Bakhtiari & Harrison partners Ryan Bakhtiari and David Harrison have been named Super Lawyers in the field of Securities law for 2023. Super Lawyers is a peer nominated list comprised of the top attorneys in their practice area.
Mr. Bakhtiari has appeared on the Super Lawyers Securities law list from 2014 to 2023 and 2005 to 2013 as a Super Lawyers Rising Star. Mr. Harrison has also appeared on the Super Lawyers list in the field of Securities law from 2015 to 2023 and 2007 to 2010 as a Super Lawyers Rising Star.
Bakhtiari & Harrison has a worldwide law practice representing individuals and institutions in disputes with Wall Street and the financial services industry. Attorneys for the firm regularly appear before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), as well as in numerous state and federal courts to resolve financial disputes between customers, employees, banks, brokerage firms, insurance companies and other members of the financial services industry.
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is a self-regulatory organization overseeing U.S. broker-dealers. It aims to protect investors by ensuring the securities industry operates fairly and honestly. FINRA writes and enforces rules governing broker-dealers, examines firms for compliance, and fosters market transparency. Additionally, it educates investors and provides dispute resolution services. By maintaining a robust regulatory framework, FINRA helps maintain market integrity and investor confidence. Broker-dealers and their registered representatives must adhere to FINRA’s standards, ensuring ethical conduct and financial responsibility in the securities industry.