

The Buckley Group at Morgan Stanley
Garrett T Buckley, CFP®Christopher P Arnella, CFP®, CIMA®, CRPC®Manny Albuquerque, CFP®Thomas HibbitsWendy E Brown
Direct:
(212) 643-5768(212) 643-5768
Toll-Free:
(800) 223-4565(800) 223-4565

Our Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
Our Team
The Buckley Group at Morgan Stanley is dedicated to serving the full financial needs of High Net Worth individuals and families, corporate executives, business owners and Guardianship/Special Needs Trusts. They believe that working as a team helps to ensure that you benefit from the highest levels of service by responding to your needs promptly, professionally and thoroughly, while also providing you access to a full suite of customized strategies. These strategies include multigenerational comprehensive planning, tax efficient strategies and risk mitigation solutions to help you maintain your lifestyles and reach your long term goals.
The Buckley Group has rich history of providing world class advisory services to clients. With the broad resources, solutions and intellectual capital of Morgan Stanley at our disposal, their Team is well positioned to assist with your complex financial needs for generations to come.
The Buckley Group has rich history of providing world class advisory services to clients. With the broad resources, solutions and intellectual capital of Morgan Stanley at our disposal, their Team is well positioned to assist with your complex financial needs for generations to come.
Services Include
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote2
- Financial PlanningFootnote3
- Planning for Education FundingFootnote4
- Planning for Individuals with Special Needs
- Retirement PlanningFootnote5
- Trust AccountsFootnote6
- Stock Plan ServicesFootnote7
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote8
- Stock Option PlansFootnote9
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Updates From Our Group
Forbes has just launched its inaugural list of Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams, spotlighting teams of professionals who represent the best our industry has to offer. We are pleased to share that we have been included in the 2024 ranking. Selection for this list is based on comprehensive criteria, including firm nomination, industry experience and best practices.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Team
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023,2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award. Please refer to important criteria and methodology at the end of this material.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Team
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023,2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award. Please refer to important criteria and methodology at the end of this material.
Location
1 Penn Plaza
43rd Fl
New York, NY 10119
US
Direct:
(212) 643-5768(212) 643-5768
Toll-Free:
(800) 223-4565(800) 223-4565
Meet The Buckley Group
About Garrett T Buckley
Garrett is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a Managing Director– Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. Garrett has been with the firm for over 25 years, working exclusively with High Net Worth individuals and their families to deliver specific financial strategies that help them achieve their goals. In 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Garrett was named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor List.
Prior to working at Morgan Stanley, Garrett was in Institutional Bond sales at Paine Webber/Kidder Peabody. He began his career in the Fixed Income Department at Merrill Lynch. A native of Ireland, he resides in Manhattan with his wife Jeanette and his sons Liam and Aidan.
2019-2022 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Prior to working at Morgan Stanley, Garrett was in Institutional Bond sales at Paine Webber/Kidder Peabody. He began his career in the Fixed Income Department at Merrill Lynch. A native of Ireland, he resides in Manhattan with his wife Jeanette and his sons Liam and Aidan.
2019-2022 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: AZ, UT, OR, OK, WA, NC, MA, HI, CT, OH, DE, WY, SC, RI, FL, DC, NH, IL, CO, VT, TX, MN, MI, ME, PA, GA, CA, VA, NV, NM, MO, KS, TN, SD, NY, NJ, MD, IN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1273035
NMLS#: 1273035
About Christopher P Arnella
Chris has been with Morgan Stanley for over 20 years. His primary responsibilities for the team include: customized financial planning, focusing on retirement and insurance planning as well as portfolio management. Chris is a Portfolio Management Director and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. He also obtained the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation in 2009. The CIMA designation, delivered by the Investment Management Consultants Association (IMCA), is an advanced designation specifically for investment consultants. He completed the coursework at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. In 2021 and 2022, Chris was named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisor" List. In 2018 and 2020, he was named to the Forbes “America’s Top Next Generation Wealth Advisors” List and to the Forbes "Best-in-State NextGen Wealth Advisor" List in 2019 .
Chris is Series 7, 63, 65, 9, 10 as well as Life, Accident & Health insurance licensed. He graduated from Providence College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. Chris currently resides on the Jersey Shore with his wife Brittany and sons Gianluca an Santino (Sonny).
2021-2022 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2018, 2020 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018, 2020). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
"Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded June 2019) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/18 - 3/31/19.
Chris is Series 7, 63, 65, 9, 10 as well as Life, Accident & Health insurance licensed. He graduated from Providence College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. Chris currently resides on the Jersey Shore with his wife Brittany and sons Gianluca an Santino (Sonny).
2021-2022 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2018, 2020 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018, 2020). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
"Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded June 2019) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/18 - 3/31/19.
Securities Agent: WI, CT, WA, TX, TN, OH, NY, NC, ND, GA, VT, NH, IN, IL, NV, DE, CA, NM, CO, AZ, VA, SD, NJ, MT, MN, MI, HI, WY, UT, RI, OK, ME, MA, DC, SC, OR, FL, PA, KS, ID; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1279053
NMLS#: 1279053
About Manny Albuquerque
Manny joined Morgan Stanley in 2020 after spending the previous 5 years at Merrill Lynch as a Senior Financial Advisor. Manny is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. Manny began his financial services career in 2006 at UBS and has held various roles throughout his career related to helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals and objectives through customized financial planning and investment management.
Manny is Series 7,66,9,10,3 as well as Life, Accident, and Health Insurance licensed. He is a graduate of Loyola University in Maryland with a degree in Marketing. He enjoys playing soccer, golf, and guitar during his free time and currently resides in Bloomfield, NJ with his wife Angela and two sons, Roman and Xavier.
Manny is Series 7,66,9,10,3 as well as Life, Accident, and Health Insurance licensed. He is a graduate of Loyola University in Maryland with a degree in Marketing. He enjoys playing soccer, golf, and guitar during his free time and currently resides in Bloomfield, NJ with his wife Angela and two sons, Roman and Xavier.
Securities Agent: VA, NJ, HI, OR, MN, AZ, NM, MA, KS, OK, NY, MD, IL, CO, TN, MO, DC, UT, NH, IN, GA, CA, WA, SC, MI, DE, TX, RI, PA, OH, NV, SD, NC, ME, FL, CT; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1409505
NMLS#: 1409505
About Thomas Hibbits
Securities Agent: ME, HI, WY, KS, RI, OR, NV, PA, NY, MD, NJ, FL, WA, TN, MA, SC, GA, CT, SD, NM, MN, DE, CA, TX, MS, MI, IL, CO, VA, NC, MO, AZ, OK, DC, VI, UT, OH, NH, MT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1279379
NMLS#: 1279379
About Wendy E Brown
Wendy is a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley. She has been with Morgan Stanley for 20 years and her focus is on developing financial and portfolio management strategies for High Net Worth individuals and families.
Wendy is Series 7 and 63 licensed and a designated International Client Advisor. She began her financial advisory career at Kidder Peabody before joining Merrill Lynch and later Smith Barney. She is a graduate of The University of Miami with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Wendy currently resides in New York City with her family.
Wendy is Series 7 and 63 licensed and a designated International Client Advisor. She began her financial advisory career at Kidder Peabody before joining Merrill Lynch and later Smith Barney. She is a graduate of The University of Miami with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Wendy currently resides in New York City with her family.
Securities Agent: OH, IL, TX, SD, SC, NY, NC, GA, WA, NH, MD, HI, CT, OK, NV, VA, OR, NM, DE, CO, CA, KS, TN, ME, DC, UT, RI, PA, NJ, MO, MA, FL, AZ, MN, MI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
About John Kremidas
John is an Assistant Vice President and Director of Business Strategy with The Buckley Group. He currently oversees the team's daily operations and supports business development efforts. John's primary focus is providing first-class client service while shaping a modern client experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley for over 10 years and is Series 7 & 66 licensed.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, John was a Senior Wealth Strategy Associate at UBS. He is a Pace University graduate with a BA in Political Science and a minor in Pre-Law. John currently resides in Manhattan’s Financial District with his wife and small dog. He considers himself to be a quintessential New Yorker and enjoys experiencing everything the city has to offer.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, John was a Senior Wealth Strategy Associate at UBS. He is a Pace University graduate with a BA in Political Science and a minor in Pre-Law. John currently resides in Manhattan’s Financial District with his wife and small dog. He considers himself to be a quintessential New Yorker and enjoys experiencing everything the city has to offer.
About Fabio LaRosa
Fabio is a Senior Registered Client Service Associate and has been at Morgan Stanley for 25 years. His primary responsibility is for the day to day client operations. He is responsible for a variety of client service matters, including disbursements, check requests, fund transfers, new client onboarding and executes buy/sell orders. He acts as a liaison between the financial advisors, clients, management and operations. He is Series 7,63 licensed.
Prior to working at Morgan Stanley, Fabio was a Service Associate at North Fork Bank. He began his career at Dime Savings Bank. Fabio is a graduate of St. Francis College with a degree in Communications. Fabio resides in Staten Island with his wife Rosalia and their children, Mia and Gianluca.
Prior to working at Morgan Stanley, Fabio was a Service Associate at North Fork Bank. He began his career at Dime Savings Bank. Fabio is a graduate of St. Francis College with a degree in Communications. Fabio resides in Staten Island with his wife Rosalia and their children, Mia and Gianluca.
About Aliyah Huland El
Aliyah is a Client Relationship Analyst at Morgan Stanley, supporting clients of The Buckley Group by managing account operations, facilitating transactions, and ensuring a seamless client experience. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, she worked as a Client Advisor Associate at Offit Capital and a Sr. Home Lending Advisor at JPMorgan Chase.
Aliyah earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Virginia while competing as a full-scholarship athlete. Passionate about mentorship, she serves as an assistant basketball coach at Morris Catholic High School and is a board member for Team Sharp Basketball, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting young female athletes in their pursuit of athletic college scholarships. Outside of work, Aliyah enjoys tending to her plants, live jazz shows, and giving back to her community through sports and mentorship.
Aliyah earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Virginia while competing as a full-scholarship athlete. Passionate about mentorship, she serves as an assistant basketball coach at Morris Catholic High School and is a board member for Team Sharp Basketball, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting young female athletes in their pursuit of athletic college scholarships. Outside of work, Aliyah enjoys tending to her plants, live jazz shows, and giving back to her community through sports and mentorship.

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1Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Morgan 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.
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.
4When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.
5When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
6Morgan 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.
7Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
8Alternative 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.
9Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
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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:
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