The rule is more vulnerable than a similar Obama-era edict that was overturned by the courts, the financial industry law firm says.
The acquisition of management-owned Envoi of Minneapolis is expected to close in the third quarter.
The Glaser Group of Nashville, Tenn., is led by Louis Glaser with his two sons as vice presidents.
Other firms in the Focus network could merge if that's what they want, CEO Michael Nathanson said.
Investors in small retirement plans and those who roll over into annuities will reap the greatest savings, researchers found.
AmeriFlex is aiming to reach gender parity among its partner advisors.
The advisors contend they were victimized by the failed bank.
Despite the exodus talk, New York City's residents still have more wealth than those in other metros.
The dual industry and client retirement waves could be a boon for advisors who want to grow their business.
The transaction raised questions about consolidation of other Focus firms.
Landau Wealth Partners is led by longtime Morgan Stanley advisors Adam Landau and Ramy Georgy.
Other industry opponents to the new fiduciary requirements have hinted they will mount their own legal challenges.
The trust company accused the advisors of departing and subsequently stealing its clients.
Market timing leads to unnecessary losses, the company's research arm says.
The competition for ETF research platforms catering to RIAs is heating up.
The CFP Board has also expressed support for the rule, while the FPA has raised issues about compliance costs.
She alleges the firm coerced her into quitting her job after her illness.
Some of Surage Perera's victims lost their life savings or had to delay their retirements, prosecutors said.
Such activities need to be specific and scripted to avoid violations, an industry attorney warned.
The Money Advisor Group raises BIP's assets to $3.3 billion and expands its Georgia footprint.