Last Updated: October 2025 — Houston, TX
Here’s what you need to know about Houston, TX stockbroker John P. Donnelly:
- Name: John Patrick Donnelly. CRD #2374887.
- Current Employer: Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (CRD #7691). Registered since Oct. 13, 2001. Primary branch listed at 2800 Post Oak Blvd., Houston, TX 77056.
- Prior Firms: Chase Securities of Texas, Inc. (Houston, TX) — 07/1993 to 09/2001.
- CRD number: 2374887.
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor: Yes — General Securities Representative & Principal; also an Investment Adviser Representative (TX since 10/13/2001; FL since 08/09/2024).
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA: Yes
- Highest Award of Settlement: $46,687
- Current Customer Dispute Seeks Total Damages of: Not specified in the most recent arbitration/court filings reported
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Donnelly, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money With John P. Donnelly As Your Stockbroker?
Below are customer disputes and outcomes reported on BrokerCheck.
- Customer Complaint — Settled (received Jan. 14, 2000; Chase Securities of Texas, Inc.) — Alleged unauthorized purchase of an FHLMC bond; Settled Mar. 22, 2000 for $46,687
- Customer Complaint — Settled ; Chase Securities of Texas, Inc.— Alleged nondisclosure tied to an FHLMC bond; Settled June 11, 1999 for $11,318
Five other customer disputes against Donnelly were either withdrawn, dismissed or denied by the company.
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against John P. Donnelly
- Unauthorized Trading — A 2000 complaint alleged an unauthorized FHLMC bond purchase (ultimately settled without individual contribution). Unauthorized trading can implicate FINRA Rule 3260 (Discretionary Accounts)and FINRA Rule 2010.
- Failure to Disclose / Misrepresentation — A 1999 complaint alleged nondisclosure and was settled; failure to disclose material risks may violate FINRA Rule 2020 and Rule 2010.
- Failure to Follow Client Instructions / Documentation Issues — 2023–2020 matters alleged failures regarding IRA beneficiary designations; for retail customers, recommendations and account handling are also evaluated under SEC Regulation Best Interest (Exchange Act Rule 15l-1).
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