Edward Jones Subject of Arkansas Complaint Regarding Supervision of William Black

Have you lost money with financial advisor William Black of Malvern, Arkansas?  We are investigating allegations made by the Arkansas Securities Department.  Arkansas alleged that Edward Jones failed to reasonably supervise William “Ken” or “Kinney” Black.

Arkansas alleged that Black was placed on heightened supervision over allegations that he was excessively trading customers’ accounts.  Arkansas alleged that despite being on heightened supervision by Edward Jones, Black continued an inappropriate trading strategy for several clients.  Edward Jones was ordered to pay a $50,000 fine.

William Black was a financial advisor and registered representative of Edward Jones from 2000 to September 2015.  He worked at branch offices Malvern, Arkansas.   He has been the subject of at least two customer complaints, and he was also fired by Edward Jones in 2015.

Brokerage firms like Edward Jones have a responsibility to adequately supervise all representatives who are registered through their firm.  Brokerage firms also must take steps to ensure that their financial advisors follow all securities rules and regulations, as well as internal firm policies.  When brokerage firms fail to adequately supervise their registered representatives, they may be liable for investment losses sustained by customers.

Israels & Neuman PLC is a securities and investment fraud law firm with offices in Denver, Colorado and Seattle, Washington.  We represent investors in FINRA arbitration proceedings in all 50 states, including investors throughout Arkansas.  Our attorneys have represented over one thousand investors against many brokerage firms in the past, including Edward Jones.

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If you lost money with William Black or Edward Jones, please CONTACT US at 720-599-3505 for a free evaluation of your case.

Israels & Neuman, PLC is a private law firm and is not affiliated with any government or law enforcement agency.  Any investigation referenced in this blog is independent in nature and is being conducted by our law firm privately, not in conjunction with any government or law enforcement agency.  All information contained in this blog should be deemed statements of opinion derived from the author’s review of public records, not statements of fact.  This blog is advertising material and does not create an attorney client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice.  Everyone’s situation is different and the question of whether or not you have a claim will vary on a case-by-case basis.  In contingent representation, clients may still be liable for costs.