Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating Lauren Skidmore Ivester For Investment Fraud
Did You Lose Money Because of Lauren Ivester?
Filed: March 20, 2024
Lauren Ivester (also known as Lauren K. Ivester, Lauren K. Skidmore) has been the subject of two (2) 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 Lauren Skidmore Ivester.
Who Is Lauren Skidmore Ivester of Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC?
- Advisor Name: Lauren Skidmore Ivester
- Aliases: Lauren K. Ivester, Lauren K. Skidmore
- CRD: 5001776
- Location: Cramerton, North Carolina
- Current Employer: Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC
- Previous Firms: Kalos Capital, Inc. and Morgan Stanley
- Number of Known Customer Complaints: 2
- Can Lauren Ivester Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
- Can Lauren Ivester’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
- Highest Damages Allegation: $220,000
- Highest Settlement: $112,000
If you have suffered investment losses by Lauren Ivester, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining a breach of fiduciary duty. 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 Lauren Ivester For Broker Misconduct
As of this publication date, Lauren Ivester has been the subject of 2 customer disputes. Let’s review them below.
In November 2022, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Lauren Ivester by a customer of Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC alleging negligence, breach of fiduciary duties, fraudulent misrepresentation, and breach of contract. Per the customer, he/she lost over $220,000 because of Ivester’s actions. On October 30, 2023, Ivester settled the claim for $67,150, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Ivester’s employer and/or insurance carrier.
In June 2022, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Lauren Ivester by a customer of Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC alleging unsuitable transactions. Per the customer, he/she lost over $130,000 because of Ivester’s actions. On August 23, 2023, Ivester settled the claim for $112,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Ivester’s employer and/or insurance carrier.
How To File A Claim Against Lauren Ivester of Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC (previously with Kalos Capital, Inc. and Morgan Stanley) To Get Your Money Back
If you have questions about Lauren Ivester, Dempsey Lord Smith, LLC, Kalos Capital, Inc., Morgan Stanley, 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.