Allegations from Customer

Irvine, California — In April 2025, a customer filed a FINRA arbitration claim against Western International Securities. The customer alleged that advisor Christopher Polimeni “converted customer’s assets by transferring them to a foundation” and alleges $1.6 million in damages, according to FINRA’s BrokerCheck. The complaint was still pending as of August 2025. The securities and investment fraud law firm of Israels & Neuman is investigating whether others may have lost money with this advisor.

Background on Christopher Polimeni

Polimeni was a representative of Western International Securities from August 2017 to June 2025. He is now affiliated with LPL Financial, since June 2025 and worked in an Irvine, California office.

Can Western International Securities Be Held Liable?

Under FINRA rules and regulations, brokerage firms like Western International Securities have an obligation to reasonably supervise the conduct of its financial advisors. Failures to adhere to these rules and regulations could lead to liability for investor losses.

We Help Investors Nationwide, Including in California

We represent investors throughout the United States as well as California, who have been victims of broker misconduct, unsuitable investment recommendations, and fraud. If you were a client of Christopher Polimeni and believe he acted improperly, you may be entitled to recover losses through FINRA arbitration.

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Christopher Polimeni of Western International Securities Facing a $1.6 Million Complaint