Co-Counsel (for attorneys)

Co-Counsel in Securities Arbitration: Partner with Iorio Law PLLC

Leverage Our Expertise in Specific Securities Arbitration to Strengthen Your Case and Maximize Recovery.

Iorio Law PLLC welcomes opportunities to collaborate with other attorneys and law firms as co-counsel in complex securities arbitration matters nationwide. If your firm has a client with a significant investment loss claim but seeks to enhance its resources or specialized knowledge in the niche area of FINRA arbitration and securities litigation, partnering with us can provide a distinct advantage.

August M. Iorio, founder of Iorio Law PLLC, brings over a decade of concentrated experience in securities arbitration, a track record of recovering nearly $100 million for investors, and a history of successfully litigating against major financial institutions, including a landmark victory against Robinhood Financial. We understand the intricacies of these cases and are prepared to work alongside you to achieve the best possible outcome for your client.

We are committed to adding value to your client’s case while maintaining open communication and transparency with your firm throughout the process

Why Partner with Iorio Law PLLC as Co-Counsel?

• Proven Track Record: Successfully represented clients in over 700 securities arbitration cases nationwide.
• Specialized Knowledge: We bring a deep understanding of securities laws, FINRA rules and procedures, financial products, and effective arbitration strategies. This can be an invaluable supplement to your firm’s strengths.
• Proven Arbitration and Trial Prowess: Our firm is built on a foundation of aggressive, meticulous, and strategic advocacy. We prepare every case as if it will proceed to a final hearing and have a strong record of success in arbitration.
• Client-Centric Approach: We ensure that all strategic decisions in a co-counsel relationship are laser-focused on the client’s specific objectives and best interests. This shared priority fosters smoother collaboration, aligns litigation goals between partnering firms, and ultimately directs our collective efforts towards achieving the most favorable and personalized outcome for the individual we jointly represent. When the client’s needs are the undisputed focal point, strategic alignment and effective teamwork naturally follow.
• Navigating Complex Cases: We have experience handling high-stakes, document-intensive cases involving sophisticated financial instruments and determined opposition. Our involvement can provide the focused expertise needed for these demanding situations

• Flexible and Tailored Arrangements: We understand that each case and co-counsel relationship is unique. We are flexible in structuring roles, responsibilities, and fee-sharing agreements to align with the best interests of the client and the strengths of each firm, always in compliance with ethical guidelines.
• Ethical Collaboration: Fee-sharing arrangements compliant with New York’s Rules of Professional Conduct and other applicable state bar rules.

Ideal Scenarios for a Co-Counsel Partnership

We are particularly well-suited to collaborating on cases where:

• Your firm has a strong client relationship and a meritorious securities claim but desires experience in FINRA arbitration proceedings.
• The case involves complex financial products or requires an in-depth analysis of trading strategies and suitability.
• The opposition is a large, well-funded financial institution, requiring reinforcements and securities arbitration experience.
• You are seeking to maximize the value of a case by partnering with a firm with a proven record of substantial recoveries in securities matters.
• A joint venture allows for the most efficient and effective prosecution of the client’s claims.

Our Commitment in Co-Counsel Relationships

When you choose to co-counsel with Iorio Law PLLC, you can expect:

• Transparency and Open Communication: We maintain clear and consistent communication with our co-counsel partners throughout the case lifecycle.
• Mutual Respect and Collaboration: We value the knowledge and insights of our co-counsel and strive to foster a collaborative environment that promotes shared goals.
• Ethical Fee Sharing: All fee-sharing arrangements will be clearly documented and will comply with all applicable rules of professional conduct and state bar rules, including client consent.
• A Shared Focus on the Client’s Best Interests: Our primary objective is always to secure the maximum possible recovery and the best outcome for the client.

Our Role in Co-Counsel Arrangements

We offer flexible co-counsel arrangements to suit your firm’s needs. Whether you seek our firm to lead the case with our specialized knowledge in securities arbitration or to provide specific support in areas such as discovery, legal research, or hearing representation, we are here to complement your efforts. Our goal is to maximize the value we bring to your client’s case while fostering a strong, collaborative relationship with your firm.

Core Practice Areas

We handle a wide range of securities arbitration claims, including:

• Unsuitable Investment Recommendations and Violations of Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI)
• Misrepresentation and Omissions of Material Facts, and Securities Fraud.
• Churning and Excessive Trading
• Breach of Fiduciary Duty
• Unauthorized Trading
• Failure to Supervise by Brokerage Firms
• Selling Away
• Failure to Diversify and Overconcentration of Accounts
• Ponzi Schemes and Fraudulent Investment Vehicles
• Financial Elder Abuse
• Negligence or Fraud Involving Complex Products like Non-Traded REITs, Private Placements, Leveraged ETFs, Delaware Statutory Trusts, and Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds
• Any Dispute with a Stockbroker, Investment Advisor, or Financial Institution.

Contact Us to Discuss Co-Counsel Opportunities

If you are an attorney or law firm considering a co-counsel relationship to enhance your capabilities in a securities arbitration case, we invite you to connect with us. Let’s discuss how our combined strengths can lead to a successful resolution for your client.

We look forward to the prospect of collaborating with you and your firm.

How to reach us:

• Phone: 646-330-4624
• Email: info@iorio.law
• Online Form: Contact Form

Based in New York, NY, we proudly serve clients nationwide.