Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating Christopher Stephen Brown For Investment Fraud

Did You Lose Money Because of Christopher Brown?

Filed: January 24, 2024

Christopher Brown has been the subject of three (3) customer complaints. As an investor, you may be entitled to compensation for losses accrued due to mismanagement of your investments.

Let’s begin our Patil Law Advisor Alert with a summary report on Christopher Stephen Brown.

Who Is Christopher Stephen Brown?

  • Advisor Name: Christopher Stephen Brown
  • Aliases: Christopher Brown
  • CRD: 871921
  • Location: Crystal River, Florida
  • Current Employer: Currently Not Registered
  • Previous Firms: Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
  • Number of Known Customer Complaints: 3
  • Can Christopher Brown Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Can Christopher Brown’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Highest Damages Allegation: $168,000
  • Highest Settlement: $168,000

If you have suffered investment losses by Christopher Brown, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining an investment fraud lawyer. Reach out to the legal team at Patil Law, P.C. via the secure online form or call the firm directly toll-free at 1-800-950-6553.

Customer Complaints Filed Against Christopher Brown For Broker Misconduct

As of this publication date, Christopher Brown has been the subject of 3 customer disputes. Let’s review them below.

In November 2019, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Christopher Brown by a customer of  Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated alleging unsuitable investment recommendation and misrepresentations made regarding a variable life insurance policy. Per the customer, he/she lost over $104,710.67 because of Mr. Brown’s actions. On November 30, 2020, Mr. Brown settled the claim for c, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Brown’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In February 2008, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Christopher Brown by a customer of  Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated alleging that stock were sold and mutual funds were purchased without the client’s authorization.

In June 1993, a NASD arbitration was filed against or in reference to Christopher Brown alleging unsuitable investments. Per the customer, he/she lost over $168,000 because of Mr. Brown’s actions. On January 1, 1995, Mr. Brown settled the claim for $27,500, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Brown’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

How To File A Claim Against Christopher Brown (previously with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated) To Get Your Money Back

If you have questions about Christopher Brown, Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, or the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Patil for a free initial consultation via email or toll-free at 1-800-950-6553.