If your financial advisor, stockbroker, or brokerage firm in Orange County caused substantial investment losses through fraud, negligence, or misconduct, the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. can help you recover your money.
We sue major firms like Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, Wells Fargo Advisors, UBS, and Charles Schwab when they harm investors through churning, unsuitable investments, unauthorized trading, Ponzi schemes, or breach of fiduciary duty. Our board-certified Orange County securities attorney has recovered over $175 million for clients, including in Newport Beach, Fullerton, Irvine, Laguna Beach, and other Orange County communities.
Warning: California law gives you limited time to file claims. Most investment fraud cases must be filed within 3-6 years. Every day you wait makes recovery harder. We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Lost $50,000 or more in your investment account? Contact Our Law Firm today.
Board Certified | $175+ Million Recovered | 45+ Years Fighting for Investors | No Upfront Costs
We Sue Brokers and Recover Investment Losses in Orange County and Nationwide
From South Coast Plaza’s financial districts to the suburbs of Fullerton, we pursue aggressive recovery actions against major brokerage firms and wealth management companies including those incorporated in other states. Our Orange County investment fraud lawyers handle:
- Tech Stock Concentration Losses – Overconcentration in volatile tech securities
- Real Estate Syndication Fraud – Failed private placements and REITs
- Oil and Gas Investment Scams – Energy sector Ponzi schemes
- Annuity Switching Abuse – Inappropriate variable annuity sales
- Margin Call Disasters – Improper margin account liquidations
- Cryptocurrency Fraud – Digital asset investment schemes
- Churning and Excessive Trading – Commission-driven account abuse
- Elder Financial Abuse – Targeting Orange County retirees
- Unauthorized Trading – Transactions without your consent
- Selling Away Violations – Off-the-books investment sales
How Much Does Investment Fraud Recovery Cost?
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay legal fees only if we recover money for you. Initial consultations are free and confidential.
Recent Market Volatility Causing Losses? Act Now
The 2024-2025 market volatility has exposed widespread financial advisor negligence and brokerage account misconduct. If your hotshot Wall Street broker, or Newport Beach financial advisor, Costa Mesa investment firm, or Irvine wealth manager caused substantial losses through:
- Unsuitable investment strategies
- Failure to diversify
- Breach of fiduciary duty
- Investment suitability violations
- Material misrepresentations
You may need immediate legal representation. We file FINRA arbitration claims, SEC complaints, and pursue litigation in state and federal courts.
Why Orange County Investors Choose Our Securities Law Firm
✓ Board Certified Securities Attorney – Robert Wayne Pearce holds specialized certification
✓ $175+ Million Recovered – Proven track record of substantial investor recoveries
✓ 45+ Years Experience – Handling complex securities fraud since 1980
✓ No Recovery, No Fee – Contingency representation protects your finances
✓ FINRA Arbitration Experts – We know how to win in securities arbitration
✓ Aggressive Representation – We sue major brokerage firms and win
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file an investment fraud claim in California?
Generally 3-6 years depending on the type of claim. FINRA arbitration has a 6-year eligibility rule. California state law claims vary. Don’t wait—contact us immediately for a deadline assessment.
What if I signed an arbitration agreement?
Most investors must pursue FINRA arbitration rather than court. We’re FINRA arbitration specialists who regularly defeat major firms in arbitration proceedings.
Can I check my broker’s history?
Yes. Search FINRA BrokerCheck for disciplinary history. We’ll conduct a comprehensive background investigation as part of your case.
Which Orange County investment firms do you sue?
We take on all major brokerage firms, independent advisors, and wealth management companies operating from Newport Beach to Mission Viejo, including national firms with Orange County offices.
Orange County Communities We Serve

Our investment fraud attorneys serve all of Orange County and the greater Southern California region. If you’re located in nearby Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Fontana, or San Diego, our experienced securities fraud lawyers are ready to help you pursue your investment fraud case.
We understand the diverse and sophisticated business environment throughout Orange County and are committed to serving investors across all communities in the region.
Report Investment Fraud and Recover Your Losses Today
The clock is ticking on your investment fraud claim. Every day matters when pursuing recovery from broker misconduct, portfolio losses, and financial advisor negligence.
Contact the Orange County investment fraud lawyers at the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. now:
📞 Call: (800) 732-2889
💬 Free Consultation
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Or complete our secure online form for immediate case review. We’ll analyze your losses, identify liable parties, and file your FINRA complaint or lawsuit quickly.
Time limits apply. California investors must act within statutory deadlines. The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. is licensed to practice throughout California. Securities arbitration and litigation services available statewide. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.