William LaPato is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial services career in 1991 and specializes in helping clients develop wealth management strategies tailored to their individual needs. William emphasizes a comprehensive approach that starts with listening to clients to understand their goals and priorities, ensuring that financial solutions are aligned with what each client wants to achieve.
His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. William holds professional designations such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a bachelor's degree from Florida Atlantic University.
Outside of his professional role, William has personal interests in billiards, golfing, and skiing.