Morristown, TN W First North St Office

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Firm-wide stats for Merrill

Total advisors

25,588

Across 3,189 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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Expertise

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

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Location

225 W First North St

Morristown TN 37814

Advisors at this office

2

Advisors at this office

Justin M

Series 66

Morristown, TN

Merrill

Justin Myers is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Justin began his career in the financial services industry in 2011 and has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since 2017. Justin holds a bachelor's degree in logistics from the Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and leverages the research and market insights from Merrill Lynch to help individuals and families plan and achieve their financial goals. Raised in east Tennessee, Justin has lived in Knoxville for the past 20 years. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys biking, golfing, and football. He spends time with his wife Ashley and their two sons, often attending their sporting events and supporting Tennessee football and basketball.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Income planning Young Families Parents

Drew L

Series 66

Morristown, TN

Merrill

Drew Leach serves as the Associate Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Morristown, Tennessee. He began his career in the mortgage industry and joined Merrill Lynch in 2012 as a financial advisor. In his role, Drew focuses on devising comprehensive, goals-based planning strategies that address the complex financial needs of families, often involving multiple generations to create customized wealth plans. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Drew has earned several professional designations, including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Within his practice, he takes responsibility for planning, business development, and team management alongside other professionals who handle investment management, business management, and administrative functions. In the community, Drew is active with Helping Young Professionals Excel (HYPE), Kiwanis International, and Ducks Unlimited. His personal interests include fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, and traveling. He lives with his wife Jordan, their two children, Olivia and Bennett, and their dogs Beaufort and Monroe.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Wealth management Charitable giving & philanthropy General estate planning guidance Young Families Parents Women Professionals
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