Complaints Against Michael B. Christiansen

Investors can review the disciplinary history of a financial advisor at www.brokercheck.finra.org.  BrokerCheck discloses that Michael Christiansen has been the subject of two customer complaints (See link below).  One customer case from 2001 settled for $8,000.  Another customer complaint was made in 2010, alleging unauthorized trading of a mutual fund.  The case was settled for $5,000.

Background on Michael Christiansen

Christiansen has been a representative of LPL Financial since January 2015 and has worked for a number of other firms since 2000.  He now works in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.   He operates Christiansen Wealth Management.

Can LPL Financial Be Held Liable for Customer Losses?

Under FINRA rules and regulations, brokerage firms like LPL Financial have an obligation to reasonably supervise the conduct of its financial advisors.  Failure to adhere to these rules and regulations could lead to a firm’s liability for investor losses.

Israels & Neuman Helps Investors in Idaho

Our firm represents investors throughout the United States as well as Idaho, who have been victims of broker misconduct, unsuitable investment recommendations, and fraud.  We’ve represented clients who have lost money in stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and in precious metal investments like silver and gold.  As the price of silver has lost over 40% since January 2026, investments in silver have also lost considerable value.

If you were a client of Michael B. Christiansen and believe he acted improperly, you may be entitled to recover losses through FINRA arbitration.

• View his BrokerCheck Report

Contact Israels & Neuman for a Free Consultation

All of our arbitration cases are taken on a contingency fee basis, meaning no up-front costs to you. 

Call us today at (720) 599-3505 or (206) 795-5798 or fill out our contact form to learn more about your rights.

COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO Did you invest with financial advisor John Marcheso, currently affiliated with Centaurus Financial in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho? According to BrokerCheck, Marcheso has been the subject of four customer complaints filed within the last four years. The complaints make allegations regarding investments in oil and gas investments and real estate investments.

The most recent complaint was made in December 2023, alleging losses in illiquid real estate investments. The case is still pending with FINRA arbitration.

John Marcheso has been licensed with Centaurus Financial from 2000 to the present. He works in offices in Coeur D’Alene and Rathdrum, Idaho

The securities and investment fraud law firm of Israels & Neuman has offices in Denver, Seattle, Phoenix, and Ann Arbor, and we regularly represent investors in Idaho and eastern Washington. We also have previously represented numerous investors against countless securities brokerage firms around the country, including against Centaurus Financial.

View BrokerCheck Report HERE.

If you lost money with John Marcheso or Centaurus Financial, please Contact Us at 206-795-5798 for a free evaluation of your case.