How to Bring a Claim Against Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated Broker Jared Gudenkauf

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There are options for clients of Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated broker Jared Gudenkauf (CRD# 4591389) who suffered investment losses. He has been registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated in Kansas City, Missouri, since 2011.

Jared Gudenkauf Customer Complaints

He has been the subject of one customer complaint, according to his CRD report:

July 2025. “Client alleges that the registered representative failed to act in his best interest in August 2021, related to the liquidation of a pension plan.” The customer is seeking $1,000,000 in damages, and the case is currently pending. The complaint was regarding a defined benefit pension.

Pursuant to FINRA Rules, member firms are responsible for supervising a broker’s activities during the time the broker is registered with the firm. Therefore, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated may be liable for investment or other losses suffered by Jared Gudenkauf’s customers.

Erez Law represents investors in the United States for claims against brokers and brokerage firms for wrongdoing. If you have experienced investment losses, please call us at 888-840-1571 or complete our contact form for a free consultation. Erez Law is a nationally recognized law firm representing individuals, trusts, corporations and institutions in claims against brokerage firms, banks and insurance companies on a contingency fee basis.

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