Legal Question in Securities Law in New York

Hello,

I have left the retail brokerage business roughly one year ago. I've heard of instances where even after one has left the industry, old claims or suits could be filed against them from former clients. I never had any issues or marks on my license and would like to keep it this way.

To avoid any potential issues would it be a 'safer' move to keep my license unregistered and remain out of the industry or would that make no difference to a potential claim or suit that was brought up in regards to the time I oversaw an account years ago?


Asked on 8/28/12, 8:40 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

The future status of your license bears no weight on any liabilities that came about as a result of your past work. If you believe that there are some buried issues, you should consult an attorney to advise you on the relevant statutes of limitations and an actionable plan.

Roman R. Fichman, Esq.

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Answered on 8/28/12, 11:16 am


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