Paul Lawrence Pristavec
Advisor at Merrill — Staten Island, NY South Ave
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Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Experience Industry experience
29 years
Location
Staten Island, NY 10314
Merrill
Institution
Paul Pristavec is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 1993, he has advised affluent families and high net worth individuals beginning in 1996. He also collaborates with an institutional consulting group to provide guidance to nonprofit organizations. His client focus areas include college education planning, retirement income, portfolio management, and investment strategies for both individuals and corporate clients.
Paul holds a bachelor's degree in Business from Wagner College and maintains several professional credentials, including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC) designation, Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and FINRA registrations Series 7, 31, 63, and 65, as well as a Life Insurance Planning License. He emphasizes a personalized approach, working one-on-one with clients to develop financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals.
Residing in the Tottenville section of Staten Island with his wife Dana and their six children, Paul is active in his community. He coaches multiple youth sports teams and is involved with the Catholic Youth Organization and the Cristian Rivera Foundation. His personal interests include sports, travel, music, and spending time with his family.
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Staten Island, NY South Ave
900 South Ave
Staten Island NY 10314
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16
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29 years of industry experience
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2010 - Present • 16 years
Staten Island, NY
Merrill
1993 - Present • 33 years
Staten Island, NY
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