Last Updated: September 2025 — Laguna Hills, CA
Here’s what you need to know about Laguna Hills, CA, stockbroker Harrison Chi Chang:
- Name:Harrison Chi Chang
- Alias: Chi Chang, Harrison Chang
- Current Employer: Innovation Partners LLC (CRD #146344) — registered since June 18, 2024; branch at 5950 Fairview Rd, Suite 140, Charlotte, NC 28210. Also with IP Financial Advisory Services LLC (Laguna Hills, CA) since June 21, 2024.
- Prior Firms: Western International Securities, Inc. (12/2017–07/2024); J.P. Morgan Securities LLC (05/2016–06/2017); Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (12/2014–03/2016); Key West Investments, LLC (03/2011–10/2014); Citigroup Global Markets Inc. (05/2007–07/2008, Taipei); Prudential Equity Group, LLC (06/2004–10/2005, New York); Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. (07/2000–05/2004, New York & Singapore).
- Other Business Affiliations:Richbound (Laguna Hills, CA; non-investment related; owner).
- CRD number:4183646
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor:Yes — registered as a General Securities Representative; licensed in CA and TX.
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA:Yes
- Highest Award or Settlement:$300,000
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Chang, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money With Harrison C. Chang As Your Stockbroker?
Mr. Chang has been the subject of two FINRA arbitration claims while at Western International Securities, Inc.
- InApril 2025, customers alleged that Chang’s recommendations in corporate debt securities were unsuitable and misleading. The case (FINRA 25-00746) was settled in July 2025 for $170,000.
- InApril 2024, another customer alleged unsuitable and misleading recommendations in corporate debt securities between June 2018 and April 2020. The case (FINRA 24-00864) was settled in March 2025 for $300,000 .
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against Harrison C. Chang
- Unsuitability— both cases alleged unsuitable recommendations in corporate debt securities, potentially violating FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability).
- Misrepresentation / Misleading Recommendations— allegations that investments were misleading may implicate FINRA Rule 2020 (Use of Manipulative, Deceptive or Other Fraudulent Devices).
- Failure to Act in Client’s Best Interest— under SEC Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI, Exchange Act Rule 15l-1), brokers must act in the best interest of retail customers when making investment recommendations.
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Investigations involving other Western International Securities brokers
Our Investigations of other Innovation Partners Brokers
If you have suffered investment losses in an account handled by Harrison Chi Chang, contact us for a complimentary consultation with an experienced securities lawyer to learn how you may be able to recover damages through FINRA arbitration.
With offices in Boca Raton, FL, and Austin, TX, stockbroker fraud attorney Bob Rex provides representation to investors nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers, financial advisors, and broker-dealers.
If you have questions about how your account has been handled, call (877) 224-3199 to speak with an experienced securities attorney at no cost to you.
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