Last updated: September 2025 — The Woodlands, Texas
Here’s what you need to know about this broker (The Woodlands, Texas)
- Name: John Ross Gascoyne
- Current Employer: Not currently registered with FINRA as a broker
- Prior Firms:
- Morgan Stanley, The Woodlands, TX (06/2009–01/2023)
- Morgan Stanley & Co. Incorporated, The Woodlands, TX (01/2009–06/2009)
- Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., Kingwood, TX (08/1988–01/2009)
- Blinder, Robinson & Co., Inc. (06/1988–07/1988)
- CRD number: 1837286
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor: Former registered representative/financial advisor; not currently registered
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA: Yes
- Highest Award of Settlement: $24,999
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Gascoyne, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money with John Ross Gascoyne?
According to his BrokerCheck report (CRD 1837286), a customer filed a FINRA arbitration in March 2023 (Case No. 23-00640) alleging (among other things) misrepresentation related to private equity/alternative investments in 2018–2020 while he was at Morgan Stanley. On February 21, 2025, Morgan Stanley settled for $24,999.
An earlier 1997 complaint alleging incorrect tax advice was settled for $15,000.
IN 2004 a customer alleged that Gascoyne made unauthorized trades in their account and made unsuitable investment recommendations. That case was denied by the company and the customer did not pursue the matter further.
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against John Ross Gascoyne
- Unsuitability — recommending investments inconsistent with a customer’s objectives can violate FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability) and Rule 2010 (Standards of Commercial Honor and Principles of Trade).
- Unauthorized Trading — placing trades without proper authorization can violate FINRA Rule 3260 (Discretionary Accounts) and Rule 2010.
Other Cases Involving Unauthorized Trading
How FINRA Arbitration Works
Most retail investors’ disputes with brokers are resolved through FINRA arbitration, a private forum where you can seek to recover losses for unsuitable recommendations, misrepresentations/omissions, unauthorized trading, or other misconduct. Claim filing deadlines (statutes of limitation/eligibility) can be short, so prompt evaluation is important.
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Gascoyne, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
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If you have suffered investment losses in an account handled by John Ross Gascoyne, 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.
Most cases are handled on a contingent fee basis, meaning that you do not pay legal fees unless we are successful.