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James Eccleston Named 2026 Super Lawyer in Securities Litigation

Posted on January 26th, 2026 at 4:39 PM
James Eccleston Named 2026 Super Lawyer in Securities Litigation

Eccleston Law announces James Eccleston's selection to the 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers list, continuing a track record of excellence since 2005.

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Ex-Merrill Lynch Advisor to Appeal Ruling Dismissing ERISA Class Action

Posted on April 23rd, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Ex-Merrill Lynch Advisor to Appeal Ruling Dismissing ERISA Class Action

A former Merrill Lynch advisor plans to challenge a federal judge’s ruling that dismissed his proposed class action against the firm when it forfeited his deferred compensation.

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Former Morgan Stanley Advisor Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Multimillion-Dollar Fraud

Posted on April 21st, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Former Morgan Stanley Advisor Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Multimillion-Dollar Fraud

Jesus Rodriguez de la Cruz, a former Morgan Stanley advisor, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for orchestrating a complex fraud scheme that misappropriated millions from clients and the firm itself, AdvisorHub reports.

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Attorney Eccleston Receives Highest Rating in Legal and Ethical Standards

Posted on March 3rd, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Attorney Eccleston Receives Highest Rating in Legal and Ethical Standards

James Eccleston has been awarded an AV Preeminent rating, the highest possible recognition for legal ability and ethical standards. Managed by Martindale-Hubbell, this recognition signifies professional achievement in the legal community.

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James Eccleston Named 2025 Preeminent Attorney

Posted on January 2nd, 2025 at 4:10 PM
James Eccleston Named 2025 Preeminent Attorney

James Eccleston has been awarded the highest possible rating in legal ability by Martindale-Hubbell. 

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February 24, 2026
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Merrill Lynch has warned that the expanded use of artificial intelligence and machine learning introduces material operational, compliance, and cybersecurity risks for advisory firms.

February 23, 2026
Drive Planning Founder Pleads Guilty to $380 Million Ponzi Scheme

Todd Burkhalter, founder and chief executive officer of Drive Planning LLC, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after admitting he orchestrated a $380 million Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 2,000 investors.

February 20, 2026
Edward Jones Expands Equity-Style Awards to Thousands More Advisors

Edward D. Jones & Co. has expanded eligibility for its “profits interest” award, extending the equity-style incentive to thousands more advisors, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing reviewed by AdvisorHub.