Hingham, MA Derby St Office

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Firm-wide stats for Merrill

Total advisors

25,610

Across 3,194 offices

Clients per advisor

70 Very Low

Avg AUM per client

$860,085 Very High

HNW client ratio

29% High

About

Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program. The firm offers model‑based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal Chief Investment Office (CIO) teams and third‑party style managers and implements trading, account administration and custody support for individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, pension and profit‑sharing plans, corporations and charitable organizations.

Portfolio implementation varies by Strategy: some are model‑based where MAA implements CIO or style manager models, while others authorize third‑party Discretionary Managers to execute trades directly; the CIO also uses strategic and tactical asset allocation and offers “tax aware” versions of related strategies for higher tax‑sensitivity investors. Cash allocations are typically swept through the Bank’s Cash Sweep Program or invested in money market alternatives, and clients can request reasonable investment restrictions (which MAA may accept or decline and may have limited effect where Funds are used).

Several features in the brochure distinguish Merrill from many peers: as part of the Bank of America group it has affiliates that operate in swaps and derivatives markets and it has disclosed planned arrangements to receive “Support Fees” and to offer optional Data Analytics to third‑party firms beginning January 1, 2027 (the brochure notes Merrill will not receive Support Fees for accounts enrolled in the SPS Program). The firm also discloses multiple SEC administrative orders and related enforcement matters (including a 2025 order with a $25 million civil penalty related to cash sweep disclosures), and the Program materials do not present the SPS service as a source of standalone financial planning.

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Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

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Location

101 Derby St

Hingham MA 02043

Advisors at this office

35

Advisors at this office

Gary F

Series 63, Series 65

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Gary Ferreira is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2004, he has dedicated over 38 years to providing financial advice and wealth management services to high net worth families, corporate executives, business owners, family foundations, and non-profit organizations. His approach includes developing customized financial strategies focused on wealth preservation, growth, and transfer, while collaborating closely with clients' tax and legal advisors. Gary holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (CRPC®), CERTIFIED PRIVATE WEALTH ADVISOR® (CPWA®), and Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®). He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics from Boston College in 1984 and remains active in the Boston College Alumni Community. His client focus areas encompass college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and personalized wealth approaches for women. Beyond his professional work, Gary volunteers with community organizations and supports children's causes such as St. Jude's Children's Hospital and Shriners Hospitals for Children. He enjoys activities including cooking, fishing, football, and yoga.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General retirement planning

Sabrina R

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Sabrina Roberts is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. Her career includes roles in branch management, project management, and wealth management at the Bank of America legacy companies and Merrill. She has specialized in working closely with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, providing personalized service, strategic guidance, and executing comprehensive financial strategies. Sabrina holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Boston University and is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Additionally, she is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Known for her ability to build strong relationships and connect resources effectively, she focuses on balancing long-term financial objectives with actionable steps to achieve meaningful results. Residing in the South Shore of Massachusetts with her husband, Sabrina enjoys running, cooking, and hiking with her Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Wealth management Married/Couples/Partners Parents Mid-Career Professionals

Anthony F

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Anthony M. Florio serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been employed since 1998. His practice primarily focuses on providing financial services to medical professionals, attorneys, and business executives. He assists clients in developing tax-efficient portfolios, income strategies, and retirement planning tailored to the needs of individuals, their families, and businesses. Anthony holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Stonehill College and has obtained several professional certifications, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designations. He is also engaged with Stonehill College through participation on the Business Visiting Committee. He emphasizes service and trust in his practice, aiming to understand each client's specific concerns and aspirations to develop personalized financial strategies. Anthony's approach is guided by the philosophy of working closely with clients one-on-one to pursue their long-term goals. Outside of his professional activities, his personal interests include biking, gardening, and hiking.

Retirement income strategy Income planning General tax planning Wealth management Retirement withdrawal strategies Attorney Doctor or Medical Professional Executive
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Robert O

Series 63

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Robert O'Brien Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 63 designation and 35 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1993 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Gregory S

Series 63, Series 65

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Gregory Simmons is an International Wealth Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 42 years of professional experience, he works with individuals, families, charitable organizations, and retirement accounts to develop and implement investment plans aimed at managing and growing wealth. His approach centers on understanding each client’s financial priorities by listening carefully to their current situations, future objectives, and potential concerns to create customized strategies aligned with their financial and life goals. Greg holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Nazarene College and completed his high school education in Melrose, Massachusetts. His areas of expertise include college education planning, retirement income and planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Outside of his professional role, Gregory Simmons lives on Boston's South Shore with his wife, Terry. His personal interests include football, reading, and spending time with his family.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)

Christopher F

Series 63, Series 65

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Christopher Fahey is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 1999. He specializes in advanced wealth management strategies for families and business owners, with client focus areas including Family Wealth Management Strategies, Personal Retirement Planning, and Sports & Entertainment. Chris has over 25 years of experience in financial services and has been a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional since 1998. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. He also carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Chris lives in Mashpee, MA with his wife Tracey. His personal interests include fishing, golfing, hiking, music, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Wealth management General retirement planning Married/Couples/Partners Parents

Frank O

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Frank O'Brien III is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is a partner of the Fahey/O'Brien Group and has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management for over twenty-five years. Frank focuses on understanding what is most important to his clients to deliver tailored planning and investment management strategies aimed at achieving their life goals. His expertise includes legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, sports and entertainment wealth management, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Frank holds professional designations including Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Frank received his Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Lake Forest College. Outside of his professional role, he is involved in coaching hockey and soccer and lives in Hingham, MA with his wife Amy and their three children.

Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Tax-loss harvesting Financial Professional
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Paul N

Series 63, Series 65

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Paul Nylen is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on developing personalized financial strategies tailored to each client's unique goals and changing market conditions. Paul leverages investment insights from Merrill and access to banking and lending solutions through Bank of America to support his clients’ wealth management needs. He holds the professional designations of CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Paul earned a Bachelor's Degree from Boston College and a Doctorate from Suffolk Law School.

Wealth management

Sean L

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Sean Lynch is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works closely with clients to develop and implement comprehensive financial plans tailored to their individual goals. He specializes in equity compensation services, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. Sean holds a bachelor's degree in Finance and Economics from the University of Vermont. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER40 certification, the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. His professional expertise encompasses 401(k) distribution options, investment management, retirement, trust and estate planning services, education planning through 529 plans, various lending options including residential, commercial, and securities based lending, as well as private banking and insurance services. Sean is a member of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and participates in related community involvement activities. In his personal time, he enjoys biking, camping, fishing, hiking, listening to music, running marathons, skiing, skydiving, and spending time with his family.

Retirement income strategy Wealth management College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Long-term care insurance Roth conversion strategy
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Kathleen L

Series 63, Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Kathleen Langrill is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Hingham, MA. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 38 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2017, following a brief period at Bank of America, N.A. Langrill serves as a power of attorney in an unrelated business activity. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Bryan T

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Bryan Turner is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to understand their personal and financial priorities, developing personalized strategies to help them pursue their financial goals. His approach focuses on clear communication and building trusted relationships to support clients through complex investment and wealth planning decisions. Turner's expertise spans college education planning, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Plymouth State University. Outside of his professional work, Turner enjoys basketball, boating, cooking, football, golfing, ice hockey, music, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Divorce financial planning Exec comp design General retirement planning Retirement income strategy
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Donald M

Series 63, Series 65

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Donald Mc Donough III is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 36 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2015. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Leo T

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Leo Tang is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of experience at the firm and five years in the industry. He holds a Series 66 designation and is based in Hingham, MA. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Gary P

Series 63, Series 65

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Gary Peirce is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing a comprehensive approach to managing wealth by developing personalized financial strategies tailored to each client's unique family situation and financial goals. His services include access to Merrill's investment insights and the banking convenience and lending solutions of Bank of America. Gary’s areas of focus encompass executive compensation, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Providence College. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Gary participates in community volunteer activities, reflecting Merrill Lynch’s tradition of community involvement. Outside of work, he has interests in adventure sports, biking, boating, chess, cooking, and skiing.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Charitable giving & philanthropy Tax-loss harvesting
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Benjamin M

Series 66

Hingham, MA

Merrill

Benjamin Martin is a financial advisor with Merrill in Hingham, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and tax preparation with VITA. Merrill serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage execution, and custody services. The firm leverages extensive manager-constructed strategies and tax-efficient capabilities, supported by its integration with Bank of America’s broader banking and capital markets platform.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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