Andrew Lee
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(858) 597-7767(858) 597-7767
Justin Griffin, CEPA®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management,
Financial Advisor
Direct:
(858) 597-7737(858) 597-7737
My Mission Statement
I work to provide financial peace of mind through proactive communication, tailored investment strategies and first-class service.
My Story
I believe in creating financial confidence for families. As a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley I appreciate the opportunity to lead, educate and help people make decisions that meaningfully grows and protects wealth for their family and future generations.
I grew up in a working-class family in a small city in Kentucky where savings and expenses were frequently discussed. The 2008 Financial Crisis had a significant impact on my family's finances and this inspired me to learn about the stock market. I developed a personal passion for investing and upon graduating from the University of Kentucky pursued a career in wealth management.
Moving to San Diego in 2014 and starting my business, I did not have a local network, wealthy friends, or family to lean on to get started. I developed a client list from scratch by earning trust the old-fashioned way: through communication, honesty, and a high level of service. Treating clients like family and really listening to their needs sets myself apart from other Financial Advisors. I know how hard it is to earn money and how important it is to have that money work just as hard for you.
In 2019, I partnered with a senior financial advisor who provided the opportunity to continue serving his clients when he retired. I’ve been named to the firm’s Pacesetters Club in 2019-2024 as recognition for exceptional client service. I currently live in La Jolla and actively involved in giving back to the community. Outside of the office I enjoy fitness, reading at the beach and cheering on my favorite basketball and football teams.
I grew up in a working-class family in a small city in Kentucky where savings and expenses were frequently discussed. The 2008 Financial Crisis had a significant impact on my family's finances and this inspired me to learn about the stock market. I developed a personal passion for investing and upon graduating from the University of Kentucky pursued a career in wealth management.
Moving to San Diego in 2014 and starting my business, I did not have a local network, wealthy friends, or family to lean on to get started. I developed a client list from scratch by earning trust the old-fashioned way: through communication, honesty, and a high level of service. Treating clients like family and really listening to their needs sets myself apart from other Financial Advisors. I know how hard it is to earn money and how important it is to have that money work just as hard for you.
In 2019, I partnered with a senior financial advisor who provided the opportunity to continue serving his clients when he retired. I’ve been named to the firm’s Pacesetters Club in 2019-2024 as recognition for exceptional client service. I currently live in La Jolla and actively involved in giving back to the community. Outside of the office I enjoy fitness, reading at the beach and cheering on my favorite basketball and football teams.
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CA Insurance License #: 0K10897
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CA Insurance License #: 0K10897
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My Process
At Morgan Stanley, we believe that identifying financial solutions begins with a solid understanding of each client’s situation, goals, objectives and risk tolerance. We follow a disciplined process that enables us to work with you to craft a solution that helps to meet your individual financial needs:
Discovery
The purpose of the discovery process is to take the time to fully understand you and your family. We start with a conversation to uncover your goals and understand your entire financial situation.
Forming Your Strategy
Next, I work with you to assess various scenarios and advise you on the strategies to help meet those goals. We consider all of your challenges, goals, and aspirations to create a risk-balanced strategy to map a clear path to achieving your success.
Implementing Your Plan
I strategically implement your plan by applying extensive research, analysis and experience to identify the appropriate combination of investments to help meet your goals. I utilize the extensive resources available at Morgan Stanley to provide you with a holistic experience to best meet your needs.
Tracking Your Progress
I track your progress to make adjustments according to your needs, in response to life events, and changing market conditions. We meet regularly to help ensure your plan remains current and to review your progress towards achieving your goals.
A Plan Designed For You
The sophisticated suite of tools and the extensive list of resources that Morgan Stanley offers, allows us to implement the Morgan Stanley wealth management process and to help translate your goals into reality. Whatever your financial goal-whether to grow your wealth, preserve it or pass it on to others, you can count on us to help you with a strategy that is:
Personalized
Highly individualized and committed to helping you achieve financial success.
Flexible
Responsive to changes in your life and in your priorities over time.
Comprehensive
Covering a broad array of investment products and services, with preferred benefits tied to your valued status with us.
Planning for Your Financial Future
Your financial goals and priorities will likely shift with time. To help prepare for the road ahead, ask yourself what matters to you and your family long term.
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4350 La Jolla Village Dr
Ste 1000
San Diego, CA 92122
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Direct:
(858) 597-7737(858) 597-7737
Fax:
(619) 235-9313(619) 235-9313
Meet My Team
About Andrew Lee
Andrew was raised in the Atlanta, Georgia area and has called San Diego, California home for the past 20 years. He attended the University of Tennessee and has spent his nearly two decade career working in Financial Services. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2024 as a Client Service Associate and holds a Series 7 license. In his spare time Andrew enjoys discovering new music and restaurants.
The Power of Partnerships
By partnering with experienced individuals across wealth disciplines, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors can align specialized resources with your custom needs and deliver strategic guidance through the familiarity and trust of existing relationships
Michael Mackowiak
Private Banker
About Michael Mackowiak
Michael Mackowiak is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in California.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2008, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Premier Banker at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
He lives in Chula Vista, California with his family. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys watching soccer and baseball, traveling, and spending time with his family.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2008, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Premier Banker at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
He lives in Chula Vista, California with his family. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys watching soccer and baseball, traveling, and spending time with his family.
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Investing
Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
- Asset Management
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- Traditional Investments
- Alternative Investments
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Retirement
Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
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Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
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- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
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Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
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7Structured Investments are complex and not appropriate for all investors. An investment in structured investments involves risks. These risks can include but are not limited to: fluctuations in the price, level or yield of underlying asset(s), interest rates, currency values and credit quality, substantial loss of principal, limits on participation in appreciation of underlying asset(s), limited liquidity, credit risk, and/or conflicts of interest. Many structured investments do not pay interest or guarantee a return above principal at maturity. Investors should read the security’s offering documentation prior to making an investment decision.
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2Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
3Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
4Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
6Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
7Structured Investments are complex and not appropriate for all investors. An investment in structured investments involves risks. These risks can include but are not limited to: fluctuations in the price, level or yield of underlying asset(s), interest rates, currency values and credit quality, substantial loss of principal, limits on participation in appreciation of underlying asset(s), limited liquidity, credit risk, and/or conflicts of interest. Many structured investments do not pay interest or guarantee a return above principal at maturity. Investors should read the security’s offering documentation prior to making an investment decision.
8Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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