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Jennifer Oprinski Involved in an Investor Dispute

Jennifer Oprinski (CRD #: 4512244), a broker registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, is the subject of an investor dispute, according to her BrokerCheck record, accessed on September 15, 2023. Details are provided below. 

On August 4, 2023, an investor named Jennifer Oprinski in a dispute. The investor alleged that one broker misrepresented an annuity contract and that another broker failed to correct the misrepresentation. The dispute was denied, but investors should know that firms can deny disputes without any external review. Following a denial, investors may still be able to recover their funds via FINRA arbitration.

FINRA Rule 2020

FINRA Rule 2020 prohibits the use of manipulation, deception, and other fraudulent methods to influence investors’ decisions. This includes the misrepresentation or omission of material information, such as an investment’s potential returns, risks, or limitations.

FINRA Rule 2010

FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade. Violations of FINRA Rule 2020 are also violations of FINRA Rule 2010. 

Background Information 

Jennifer Oprinski has two older investor disputes on her record. 

She has passed the following exams: 

  • Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination 
  • Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination 
  • Series 31 Futures Managed Funds Examination 
  • SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination 
  • Series 7 General Securities Representative Examination 
  • Series 10 General Securities Sales Supervisor – General Module Examination 
  • Series 9 General Securities Sales Supervisor – Options Module Examination 

She is a registered broker in 28 states and D.C. She is also a registered investment advisor in Illinois, Michigan, and Texas. 

Jennifer Oprinski has registered with the following firms: 

  • Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith (CRD #: 7691) 
  • Banc of America Investment Services (CRD #: 16361) 
  • LaSalle Financial Services (CRD #: 20373) 

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If you worked with Jennifer Oprinski and have concerns about your investments, please contact us today at 877-600-0098 or info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation.

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