Haselkorn & Thibaut, P.A., operating as Investment Fraud Lawyers, has initiated a formal investigation into Matt Greene (CRD# 3175382), a Covington, Louisiana-based financial advisor associated with LPL Financial and Pelican Advisory. This action underscores our steadfast commitment to helping investors identify signs of potential misconduct and pursue the recovery of losses arising from investment-related wrongdoing. If you believe you may have suffered damages as a result of Matt Greene’s financial guidance, we strongly encourage you to continue reading and contact us for a free consultation at 1-888-885-7162.
Who Is Matt Greene? Broker-Dealer Registration and Experience
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Matt Greene is currently registered as a broker with LPL Financial and serves as an investment advisor representative for Pelican Advisory in Covington, Louisiana. According to FINRA’s BrokerCheck records, Greene has accumulated 21 years of experience in the securities industry, with registrations in Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. His prior affiliations include Securities America, Credit Suisse Securities, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Banc One Capital Markets. Greene’s qualifications include:
- Securities Industry Essentials Examination (SIE)
- Uniform Combined State Law Examination (Series 66)
- Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination (Series 63)
- General Securities Representative Examination (Series 7)
With more than two decades in the securities industry, Greene’s professional background warrants careful review when allegations of misconduct arise.
Red Flags: The Investor Complaint Against Matt Greene
An investor complaint filed in March 2026 raises significant concerns regarding Matt Greene’s conduct while associated with LPL Financial. According to publicly available records, the complaint alleges that Greene failed to adequately disclose the risks associated with an investment recommendation. The complaint is currently listed as pending, and the amount of alleged damages has not been specified.
It is important to understand that a pending investor complaint does not establish liability or wrongdoing. However, allegations involving failure to disclose investment risks are serious and may indicate conduct that deserves closer scrutiny by current or prospective investors.
Transparency and full disclosure are fundamental obligations in the advisor-client relationship. When those standards are not met, investors may suffer significant financial harm, including unexpected losses and disruption to long-term financial goals.
Why This Type of Complaint Matters: FINRA Standards
Financial advisors associated with FINRA member firms, such as LPL Financial, are expected to observe high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade. Two FINRA rules are commonly implicated in matters involving alleged nondisclosure or misleading recommendations:
- FINRA Rule 2010: Requires associated persons to adhere to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade.
- FINRA Rule 2020: Prohibits manipulative, deceptive, or fraudulent devices, including material misrepresentations or omissions, in connection with securities transactions.
Where an advisor allegedly fails to disclose material investment risks, those facts may support claims for negligent misrepresentation, unsuitable recommendations, breach of fiduciary duty, or related causes of action, depending on the specific circumstances.
Publicly Reported Complaints, Regulatory Actions, and Other Disclosures
| Type | Date | Description / Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Investor Complaint | March 2026 |
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| Customer-Initiated Arbitration or Civil Suits | Based on the records referenced here | No additional matters reported in this summary |
| Regulatory Actions / Disciplinary Events | Based on the records referenced here | No additional matters reported in this summary |
| SEC Orders or Investigations | Based on the records referenced here | No additional matters reported in this summary |
| Bankruptcy or Financial Compromise | Based on the records referenced here | No additional matters reported in this summary |
| Media or Court Docket Suits | Based on the records referenced here | No additional matters reported in this summary |
Investors should independently review current disclosures through FINRA BrokerCheck and other public sources, as regulatory histories and complaint information can change over time.
Why Investors Should Pay Attention to Risk Disclosure Issues
All investments involve some degree of risk. When those risks are not fully explained, investors may make decisions without understanding the potential downside. Alleged inadequate risk disclosure can lead to:
- Unexpected portfolio losses
- Damage to retirement or income planning objectives
- Reduced ability to make informed investment decisions
These issues can be especially serious for retirees, conservative investors, or individuals who relied heavily on their advisor’s recommendation.
What You Can Do If You Experienced Losses With Matt Greene or LPL Financial
If you invested with Matt Greene and believe you were not adequately informed of the risks associated with an investment recommendation, you may wish to have your account and transaction history reviewed by counsel experienced in securities arbitration and investment loss claims.
- Call 1-888-885-7162 for a free consultation
- Request a review of your account statements, correspondence, and investment objectives
- Ask whether FINRA arbitration or other recovery options may be available in your situation
Prompt action may be important because legal and arbitration claims are subject to filing deadlines and other limitations.
For additional information regarding Matt Greene’s registration and disclosure history, review FINRA BrokerCheck.
If you have concerns about investment losses, unsuitable recommendations, or inadequate risk disclosures, contact Haselkorn & Thibaut, P.A. at 1-888-885-7162 for a free consultation.
