Last Updated: November 2025 — Evanston, IL
Here’s what you need to know about Evanston, IL stockbroker Michael J. Collins:
- Name: Michael Jason Collins.
- Current Employer: Kingsbury Capital Investment Advisors, LLC — Financial Advisor/Investment Adviser Representative Primary office: 1560 Sherman Ave., Suite 510, Evanston, IL 60201.
- Prior Firms: Kingsbury Capital, Inc. (11/2017–11/2019, Evanston, IL); Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated (10/2010–10/2017, Chicago, IL); Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (06/2009–10/2010, Chicago, IL); Morgan Stanley & Co. Incorporated (04/2007–06/2009, Chicago, IL); Morgan Stanley DW Inc. (04/2004–04/2007, Chicago, IL); Citigroup Global Markets Inc. (11/1999–04/2004, New York, NY).
- Other Business Affiliations: Valence Partners LLC
- CRD number: 2915653.
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor: Former FINRA-registered broker; currently active as an investment adviser representative.
- Sanctioned by Securities Regulators: Yes
- Discharged by a Prior Employer: Yes.
- Highest Award or Settlement: $80,000
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Did You Lose Money With Michael J. Collins as Your Stockbroker?
- Regulatory Action (FINRA AWC): November 2019-FINRA accepted a settlement (AWC) in Case/Docket No. 2017056104801 finding that Mr. Collins participated in private securities transactions without providing prior notice to his member firm. The activity involved soliciting investments in a limited-liability company formed to operate a Chicago, Illinois restaurant. Sanctions: five-month suspension (11/18/2019–04/17/2020) in all capacities and $10,000 fine.
- Customer Dispute — Settled (Kingsbury Capital Investment Advisors, LLC): Written complaint received 02/18/2025, alleging over-concentration of an equity position. Settled 06/2025 for $80,000
- Customer Dispute — Settled (Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated): Complaint received 03/2018, alleging excessive fees in Unit Investment Trusts; settlement $18,538
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against Michael J. Collins
- Unsuitability / Over-concentration.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty / Best-Interest Obligations.
- Selling Away / Private Securities Transactions.
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