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also known as Carleton Law PLLC
Getting a call from FINRA or SEC Enforcement telling you that your work as a securities broker is under investigation could be the worst day of your life. You have worked hard for years building your business. Now, with one wrongful allegation you can see it all swept away. But with expert counsel, it does not have to end that way. Stockbrokers and FINRA members need expert, experienced counsel when facing an investigation or disciplinary matter from FINRA or the SEC.
For more than 30 years, Gary Carleton was the one conducting those investigations at FINRA and SEC and now his firm, Carleton Law PLLC, brings all that experience to bear to defend brokers and FINRA firms who find themselves in that dreaded position. With all that experience advocating for your side, you will be much better prepared to take on the regulators.
Gary uses his extensive experience to quickly assess the seriousness of the matter and begin to develop a plan to address a resolution with FINRA or the SEC. He will lay out that strategy in straightforward, understandable terms. For a detailed description of Gary’s background and qualifications, visit his website .
Gary also runs a blog on FINRA enforcement investigations and disciplinary actions. You can find his blog on his website.
Contact Gary’s office at to set up an appointment. Please be sure to leave your contact information for a return call or message within 48 hours.
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State: New York
Acquired: 1983
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2001 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite2D, Washington, DC, 20036
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Posted by Alex | June 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Financial Markets and Services
Great Experience!
I had the pleasure of working with Gary Carlton recently to resolve my 8210 request from FINRA, and I must say, he did an amazing job. From the very beginning, Gary demonstrated a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and provided expert guidance throughout the entire process. Gary's atte...
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President's Award, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
2019 - Present
Principal Attorney www.carletonlaw.net, Carleton Law PLLC
2018 - 2019
Managing Director, Washington Litigation and Mediation Group LLC
2001 - 2018
Senior Counsel, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (Finra)
1996 - 2001
Hearing Officer, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (Finra)
1989 - 1996
Senior Counsel, National Association Of Securities Dealers, Inc.
1986 - 1989
Senior Attorney, Securities & Exchange Commission
1982 - 1986
Senior Trial Assistant District Attorney, Kings County (Brooklyn) District Attorney
2019 - Present
Capitol Hill Community FoundationDirector, Board of Directors
2018 - Present
The American Pops OrchestraVice President, Director, Board of Directors
2018 - 2022
Americans United for Separation of Church and StateTrustee, Board of Trustees
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
AB Political Science
2020
2020
2020
2020
English
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