Our Story and Services

Our family-operated business was founded over 30 years ago by a retired sergeant from the New York Police Department. We initially served police officers and firefighters, and later expanded to other types of city employees. Today, we provide comprehensive financial planning for a broad range of clients, while still adhering to our roots as a team committed to taking care of blue-collar individuals and their families.
Most of our clients worry about matters such as when they can retire—and if they’ll have enough money to last through their retirement. Through customized financial planning, we help address these matters while striving to provide clients with a clear roadmap they can easily follow for the rest of their lives. Of course, every client needs to protect their income. Life insurance can be a sound option, especially for those with young children.
With our background, we’re highly experienced at navigating the complexities associated with the public pension system. This includes matters such as how to potentially insure the pension, choosing between a single or joint payout, and understanding the benefits and drawbacks of rolling over the eligible portion into an IRA. Rollovers are an important consideration for many clients, but especially city employees. Handling them prudently can have a significant impact on a client’s financial well-being.
Since its founding, our group has educated our clients so they can actively be involved with their financial journey and make well-informed decisions. We never tell clients what to do. Instead, we help guide them. Throughout the years, we’ve found that clients who understand the thought process behind their investments tend to be more comfortable and confident when turbulent or declining markets occur.
We encourage you to learn more about our group, and welcome the opportunity to have a conversation with you.
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OUR DESIGNATIONS

**CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®):**CFP® professionals meet rigorous education and ethical standards. They're trained in 72 areas of financial knowledge, and must accrue thousands of hours of experience prior to earning their certification. Additionally, CFP® professionals are committed to serving their clients' best interests at all times.
Putting your entire financial life into a clear picture isn't easy. CFP® professionals are skilled at doing this, including how to balance your short-term goals with your long-term objective of a comfortable retirement security. That's why working with a CFP® can be so valuable for individuals seeking comprehensive financial planning.
**Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist®(CRPS®):**CRPS® holders have demonstrated a thorough understanding of the complexity involved with establishing and managing a company-sponsored retirement plan. These may include IRAs, 401(k) and 403(b) plans, defined contribution plans, small business retirement plans and government plans. Additionally, individuals with the CRPS® credential must complete ongoing education requirements.

OUR PROCESS

As a family-oriented group, we like to make our clients feel as at home as possible. So, unlike most advisory teams, we'll meet with you at your residence for our initial meeting, as well as subsequent meetings or plan reviews.
During our discovery meeting, we want to get to know you. This involves not only learning about your financial needs and aspirations, but the things that cause you to worry, too. Afterward, we'll put together a comprehensive wealth management plan that goes far beyond investments. Education is a key component of our client dedication, so we welcome your questions and input.
When you feel comfortable with our plan, we'll implement it. We'll then regularly review your plan throughout the year, keep you informed about your progress and meet with you as needed.
As your life evolves, we may suggest making some adjustments to your plan to help keep it on track. But we'll always consult with you first, and explain the reasoning behind our thoughts.

    Location

    One Fawcett Place
    3rd Floor
    Greenwich, CT 06830
    US
    Direct:
    (203) 625-4634(203) 625-4634

    Meet Reilly/Reilly Group

    About James J Reilly

    With over 30 years of experience at Morgan Stanley, Jim has successfully helped countless clients save for retirement enabling them as well as their families to enjoy a better quality of life. In his roles on the team as a Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor and Senior Investment Management Consultant, he primarily focuses on client acquisition, financial planning, retirement planning and investment strategies, while emphasizing the importance of financial education for every client.
    Jim holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and a Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist® (CRPS®) designation indicating additional education and training in key areas such as financial planning and company-sponsored retirement plans.
    Prior to his career in financial services, Jim proudly served as a Sergeant for the New York Police Department (NYPD) for nearly 20 years before retiring from the department in 1992. Before joining the NYPD, he served two years in the U.S. Army. He graduated from Manhattan University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1977.
    Jim enjoys spending time with his wife (Karen), children (Keith, Kevin and Josh), grandchildren (Samuel and Ryan) and daughter-in-law (Alicia). Besides being a foodie, Jim likes to travel and play golf. Passionate about animals, Jim and Karen are dog lovers with two Siberian Huskies (Miska and Jenny). The couple is actively involved with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), a global organization dedicated to advancing the safety and well-being of animals. Karen also trains rescue dogs with the goal of helping them become adopted.
    Securities Agent: LA, FL, NJ, AR, GA, VA, TX, IN, VT, TN, SC, PA, NH, CT, ME, NV, IL, WY, NM, MA, CA, AZ, WI, OR, OH, WA, NC, CO, DC, MD, NY, WV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
    NMLS#: 1391196

    About Keith Reilly

    As a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, Keith has been helping retirees and families build confident financial futures since 2018. With his CRPS® designation, he focuses on retirement planning with a process that always begins with a comprehensive financial plan. Believing that every client deserves clarity and confidence, Keith takes the time to walk through each step, explain the “why” behind his recommendations and ensure clients feel fully informed and involved in every decision.
    He's part of a dedicated advisory team that together tailors investment strategies designed to support each client’s plan, goals and long-term vision. Keith and his colleagues stay actively engaged with their clients through in-person meetings, as well as periodic check-ins by phone or video conferencing. The team believes it’s important for clients to always know where they currently stand in regard to their progress, and what actions they’re taking next.
    Keith graduated from Iona University with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
    Away from the office, Keith is an outdoors enthusiast. He enjoys camping and hiking, and has completed the entire Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine—an experience that taught him the value of preparation, resilience and enjoying the journey. He carries those same lessons with him every day when working with clients.
    Securities Agent: IL, LA, CO, DC, OH, SC, NY, NM, ME, AZ, WY, VT, PA, NC, CA, TN, TX, WA, IN, VA, NJ, GA, WI, WV, OR, NV, DE, NH, MD, MA, AR, CT, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
    NMLS#: 1851293

    About Claudia Byrne

    As a Portfolio Associate with over 18 years of financial experience, Claudia brings a diligent approach and dynamic skillset to her role delivering exceptional service to clients and their families.
    In her role, she goes above and beyond to help provide an elevated client experience. Claudia strives to anticipate and understand her clients' needs, and find creative solutions to help them feel confident about their financial future and enjoy their lives. Her responsibilities span many different facets of wealth management—from helping clients open new accounts and troubleshoot firm technology to addressing cash management needs with precision and efficiency. To achieve this, Claudia leverages her diverse background in retail banking, domestic and international investment banking, and commodities. Her overarching goal is to be a versatile, effective resource that supports clients and her team members whenever they need assistance.
    A graduate of the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, she’s held roles at various prestigious financial institutions. From 2008-2013, she served as a trade assistant on Société Générale’s commodities desk, focusing on cocoa, coffee and sugar. She then transitioned to UBS in 2014, where she honed her client service skillset before finding her professional home at Morgan Stanley in 2016.
    Outside the office, Claudia enjoys spending time with her husband (Geoff), two daughters (Hailey and Emily) and their beloved dog (Milo) who is the biggest football fan in the family. Geoff has served as a NYPD sergeant since 2006, and currently works for the 48th Precinct in the Bronx. Claudia also treasures travelling and exploring new places with family and friends.
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    • Annuities
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    Investing

    Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
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    • Wealth Planning
    • Traditional Investments
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    Family

    Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
    • Estate Planning Strategies
    • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
    • Long Term Care Insurance
    • Special Needs Planning
    • Trust Services
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    Financial Wellness

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    Philanthropy

    Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
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    • Impact Investing
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