Christopher Watkins, Formerly with LPL Financial, Subject of Two Customer Complaints

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY

Are you a current or former customer of Christopher Watkins of Louisville, Kentucky? Our securities arbitration law firm is looking into allegations made by customers of financial advisor Christopher Watkins, who formerly worked with LPL Financial.  Watkins has been the subject of two customer complaints in the last three years.

The two complaints allege unsuitable recommendations in alternative investments – such as business development companies (BDCs), energy funds, and real estate investment trusts (REITs).  One case involving REITs and energy funds settled for $4,999, while the complaint involving a BDC is still unresolved.

Christopher Watkins carried his securities license with LPL Financial from May 2011 to November 2018.  He was then discharged by LPL Financial in November 2018.  Watkins has since been affiliated with Silver Oak Securities and Magnate Advisory Services.

LPL Financial is a FINRA member and securities broker-dealer.  Since it is a FINRA member, LPL Financial has a responsibility to supervise Christopher Watkins’ conduct, and it also must ensure that Watkins sells suitable investments to its customers.

Israels & Neuman is a securities arbitration and investment fraud law firm that represents investors all over the country, including investors throughout Kentucky.  We have represented over one thousand investors in FINRA arbitration claims, including claims against LPL Financial.

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If you lost money with Christopher Watkins, LPL Financial, REITs, or BDCs, contact the law firm of ISRAELS & NEUMAN at (720) 599-3505 or (206) 795-5798 for a Free evaluation of your case.