(CRD #4386482, Jefferson, Georgia)

October 2, 2025 – An AWC was issued in which Leah Renee Ruark was assessed a deferred fine of $5,000 and suspended from association with any FINRA member in all capacities for three months. Without admitting or denying the findings, Ruark consented to the sanctions and to the entry of findings that she forged and falsified customer signatures. The findings stated that Ruark electronically signed nine documents on behalf of four customers of her member firm without customer permission and electronically signed eight documents on behalf of eight firm customers with customer permission. The documents included required records of the firm. The transactions were authorized and no customers complained. The suspension is in effect from October 6, 2025, through January 5, 2026. (FINRA Case #2023080354701) If you have suffered losses as a result of Leah Renee Ruark's act and/or actions, we would like to hear from you. We are currently investigating claims on behalf of clients who have suffered significant losses in their portfolios that are managed by Leah Renee Ruark. The Schwartz Law Firm represents investors in claims against financial advisors and their firms. If you have questions about your potential claim or need assistance from an investment fraud lawyer, please contact us at  (813) 226-3372 or email Matthew Schwartz directly at mschwartz@tslfirm.com.