Haselkorn & Thibaut, a national investment fraud law firm, has opened an investigation into Meridian, Idaho financial advisor Jason Hawke (CRD# 4177415) following multiple investor complaints and regulatory disclosures. Our firm is reviewing potential claims related to unsuitable investment recommendations and other concerning conduct patterns that have emerged from his 24-year career in the securities industry.
Current Registration and Background
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Jason Hawke currently maintains dual registrations, serving as a broker with DH Hill Securities since 2020 and operating as an investment advisor through Hawke Financial Group since 2019. His extensive industry background includes registrations with several firms throughout his career, including National Securities Corporation, Newbridge Securities Corporation, JP Turner & Company, LPL Financial Corporation, World Group Securities, and WMA Securities.
Mr. Hawke holds licenses in Idaho, Nevada, Ohio, Texas, and Utah, demonstrating his broad geographic reach in serving clients across multiple states. His professional credentials include passing nine securities industry qualifying examinations, ranging from the Series 7 General Securities Representative exam to various principal-level qualifications.
Recent Investor Complaint Raises Serious Concerns
The most troubling development involves a July 2025 investor complaint alleging $200,000 in damages stemming from an allegedly unsuitable fee simple investment recommendation made while representing DH Hill Securities. This pending complaint represents the largest damage claim in Mr. Hawke’s regulatory history and warrants careful attention from current and former clients.
Fee simple investments, which typically involve direct real estate ownership, carry unique risks that may not be suitable for all investors. When financial advisors recommend such investments without properly assessing client risk tolerance, investment objectives, and overall financial situations, they may breach their duty to provide suitable investment advice.
Pattern of Investor Complaints
Our investigation reveals a concerning pattern of investor complaints spanning over a decade:
| Year Filed | Allegation | Firm | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Unsuitable fee simple investment | DH Hill Securities | Pending ($200,000 alleged) |
| 2020 | Unsuitable private placement | National Securities | $45,000 settlement (2021) |
| 2014 | Misrepresentation, unsuitable investments, negligence, fraud, fiduciary breach | JP Turner & Company | $17,500 settlement (2015) |
This pattern reveals recurring themes of allegedly unsuitable investment recommendations across different firms and time periods. The total settlements and alleged damages exceed $262,500, suggesting significant investor harm.
Termination from National Securities
Perhaps equally concerning is Mr. Hawke’s 2019 termination from National Securities Corporation. According to regulatory records, the firm discharged him for allegedly “failing to notify the Firm prior to engaging in Private Securities Transactions in accordance with the Firm’s policies and procedures.”
Private securities transactions, often called “selling away,” occur when registered representatives engage in securities transactions outside their firm’s supervision. This practice denies investors the protections of firm oversight and compliance procedures, potentially exposing them to increased risks.
Red Flags for Investors
Several red flags emerge from our analysis that investors should carefully consider:
- Multiple investor complaints alleging unsuitable investments across different firms
- Escalating damage amounts from $17,500 to $200,000 in recent complaints
- Termination for alleged policy violations regarding private securities transactions
- Pattern of settlements suggesting merit to investor claims
- Involvement with complex products including private placements and fee simple investments
Understanding Your Rights as an Investor
If you’ve worked with Jason Hawke or DH Hill Securities, you have important rights. Financial advisors owe fiduciary duties to their clients, including:
- Duty of Care: Advisors must exercise reasonable care and diligence in making investment recommendations
- Suitability Obligations: All investment recommendations must align with your financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment objectives
- Full Disclosure: Advisors must disclose all material facts about investments, including risks and conflicts of interest
- Fair Dealing: All transactions must be conducted fairly and in your best interests
When advisors breach these duties, investors may suffer significant financial losses. The good news is that securities laws provide avenues for recovery through FINRA arbitration.
What Should You Do Now?
If you’ve invested with Jason Hawke through DH Hill Securities, Hawke Financial Group, or any of his previous firms, consider taking these steps:
1. Review your account statements carefully for any unauthorized transactions or unexpected losses
2. Gather all investment documentation including account opening forms, correspondence, and confirmations
3. Document any verbal promises or representations made about your investments
4. Calculate your investment losses including both realized and unrealized losses
5. Seek professional legal guidance to understand your recovery options
Time Limits Apply to Investment Loss Claims
It’s crucial to understand that strict time limits apply to investment loss claims. FINRA eligibility rules generally require claims to be filed within six years of the event giving rise to the claim. However, various factors can affect these deadlines, making prompt action essential.
How Haselkorn & Thibaut Can Help
With over 50 years of experience representing investors nationwide, Haselkorn & Thibaut has achieved a 98% success rate in helping clients recover investment losses. Our team has recovered millions of dollars for investors harmed by unsuitable recommendations, misrepresentations, and other advisor misconduct.
We understand the frustration and financial stress that investment losses cause. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis – if we don’t recover money for you, you pay us nothing. This ensures that all investors have access to quality legal representation regardless of their current financial situation.
Our investigation into Jason Hawke and DH Hill Securities continues as we gather information to help affected investors. If you’ve suffered losses or have concerns about your investments with Mr. Hawke, we encourage you to contact us for a free, confidential consultation.
Don’t wait to protect your financial future. Call Haselkorn & Thibaut today at 1-888-885-7162 for your free consultation. Our experienced investment fraud attorneys will review your situation, explain your legal options, and help you understand the best path forward for recovering your losses. Remember, there’s no cost for the consultation and no fee unless we recover money for you.
