Does Bakhtiari & Harrison represent clients outside of California?

Yes. Bakhtiari & Harrison is a nationwide securities law firm and represents clients in all 50 states. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, but FINRA arbitration hearings are held at the hearing venue closest to the claimant's location. FINRA operates 69 hearing venues across the United States. The firm's attorneys are admitted in California, New York, Texas, the District of Columbia, and multiple federal circuits, enabling representation in state and federal courts nationwide.

How can a Los Angeles law firm handle securities cases across the country?

Because FINRA arbitration is a federal process with uniform national rules, a FINRA attorney admitted in any state can represent clients in FINRA arbitration anywhere in the country. Hearings are held at the FINRA regional office nearest to the client, and the majority of case preparation — document review, legal strategy, filing — is conducted remotely. Bakhtiari & Harrison has represented clients in FINRA arbitration across all 50 states and has also represented international clients in U.S.-based FINRA proceedings.

Which states does Bakhtiari & Harrison represent securities clients in?

Bakhtiari & Harrison represents securities arbitration and litigation clients in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. This includes Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Where are FINRA arbitration hearings held?

FINRA operates 69 hearing venues across the United States, including at least one in every state. Hearings are generally held at the venue nearest to the claimant's residence or business. Major hearing locations include Los Angeles (300 South Grand Ave), New York (One Liberty Plaza), Chicago (55 West Monroe St), Houston (1980 Post Oak Blvd), Miami (100 SE 2nd St), Atlanta (3475 Piedmont Rd NE), and Dallas (12801 N Central Expressway). Bakhtiari & Harrison represents clients at all FINRA hearing locations nationwide.

Nationwide FINRA Arbitration & Securities Lawyers – Bakhtiari & Harrison

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Ryan Bakhtiari, Partner — Bakhtiari & Harrison

Admitted: CA | NY | TX | DC | Multiple Federal Courts · Super Lawyers 2005–2026 · Former PIABA President · Former FINRA NAMC Chairman · Last reviewed: April 2026

Bakhtiari & Harrison offers nationwide representation of investors and financial professionals in FINRA arbitration, securities litigation, and employment matters. The firm has represented clients in all 50 states and international clients with arbitrable claims. FINRA maintains 69 hearing venues across the United States — at least one in every state — meaning FINRA arbitration hearings are held near the claimant’s location regardless of where in the country they live. Distance from the firm’s Studio City, California headquarters is never a barrier to representation. Investor cases are handled on a contingency fee basis — no recovery, no fee. Initial consultations are free.

How nationwide FINRA arbitration representation works

Many investors and financial professionals assume they need a local attorney for a FINRA arbitration claim. This is not the case. FINRA arbitration is a national proceeding with uniform rules — and hearings are held at the FINRA regional hearing location nearest the claimant’s residence, not at the attorney’s office. A California-based attorney can represent a New York investor at a New York FINRA hearing, a Texas investor at a Dallas hearing, or a Florida investor at a Miami hearing, because the process is the same everywhere and the firm’s attorneys are admitted in multiple jurisdictions.

Bakhtiari & Harrison has represented clients in FINRA arbitration at hearing locations throughout the United States for four decades. Ryan Bakhtiari is admitted in California, New York, Texas, the District of Columbia, and multiple federal courts. The firm handles all pre-hearing preparation remotely — document exchange, depositions, and case strategy — and travels to hearings as a routine part of its national practice.

Why national experience matters

Not all FINRA arbitration attorneys have genuine national experience. Many are familiar only with their local FINRA hearing location and the regional arbitrator pool. Bakhtiari & Harrison’s four decades of national practice give the firm direct familiarity with FINRA hearing locations, arbitrator pools, and case dynamics in every major market. Ryan Bakhtiari’s service as FINRA National Arbitration and Mediation Committee Chairman — during which he participated in policy decisions affecting all 69 FINRA hearing venues — reinforces this national perspective.

For a free initial consultation, call (800) 382-7969 or contact the firm using the contact form. All investor cases are handled on a contingency fee basis — no recovery, no fee.

Investor cases are handled on a contingency fee basis — no recovery, no fee.

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Top Tier Nationwide Representation in Securities Arbitration, Regulatory Investigations and Employment Claims

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has 69 hearing venues, including at least one in each state of the United States and one in San Juan, Puerto Rico and Washington, DC. The map below indicates the hearing locations and the Dispute Resolution Services regional office that administers cases for those locations.

Nationwide Representation

Bakhtiari & Harrison offers nationwide representation. We service clients in all 50 of the United States. Our dedicated staff and attorneys represent clients in complex arbitration, litigation, and related legal services in matters involving the securities industry. The firm’s partners have extensive experience in securities, employment and regulatory matters. Our focus is on delivering strategic and creative client-centric solutions.

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The Importance of Selection of Experienced Nationwide Counsel

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Why Choose Bakhtiari & Harrison?

Bakhtiari & Harrison have built a reputation as formidable advocates in the realm of investment fraud. Their comprehensive knowledge of securities law and unwavering commitment to client service position them as a premier choice for individuals seeking legal recourse.

Proficiency in Securities Law: The attorneys at Bakhtiari & Harrison possess a wealth of experience in handling securities litigation and arbitration. Their in-depth understanding of complex financial regulations enables them to successfully recover losses for their clients, demonstrating a strong track record of favorable outcomes. We offer nationwide representation in securities, regulatory and employment matters.

Thorough Case Evaluation: Cases of investment fraud often involve intricate details and require a nuanced understanding of both legal and financial principles. Bakhtiari & Harrison excel at conducting detailed investigations, scrutinizing every facet of a case to develop a robust legal strategy tailored to the specific needs of each client.

Tenacious Representation: Investment fraud can result in significant financial harm, necessitating vigorous legal action to secure the highest possible compensation. Bakhtiari & Harrison – relentless nationwide representation, aggressive advocacy, representing clients assertively throughout the entire legal process to ensure their rights are protected.

Client-Centered Approach: At Bakhtiari & Harrison, clients receive more than just legal representation—they receive individualized attention and support. The firm emphasizes open communication and transparency, ensuring clients are well-informed and comfortable at every stage of their case. We offer nationwide representation in securities, regulatory and employment matters. We recognize the emotional burden of investment fraud and strive to offer empathetic guidance alongside their legal services.

How a Los Angeles firm handles cases nationwide and worldwide

This is the question most potential clients outside California ask, and it deserves a direct answer.

FINRA arbitration is a federal process governed by uniform national rules — the FINRA Code of Arbitration Procedure — regardless of where the claimant lives. FINRA holds hearings at the venue closest to the claimant’s residence. This means that a client in Houston gets a hearing in Houston, a client in New York gets a hearing in New York, and a client in Chicago gets a hearing in Chicago. Bakhtiari & Harrison’s attorneys travel to hearings nationwide as a routine part of the firm’s practice.

The majority of case preparation — legal strategy, document review, discovery management, arbitrator selection, and brief writing — is conducted remotely and does not require in-person meetings. Clients can communicate with the firm by video, phone, or secure encrypted document transfer. The firm has represented clients in all 50 states and has also represented international clients with U.S. and internationally based FINRA arbitrable claims.

If you’ve been the victim of investment fraud, contact the securities fraud attorneys of Bakhtiari & Harrison for a free initial consultation. We offer nationwide representation throughout the United States including, but not limited to: Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Beverly Hills, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver, Detroit, Honolulu, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Palm Springs, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Riverside, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, Tampa–St. Petersburg and Washington, D.C. Bakhtiari & Harrison represents clients in FINRA arbitration and in state and federal courthouses nationwide.