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Protecting Clients from Investment Scams: What Every Small Firm Needs to Know Now

Investment fraud recognition, FINRA arbitration basics, and building referral networks with securities attorneys for small firm practitioners.

2025-11-19 13:00:00

Program Details

2025-11-19 13:00:00

Program Details

2025-11-19 13:00:00

Over 1,000+ webinars

2025-11-19 13:00:00

Course Overview

Spotting Investment Fraud and Building Referral Networks

2025-11-19 13:00:00

Participants will learn to identify investment fraud claims, understand FINRA arbitration processes, and develop referral relationships with securities attorneys. These skills enable proactive client protection and new revenue opportunities.

Format

CLE Credit

2h CLE Credits

Level

Intermediate

Length

2

Key topics that will be covered

01
Fraud Types
Third-party scams, alternative investments, excessive fees, and churning cases.
02
FINRA Arbitration
Binding arbitration resolves in 12-14 months with limited discovery and appeals.
03
Legal Claims
Breach of fiduciary duty, suitability violations, and Regulation Best Interest standards.
04
Case Evaluation
Viable cases require minimum $50,000-$100,000 losses with clear liability evidence.
05
Red Flags
Unusual withdrawals, high trading volume, and alternative investment concentrations signal problems.
06
Referral Networks
Partner with accountants and estate planners for 20-33% referral fee structures.

Program schedule

clock 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST

Spotting Investment Fraud Claims and Building Referral Networks

This session covers the major types of retirement and investment fraud cases, including third-party scams, alternative investments, and excessive trading. Attendees will learn how to separate strong claims from weak ones using dollar thresholds, liability analysis, and client profiles, while developing valuable referral relationships with specialized securities attorneys.

Adam GanaAdam Gana
Courtney M. WerningCourtney M. Werning
clock 2:00 pm - 2:10 pm EST

Networking Break Between Investment Fraud Sessions

A brief intermission allowing attendees to reflect on Session I material and prepare for the next segment. Use this time to network with colleagues and review key takeaways.

Adam GanaAdam Gana
Courtney M. WerningCourtney M. Werning
clock 2:10 pm - 3:10 pm EST

Investment Fraud Red Flags and Securities Arbitration Remedies

This session examines why investment fraud has reached epidemic proportions and explores the psychological tactics scammers use to exploit victims. Attendees will learn about financial institution supervisory obligations, trusted contact rules, and the practical aspects of pursuing claims through FINRA, AAA, and JAMS arbitration forums.

Adam GanaAdam Gana
Courtney M. WerningCourtney M. Werning
Adam Gana

Adam Gana

Gana Weinstein LLP

Courtney M. Werning

Courtney M. Werning

Meyer Wilson Werning

Adam Gana

Adam Gana

Gana Weinstein LLP

Adam Gana is the managing partner of Gana Weinstein LLP, focusing on securities arbitration, complex commercial and business litigation. He is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 20 years of experience representing over 3,000 investors.

Recognition & Leadership

Named in New York Super Lawyers in 2024 and Rising Stars for eight straight years (top 5% of attorneys), ranked AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell (highest honor offered), ranked by National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 attorneys in New York. Published in multiple peer reviewed journals, regularly quoted in Investment News, Financial News, Wall Street Journal, and Financial Advisor Magazine.

Professional Involvement

President of the Public Investor Advocates Bar Association - a national bar association of attorneys that represent investors throughout the United States. Spoken at dozens of conferences.

Experience

Over 20 years of experience as a trial lawyer, represented over 3,000 investors in state and federal trial and appellate courts, AAA, JAMS, NFA and FINRA. Served as part time adjunct professor for New York Law School in its clinical securities department. Arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association and FINRA.
Courtney M. Werning

Courtney M. Werning

Meyer Wilson Werning

Courtney Werning is a dedicated investment fraud attorney representing clients in complex disputes involving financial advisors, broker-dealers, and investment advisers, with expertise in fraud, Ponzi schemes, elder financial abuse, and unsuitable investments.

Recognition & Leadership

Frequent speaker and published author, presented at conferences hosted by PIABA, Ohio State Bar Association, and Mass Torts Made Perfect. Legal writing appeared in PIABA Bar Journal, Securities Arbitration Alert, and Ohio Securities Bulletin.

Professional Involvement

Director of PIABA, member of FINRA's National Mediation and Arbitration Committee.

Experience

Practice spans state and appellate courts as well as arbitration forums, with a strong record in cases involving fraud, Ponzi schemes, elder financial abuse, and unsuitable investments. Known for meticulous preparation and relentless attention to detail.
Adam Gana

Adam Gana

Gana Weinstein LLP

Adam Gana is the managing partner of Gana Weinstein LLP, focusing on securities arbitration, complex commercial and business litigation. He is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 20 years of experience representing over 3,000 investors.

Recognition & Leadership

Named in New York Super Lawyers in 2024 and Rising Stars for eight straight years (top 5% of attorneys), ranked AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell (highest honor offered), ranked by National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 attorneys in New York. Published in multiple peer reviewed journals, regularly quoted in Investment News, Financial News, Wall Street Journal, and Financial Advisor Magazine.

Professional Involvement

President of the Public Investor Advocates Bar Association - a national bar association of attorneys that represent investors throughout the United States. Spoken at dozens of conferences.

Experience

Over 20 years of experience as a trial lawyer, represented over 3,000 investors in state and federal trial and appellate courts, AAA, JAMS, NFA and FINRA. Served as part time adjunct professor for New York Law School in its clinical securities department. Arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association and FINRA.
Courtney M. Werning

Courtney M. Werning

Meyer Wilson Werning

Courtney Werning is a dedicated investment fraud attorney representing clients in complex disputes involving financial advisors, broker-dealers, and investment advisers, with expertise in fraud, Ponzi schemes, elder financial abuse, and unsuitable investments.

Recognition & Leadership

Frequent speaker and published author, presented at conferences hosted by PIABA, Ohio State Bar Association, and Mass Torts Made Perfect. Legal writing appeared in PIABA Bar Journal, Securities Arbitration Alert, and Ohio Securities Bulletin.

Professional Involvement

Director of PIABA, member of FINRA's National Mediation and Arbitration Committee.

Experience

Practice spans state and appellate courts as well as arbitration forums, with a strong record in cases involving fraud, Ponzi schemes, elder financial abuse, and unsuitable investments. Known for meticulous preparation and relentless attention to detail.

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AL2.0
AR2.0
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CA2.0
CO2.0
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DC
DE2.0
FL2.0
GA2.0
HI2.0
IA2.0
ID2.0
IL2.0
IN2.0
KS2.0
KY2.0
LA2.0
MA2.0
MD2.0
ME2.0
MI2.0
MN2.0
MO2.4
MS2.0
MT2.0
NC2.0
ND2.0
NE2.0
NH120.0
NJ2.0
NM2.0
NV2.0
NY2.0
OH2.0
OK2.5
OR2.0
PA2.0
RI2.5
SC2.0
SD2.0
TN2.0
TX2.0
UT2.0
VA2.0
VT2.0
WA2.0
WI1.0
WV2.4
WY2.0

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Trusted by Legal Professionals

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Trusted by Legal Professionals

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