Last Updated: February 2026 — Edwardsville, IL / Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Here’s what you need to know about Edwardsville, IL & Santa Rosa Beach, FL stockbroker John Eric Suess:
- Name: John Eric Suess
- Current Employer: Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated — 600 Country Club View, Suite 5, Edwardsville, IL 62025
- Prior Firms:
- Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC (2008–2014)
- G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. (1999–2008)
- CRD Number: 1950146
- Other Business Affiliation: Bob Emig Foundation, Maryville, IL
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor:Yes — General Securities Representative (Series 7; Series 63; Series 66; SIE)
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA:Yes
- Current Customer Dispute Seeks Total Damages of:$200,000
Mr. Suess has been registered with Stifel since January 2014 and is currently licensed in 20 U.S. states and territories. He has been in the securities industry since 1999.
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Suess, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money With John Suess As Your Stockbroker?
Mr. Suess’ record reflects three customer disputes — two closed matters and one pending FINRA arbitration.
A FINRA arbitration filed by a customer of Stifel Nicolaus in August 2025 (Case No. 25-01723) alleges multiple causes of action, including breach of contract and warranties, violation of state securities statutes and common law fraud. Damages of $200,000 are sought in this pending matter.
While at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, a customer’s daughter alleged that Mr. Suess engaged in options trading for the purpose of generating commissions and failed to properly explain the investments. The firm denied the allegations, and the customer did not pursue the matter further.
While associated with A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc., a customer alleged unsuitable investments in listed equity securities between 2001 and 2003 causing damages of $550,000. The matter was closed and the customer did not pursue the matter further.
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against John Suess
- Unsuitability— FINRA Rule 2111 requires that investment recommendations be suitable based on a client’s financial profile.
- Failure to Know the Customer— FINRA Rule 2090 (Know Your Customer Rule) requires brokers to use reasonable diligence to understand essential customer facts.
- Misrepresentation / Omission— FINRA Rule 2020 prohibits misleading statements or omissions of material facts.
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