Bakhtiari & Harrison partners Ryan Bakhtiari and David Harrison have been named Super Lawyers in the field of Securities law for 2024. 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 2024 and 2005 to 2013 as a Super Lawyers Rising Star. Mr. Harrison has appeared on the Super Lawyers list in the field of Securities law from 2015 to 2024 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 law 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.
Bakhtiari & Harrison is an “AV” rated law firm, focused on the worldwide representation of 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.
We represent individuals and institutions in securities arbitration and litigation claims before FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority), AAA (American Arbitration Association), other arbitration providers and in state and federal courts. The firm represents financial services professionals, registered investment advisors and broker-dealers in employment matters, industry disputes and regulatory investigations.
FINRA arbitration is a dispute resolution process administered by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). It provides a forum for resolving monetary disputes between investors and securities firms or brokers without going to court. The process is generally faster and less formal than traditional litigation, and decisions are made by a panel of arbitrators who are knowledgeable in securities law and industry practices. Arbitration through FINRA is binding, meaning the decision is final and enforceable in court. This process is commonly used for disputes involving investment losses, unsuitable recommendations, or misrepresentation. Investors must agree to arbitration in their brokerage agreements, often as a condition of opening an account. While arbitration can be a more efficient way to resolve disputes, it also has limitations, such as limited appeal options and potentially high costs. Despite these challenges, FINRA arbitration remains a crucial mechanism for investor protection and dispute resolution in the securities industry.