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Firm-wide stats for Morgan Stanley

Total advisors

23,277

Across 1,020 offices

Clients per advisor

114 High

Avg AUM per client

$670,481 High

HNW client ratio

2% Very Low

About

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM) is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that delivers a wide array of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, including tailored financial planning through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group. In the financial planning brochure MSWM reports managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers plans both directly to individuals and under Corporate Financial Planning agreements with employers.

MSWM’s financial planning process is centered on a structured discovery conversation and firm‑approved planning tools; the brochure notes plans may use the Global Investment Committee’s Secular Return Estimates and Monte Carlo simulations to model outcomes, and the service does not provide individual security recommendations as part of the standalone planning program. The brochure also emphasizes that clients are responsible for implementing and updating plans, and that MSWM generally acts in an advisory capacity for planning but will not be an ERISA fiduciary for retirement accounts unless separately engaged in writing.

Alongside the common large‑firm features described in the brochure (wrap programs, affiliated broker‑dealer, broad retail and institutional offerings), MSWM’s broader ADV disclosures point to several less common activities for firms of this type, including relationships with investment companies and private funds, an affiliated commodity pool operator (Ceres Managed Futures LLC), and principal trading and structured‑product activities through its parent. The brochure also discloses multiple regulatory settlement matters and indicates that certain other advisory arrangements described in the firm’s broader ADV filings may include performance‑based fees and additional financial product sales.

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Expertise

General estate planning guidance

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Location

16644 West Bernardo Drive, Suite 400

San Diego CA 92127

Advisors at this office

22

Advisors at this office

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Christopher L

Series 63, Series 65

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Christopher Lelli is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and previously spent six years with UBS Financial Services. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured financial planning process using firm-approved tools and methodologies.

General estate planning guidance
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Lin M

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Lin Murphy is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with six years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2023, Murphy held roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Murphy holds a Series 66 designation and is based in San Diego, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs that include tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and modeling techniques in its advisory process.

General estate planning guidance
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Mara L

Series 63, Series 65

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Mara Litman is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been associated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009 and has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015. She also serves as a FINRA arbitrator. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer offering a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients. The firm emphasizes structured financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

General estate planning guidance
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Stephen S

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Stephen Seidel is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2018, following a three-year tenure at American Funds Distributors. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process uses structured discovery and firm-approved tools but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone planning services.

General estate planning guidance
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Gavin H

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Gavin Holmes is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with a Series 66 credential and no prior industry experience. Before joining Morgan Stanley, he worked at RemoteLink Solutions and has experience in educational roles at San Diego State University and High Tech High Chula Vista. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and employs a structured planning process that incorporates firm-approved tools and modeling techniques.

General estate planning guidance
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Christopher K

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Christopher Kosmo is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank prior to joining Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

General estate planning guidance
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Andrew A

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Andrew Axelson is a CFP® professional with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving at Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, delivering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm emphasizes structured planning processes and offers diverse investment services including retail and institutional solutions.

General estate planning guidance
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Alexis S

Series 63, Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Alexis Saucedo is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2026, Alexis worked at Wells Fargo Bank and its related entities from 2013 to 2026. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning services supported by firm-approved planning tools and investment research.

General estate planning guidance
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Jesse S

CFP®, Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Jesse Starr is a CFP® with 18 years of experience in the financial industry, currently serving at Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA. His prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and JPMorgan Securities LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner at Starr Ventures 1738 LLC, a real estate investment business based in Montana. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that offers a variety of advisory programs to individuals and institutions, including personalized financial planning and estate strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and market modeling to assist clients in their financial decisions.

General estate planning guidance
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Dean P

Series 63, Series 65

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Dean Pfremmer is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at various Morgan Stanley entities since 1997, including Morgan Stanley Private Bank and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individual and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and emphasizes structured planning processes supported by advanced modeling tools.

General estate planning guidance
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Virginia S

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Virginia Stagg is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Diego, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and with 23 years of industry experience. She has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2014. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm provides a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

General estate planning guidance
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Amber S

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Amber Smith is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 13 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2021, following five years at Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the San Pasqual High School Business Advisory Council and is an assistant volleyball coach involved in organizing sports tournaments in Carlsbad, California. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by firm-approved tools and methodologies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services through both direct individual engagements and corporate financial planning agreements.

General estate planning guidance
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Zhi H

CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Zhi Hu is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the CFP®, ChFC®, and Series 66 credentials. His prior work history includes roles at JP Morgan Securities LLC and JP Morgan Chase Bank. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, focusing on tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools.

General estate planning guidance
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Jerwin P

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Jerwin Paz is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Wells Fargo Clearing, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Chase Investment Services Corp. His current roles include positions at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A., and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a wide range of advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning supported by structured discovery conversations and firm-approved planning tools. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and delivers services both directly and through corporate financial planning agreements.

General estate planning guidance
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Thomas K

Series 66

San Diego, CA

Morgan Stanley

Thomas Kokjohn is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including work with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. He is based in San Diego, CA. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs including tailored financial planning, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

General estate planning guidance
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