigation

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Richard Ceffalio, Jr.: Lawsuit Investigation Update

Have you suffered investment losses with former LPL Financial advisor Richard Ceffalio Jr, (CRD#: 2619565) The White Law Group is investigating potential lawsuits involving LPL Financial and the liability it may have for failure to supervise.

According to his broker report, Richard Ceffalio Jr, (CRD#: 2619565) formerly of LPL Financial, reportedly has five customer complaints pending against him since 2023.

Allegations of Broker Misconduct

Richard Ceffalio reportedly faces multiple customer lawsuits and was allegedly discharged from LPL Financial LLC following allegations of misconduct.

  • Customer Complaints (2012–2023): Clients alleged that Ceffalio mismanaged their accounts with unsuitable investment recommendations and misrepresented account values.
  • May 28, 2024: A customer alleged that in March 2022, Ceffalio forged their signatures on a line of credit agreement and misappropriated $3,530,379.93.
  • July 21, 2023: Clients reportedly complained of misleading information about annuities, which led to overspending. On May 21, 2024, their attorney claimed Ceffalio was “caught forging documents.”
  • Employment Separation (May 31, 2024): LPL Financial discharged Ceffalio for allegedly soliciting a loan from a customer without firm approval and purportedly submitting trade corrections with inaccurate justifications.

Richard Ceffalio Jr.  – FINRA Broker Check

The FINRA BrokerCheck tool is a free online tool that allows investors to research and verify the background and credentials of financial brokers, brokerage firms, and investment advisors registered with FINRA.

According to his broker report, Richard Ceffalio Jr. was reportedly registered with the following firms during his career in the securities industry. He is not currently registered as a broker.

11/15/2019 – 07/01/2024 LPL FINANCIAL LLC (CRD#:6413) ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL
11/02/2012 – 12/06/2019 WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC (CRD#:19616)ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL
10/03/2008 – 11/12/2012 UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC. (CRD#:8174) NORTHBROOK, IL

Broker Due Diligence

Under the “Regulation best interest” standard, broker-dealers are obligated to perform due diligence when evaluating any investment.  If your financial advisor fails to evaluate an investment before recommending it to you, they could be held liable for investment losses.

If your advisor unsuitably recommended any investment and you lost money, the securities attorneys at The White Law Group may be able to help you. You may be able to recover losses by filing a FINRA Arbitration claim against the brokerage firm that sold you the investment.

Class Action vs. Individual FINRA Arbitration Lawsuit

You may wonder whether a large class action lawsuit is a better litigation option  than an individual FINRA arbitration case.  The answer depends on many factors, but typically if the loss sustained is large (say larger than $100,000), an individual arbitration claim is likely a better option.  Class action lawsuits as a recovery option are more appropriate for grouping large numbers of individuals who have small claims – too small to generally pursue individually.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the allegations against Richard Ceffalio Jr.?
Richard Ceffalio Jr., formerly with LPL Financial, reportedly faces multiple customer complaints involving allegations of unsuitable investment recommendations, misrepresentation of account values, forgery, and misappropriation of client funds. He was discharged from LPL Financial in May 2024 for allegedly soliciting an unauthorized loan from a client and submitting inaccurate trade corrections.

2. Can I recover losses if I invested with Richard Ceffalio Jr.?
Possibly. If you suffered financial losses due to alleged misconduct by Ceffalio, you may be eligible to recover damages through a FINRA arbitration claim against LPL Financial, the firm responsible for supervising him. Contacting a securities attorney is the first step in evaluating your potential case.

3. Is a class action lawsuit the best way to recover my investment losses?
It depends. If your individual loss exceeds $100,000, a FINRA arbitration case may be a better and faster option than participating in a class action. Class actions are generally used when many investors have small, similar claims that aren’t feasible to pursue individually.

Richard Ceffalio Jr. FINRA Lawsuits

If you have suffered investment losses with Richard Ceffalio Jr. and LPL Financial the securities attorneys at the White Law Group may be able to help you by filing a FINRA lawsuit. Please call our offices at (888) 637-5510 for a free consultation. We take cases in all 50 states including Illinois. 

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The White Law Group, LLC is a national law firm in securities fraud, securities arbitration, investor protection, and securities regulation and compliance. With offices in Chicago, Illinois and Seattle, Washington, the firm is dedicated to assisting investors across all 50 states with claims against their brokerage firms. Since its founding in 2010, The White Law Group has handled over 800 FINRA arbitration cases.

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