Unsuitable Investment Recommendations by Former Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated Broker Harold Reinstein

Merrill Lynch

Former Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated broker Harold Reinstein (CRD# 2516822) is accused of unsuitable investment recommendations. He has been registered with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC in White Plains, New York, since 2023. He was registered with J.P. Morgan Private Wealth Advisors LLC in White Plains, New York, from 2022 to 2025, First Republic Securities Company, LLC in White Plains, New York, from 2022 to 2023, and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated in White Plains, New York, from 2009 to 2022.

Harold Reinstein Customer Complaints

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

July 2023. “Client alleges unsuitable investment recommendations and misrepresentations from March 2022 through February 2023.” The customer sought $2,600,000 in damages, and the case was settled for $200,000. The complaint was regarding managed and wrap accounts. 

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 Harold Reinstein’s customers.

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