Investor Alleges Ryan McClelland Did Not Execute Trade

Ryan McClelland (CRD #: 3116046), a broker registered with J.W. Cole Financial, was the subject of an investor dispute, according to his BrokerCheck record, accessed on May 21, 2025. Investors may have also engaged his services through J.W. Cole Advisors. Keep reading if you have questions about his alleged conduct as a broker.

Investor Dispute

On February 19, 2025, an investor alleged that Ryan McClelland did not execute a trade, causing the client to be unable to take advantage of market gains. The client sought $50,000 in damages but the dispute was denied by the firm.

However, investors should be aware that firms can deny disputes without allowing an external review. You can still pursue FINRA arbitration and potentially recover damages following a denial.

FINRA Rule 5130

FINRA Rule 5310 requires brokers to promptly execute clients’ transactions according to their instructions.

FINRA Rule 2010

FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade.

Background Information

Ryan McClelland has passed the following exams:

• Securities Industry Essentials Examination – SIE
• General Securities Representative Examination – Series 7
• Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination – Series 6
• Uniform Combined State Law Examination – Series 66

Ryan McClelland is a registered broker in 12 states and a registered investment adviser in Florida.

He has also worked for Mutual Trust Asset Management (CRD#:121364) and Mutual Trust Company of America Securities (CRD#:8494).

Kurta Law Can Help

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

For over 20 years, Kurta Law has advocated on behalf of investors who want to recover their investment losses from brokers and brokerage firms. Kurta Law is a nationally recognized law firm that exclusively represents investors against brokers and brokerage firms on a contingency basis. This means that the firm only earns a fee if our securities attorneys recover money on your behalf.