Kiran Devarapalli Fired by LPL Financial

Kiran Devarapalli, a broker registered with The Leaders Group, has been terminated by LPL Financial. This disclosure appears on his BrokerCheck record, accessed on April 12, 2024. Keep reading if you have questions regarding his alleged conduct. 

Employment Separation After Allegations 

On February 2, 2024, LPL Financial fired Kiran Devarapalli following allegations that he participated in an outside business activity without notice to and approval from his firm.

FINRA Rule 3270 – Outside Business and Selling Away

FINRA Rule 3270 requires brokers to inform their firm of any outside business activities or any investments sold away from the firm. The brokerage firm may prohibit the activity if the firm believes the proposed activity may compromise the broker’s duties. Firms may also require brokers to seek approval of any outside business.

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 3270 also violate this rule.

Background Information 

Kiran Devarapalli has passed the following exams: 

• Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law Examination 
• SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination 
• Series 7 General Securities Representative Examination 

He is a registered broker in seven states and is a registered investment adviser in New Jersey and Texas. 

During his nine years of experience, Kiran Devarapalli has registered with the following firms: 

• The Leaders Group (CRD #: 37157) 
• Ciro Capital (CRD #: 329576) 
• LPL Financial (CRD #: 6413) 
• People’s United Advisors (CRD #: 292454) 
• People’s Securities (CRD #: 13704) 
• Morgan Stanley (CRD #: 149777) 
• Credit Suisse Securities (CRD #: 816) 

Kurta Law Can Help 

If you have worked with Kiran Devarapalli and have concerns about your investments, do not hesitate to contact us at 877-600-0098 or email info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation. 

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