Erez Law, PLLC, a national investment fraud law firm based in Miami, Florida, has established itself as the leading advocate for investors in FINRA arbitration and complex securities disputes throughout the United States. The firm's exclusive focus on representing investors in cases involving broker misconduct, unsuitable investment recommendations, and other forms of financial exploitation has resulted in historic financial recoveries, demonstrating the critical role of specialized legal representation in holding major financial institutions accountable.
The firm's track record is unparalleled, having recovered more in FINRA arbitration trials against brokerage firms than any other law firm in history. This distinction underscores a commitment to thorough preparation and a willingness to take complex cases through final hearing rather than seeking early compromise. Significant recoveries illustrate the firm's impact, including a $16,000,000 recovery for an investor from a major brokerage firm and a $14,200,000 award in Louis R. Deluca, Elizabeth Deluca and UBS, Inc. v. Stifel, Nicolaus & Co., Inc., Case No. 23-01288.
One landmark case, Oren v. UBS, exemplifies the firm's approach to complex proprietary product litigation. Erez Law represented John and Elise Oren in a FINRA arbitration concerning UBS's sale of its proprietary YES investment strategy, which was marketed as a low-risk options overlay but was, in reality, a high-risk directional iron condor approach. After an eight-day trial in Houston, Texas, the arbitration panel awarded the Orens $3.8 million, including compensation for losses, benefit of the bargain damages, prejudgment interest, and attorney's fees. The panel also found a violation of the Texas Securities Act, marking a significant victory for investors misled by sophisticated financial products.
Other notable recoveries include a $13,500,000 recovery for an investor from a major brokerage firm, $4,200,000 in Puerto Rico Investors v. UBS Financial Services, Inc. and UBS Financial Services of Puerto Rico, Inc., Case No. 16-0071, and the aforementioned $3,800,000 in Oren v. UBS. These results collectively exceed $50 million, providing tangible restitution to investors who suffered significant financial harm.
The importance of this legal work extends beyond individual recoveries. As financial products become more sophisticated, the potential for investor exploitation increases. Erez Law envisions a future where investment fraud litigation evolves through deeper financial analysis, strategic trial preparation, and a steadfast commitment to pursuing full evidentiary hearings when necessary. This proactive stance is crucial for maintaining market integrity and protecting investors from misconduct by large brokerage firms with substantial resources.
For individual investors, the firm's success signals that recourse is available even against powerful financial institutions. The recoveries demonstrate that arbitration panels and courts can deliver substantial awards when misconduct is proven, which may encourage other defrauded investors to seek legal redress. For the financial industry, these outcomes serve as a deterrent, emphasizing that misleading sales practices and unsuitable recommendations carry significant financial and reputational risks.
By concentrating its practice solely on investor representation, Erez Law ensures its resources are dedicated to achieving justice for those wronged by the financial system. The firm's record recoveries and forward-looking vision highlight the ongoing need for vigilant, expert legal advocacy to balance the power dynamic between individual investors and large brokerage firms, ultimately contributing to fairer and more transparent financial markets.
