Haselkorn & Thibaut, P.A., operating as Investment Fraud Lawyers, has officially opened an investigation into Matt Greene (CRD# 3175382), a financial advisor based in Covington, Louisiana, currently registered with LPL Financial as a broker and with Pelican Advisory as an investment advisor.
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Overview: Matt Greene – LPL Financial Advisor in Covington, Louisiana
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Matt Greene is a registered broker with LPL Financial and serves as an investment advisor for Pelican Advisory. Based in Covington, Louisiana, Mr. Greene brings over 21 years of experience in the securities industry, holding credentials that include the Securities Industry Essentials Examination (SIE), Series 7, Series 63, and Series 66. He is licensed in multiple states, including Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
His registration history highlights tenure at several prominent financial institutions, such as Securities America, Credit Suisse Securities, JP Morgan, and Banc One Capital Markets, prior to joining LPL Financial in 2012.
Red Flags and Investor Complaint Against Matt Greene
As investor advocates, our firm is committed to transparency and helping investors recover their losses. We carefully review brokers’ backgrounds for any sign of risk or prior misconduct. The most recent development surrounding Matt Greene is a pending investor complaint, illustrating the importance of due diligence when considering or reviewing broker relationships.
| Issue | Description / Status |
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| Investor Complaint (Filed March 2026) | Alleges that Mr. Greene, as an LPL Financial representative, failed to adequately disclose the risks associated with an investment recommendation. Complaint status: Pending. Damages are currently unspecified. |
While only one customer complaint is currently disclosed, even a single allegation can affect investor confidence. Failure to disclose investment risks breaches a broker’s obligation under industry standards and puts clients’ funds at unnecessary risk. It can also signal potential pattern issues that may not yet be reflected in public complaints.
Regulatory Framework: FINRA Rules and Investment Advisor Accountability
- FINRA Rule 2010 mandates that brokers uphold “high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade.” Failure to disclose material risks or other unethical conduct is a violation of this rule and can render advisors liable for investor losses.
- FINRA Rule 2020 prohibits brokers from effecting transactions or recommending securities through “manipulative, deceptive, or other fraudulent devices.” This includes misrepresentations or omissions of material information, particularly information that is critical to investment decisions.
Any financial advisor who fails to uphold these rules exposes their clients to potential losses and may be subject to liability, regulatory action, and even civil damages if their actions result in client harm.
Review of Matt Greene’s Regulatory, Litigation, and Complaint History
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FINRA BrokerCheck remains the best resource for the most up-to-date record on brokers and advisors.
Current Complaint – Why This Matters to Investors
This March 2026 investor complaint against Matt Greene—alleging the failure to disclose investment risks—is particularly significant given the high standards required for advisor conduct. Failure to provide full transparency or misrepresentation of key risks can result in serious losses. Regulators and courts have previously held brokers accountable for similar violations, especially when investors rely on an advisor’s expertise and suffer as a result.
Although other records for Matt Greene appear generally clean as of this writing, investors should remain vigilant. Even one complaint can indicate risk exposure or emerging issues not yet visible in public records. Our investigation continues, as we know from decades in securities litigation that early complaints sometimes signal underlying patterns.
Our Commitment to Investors: How We Can Help
- We advocate for investors who have suffered losses due to inadequate disclosures or unsuitable investment recommendations.
- Our experience as former Wall Street defense attorneys gives us unique insight into how these claims are defended—and the best strategies to fight for recovery.
- We offer free, confidential consultations and work on a no recovery, no fee basis.
What To Do If You Have Concerns or Losses
If you believe you suffered losses with Matt Greene, LPL Financial, or any advisor who failed to disclose risks, it’s critical to act swiftly. Our attorneys are experienced in identifying broker misconduct and helping individual investors recover their lost funds. Our dual-insider approach allows us to fight for you with the same skill and knowledge that major firms once used to defend themselves.
Do not wait. Broker misconduct and omitted risk disclosures can be complex to prove. Our firm conducts in-depth forensic reviews of transaction histories and communications, and fights for you in arbitration or negotiations if warranted.
Contact us at 1-888-885-7162 or reach out for a FREE, confidential consultation to discuss your potential case. Let us help you pursue the recovery you deserve, with the confidence and determination that comes from our decades of experience and industry-leading results.
