According to FINRA, Jeremy W. Fortner has been suspended from association with any FINRA member firm for failure to comply with an arbitration award pursuant to FINRA Rule Series 9554.

The suspension began on February 24, 2025. The underlying arbitration case was FINRA Arbitration Case #24-02102. The suspension will remain in effect until the individual satisfies the arbitration award or reaches an agreement with the claimant.

FINRA arbitration provides investors with a relatively efficient forum for resolving disputes with brokers and firms. When investors win awards, they expect to be paid. Rule 9554 helps enforce arbitration awards by imposing professional consequences on individuals who fail to pay.

What Investors Can Learn: If you have a dispute with your broker that cannot be resolved directly, FINRA arbitration is available. While the arbitration process can provide compensation for losses caused by broker misconduct, collecting awards can sometimes be challenging. Rule 9554 suspensions are one tool available to help ensure compliance.