A Culture of Partnership

The Founders Group is a team of financial professionals who share a key goal: to enhance the legacy you have worked hard to create. We provide expert advice along with access to the vast array of services and investment opportunities at Morgan Stanley. Sharing over 100 years of financial services experience, we have earned many of the most important designations in the industry, including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Family Wealth Director (FWD), and other prestigious designations internal to Morgan Stanley.

Taking the time to fully explore, create, and discuss your bespoke financial plan, we tailor strategies to meet your unique goals and risk parameters. The Founders Group at Morgan Stanley is ranked by Forbes as one of the 20 best Private Wealth Management teams in New York State and has the strength and resources of a global financial powerhouse combined with a boutique, personalized level of service and attention.

We are distinguished by our holistic, tailored approach to wealth management. Our focus extends beyond your portfolio, to partner with you on your overall financial health and wellbeing. Our elite client base has provided us a depth of experience to help us understand your priorities, and we will create customized, tax-efficient strategies to meet your specific needs. The diversified array of services we offer include unbiased portfolio management on a fiduciary basis, access to exclusive, best-in-class private investments, financial planning, estate and trust services, and lending capabilities through our private bank.

The Founders Group extends white glove service - going a step beyond, with pleasure, to be responsive and available for your questions and requests. You get us when you call, not a call center. We are accessible and committed to you.

In today's complex financial landscape, we will team with you, to guide you through the most challenging market cycles. We work to free you from the stress and worry of managing wealth, so you are free to enjoy its rewards.

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Credentials and Awards

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    Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams 2023-2025
    The Founders Group has been named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2023, 2024, and most recently ranked #7 in 2025.

    Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, Jan 2024, Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award. For more information, see www.SHOOKresearch.com.
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    Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State
    John has been named as a 2023 & 2024 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State

    2023 & 2024 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
    Source: Barrons.com (Awarded March 2023 & 2024). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
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    Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: 2019-2022 (John Coyle)
    John has been named as a Forbes Best in State Wealth Advisors since 2019.

    2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019, 2020, 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. For more information, see www.SHOOKresearch.com.
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    FWD - Family Wealth Director (John Coyle and John Peirano)
    The Family Wealth Director designation within Morgan Stanley is awarded to a highly trained group of select Financial Advisors serving an elite clientele facing more complex wealth management challenges. Family Wealth Directors within Morgan Stanly have extensive experience, specialized training and the resources to address planning for ultra-high net worth families in the areas of wealth transfer, business succession planning, asset protection, family governance and wealth education.
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    CFA - Chartered Financial Analyst (Matthew Heslin)
    A globally recognized professional designation that measures and certifies the competence and integrity of financial analysts. Candidates are required to pass three levels of exams covering areas such as accounting, economics, ethics, money management and security analysis. CFA charter holders wield an extensive body of knowledge in investing and global financial markets, placing clients’ interests above their own, dedicating themselves to achieving the best outcomes for investors. Fewer than 1 in 5 candidates successfully complete all three levels of the CFA Program.
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    CFP® - Certified Financial Planner™ (John Peirano and Thomas Dunn)
    The Certified Financial Planner™ designation is awarded to candidates who have demonstrated expertise in the areas of Education, Investment, Tax, Retirement, Estate and Insurance planning. CFP® professionals must accrue several years of experience related to delivering financial planning services to clients and pass a comprehensive exam before calling themselves a CFP® Professional and are held to strict ethical standards to ensure financial planning recommendations are in the best interest of their clients.
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    CIMA® - Certified Investment Management Analyst® (John Coyle)
    The Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) is a certification for financial consultants and investment advisors. The CIMA is generally considered a high-level credential. It indicates that the financial advisor has both a proven track record of ethical conduct and significant accomplishment in their field. The Investments and Wealth Institute describes it as “the peak international, technical portfolio construction certification program.”
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    President's Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (John Coyle)
    John has been named to the Firm’s prestigious President's Club since 2007, an elite group composed of the firm’s top Financial Advisors. The appointment recognizes their consistent creativity and excellence in providing a wide range of investment products and wealth management services to his clients. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, a global leader, provides access to a wide range of products and services to individuals, businesses and institutions, including brokerage and investment advisory services, financial and wealth planning, cash management and lending products and services, annuities and insurance, retirement and trust services.
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    CRPS® - Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist® (John Coyle)
    The Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist® is a credential awarded by the College for Financial Planning for advisors focused on creating, implementing and maintaining retirement plans for businesses. The core areas of focus include IRAs, plans for small businesses, defined contribution plans, defined benefit plans and fiduciary issues.

Family Wealth Director Designations

As your family grows and your wealth increases, you may face a broader and more complex set of wealth management challenges. As Family Wealth Directors, we have the extensive experience, specialized training and the resources necessary to help you and your family address these needs. We are here to help you create and implement a comprehensive wealth management plan based on your unique goals and aspirations.

Our integrated approach to planning includes family issues, wealth transfer, asset protection and location, and business succession planning, with a focus on helping you:
• Maintain family unity across generations, focusing on family mission, governance, conflict management and family endowments
• Help ease administration burdens by managing some of the most complex aspects of your life*
• Manage wealth with a long-term view and a unwavering focus on your family’s interests
• Protect your assets and transfer them efficiently to the next generation and the causes and institutions you support
• Develop strategies that pass down family values as well as family assets
• Access specialized ultra-high net worth resources and strategies tailored specifically to your needs and goals
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Juno
We are excited to announce our sponsorship of the raising and training of a future service dog with America’s VetDogs. Please allow us to introduce the newest member of our team, Juno! Be sure to follow us for future updates on Juno’s progress.
Happy birthday Juno!
On August 18th, Juno has completed one revolution around the earth, and what a year it was for our future service dog! Along the way, Juno has learned her basic skills and has exceeded all expectations! This week, Juno attended three puppy classes and practiced loose leash walking, stairs and doors, and she even went through her first turnstile like a pro!
The Founders Group visits Juno!
The Founders Group at Morgan Stanley had the pleasure of visiting the America’s VetDogs campus in Smithtown, NY on May 26th. We were given a tour of the campus and had the added pleasure of catching up with our very own VetDog, Juno!
Juno’s trainers are thrilled with the way her training is progressing. We cannot wait to see what amazing things she will do when she becomes a service dog to a Veteran in need.
Juno takes on hockey!
Our sponsored VetDog Juno, made her official debut at UBS Arena during Veterans Appreciation Night for the New York Islanders vs. Arizona Coyotes game, on Friday January 21, 2022.  Juno spent most of the night at the America’s VetDogs table meeting, greeting, and educating the public about the work that America’s VetDogs does for our Veterans.
Juno takes on the catwalk!
The Founders Group attended the Guide Dog Foundation & America’s VetDogs event. At the event we heard from Anastasia Pagonis, an Olympic swimmer from Garden City. She spoke about how much of an impact her service dog has had in her life. Even Juno, our teams VetDog, joined the catwalk!
Juno's Next Steps
Juno has moved onto her next adventure in becoming a service dog for America's VetDogs. We are proud of the progress she has made in helping people with their rehabilitation journey.
America's VetDogs Open House
John was proud to see Juno's demonstrations in action at the America's VetDogs open house on May 25th. He met with veterans about their service dogs, and was able to learn more about volunteer opportunities!
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Location

1200 Franklin Avenue 2nd
Fl 2
Garden City, NY 11530
US
Direct:
(516) 227-2994(516) 227-2994
Toll-Free:
(800) 645-8600(800) 645-8600
Fax:
(516) 209-3465(516) 209-3465

Meet The Founders Group

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Douglas Weaver, CFP®

Chief of Staff, First Vice President
Phone:
(516) 227-2948(516) 227-2948
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Antoinette Mazzamuto

Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(516) 227-2891(516) 227-2891
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Michael Gorokhovsky, CIMA®

Wealth Management Associate, Assistant Vice President
Phone:
(516) 227-2952(516) 227-2952
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Katie Rogers

Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(516) 227-5685(516) 227-5685
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Lindsey Ahl

Client Service Associate
Phone:
(516) 227-2814(516) 227-2814

About John F Coyle III

John is a Managing Director and Family Wealth Director who has spent more than 28 years with Morgan Stanley. He helps successful families organize, prioritize, and simplify their financial complexities.

John brings extensive knowledge in a number of areas that are important to ultra-high-net-worth families, including estate planning strategies, traditional and alternative investments, risk and liquidity management, and philanthropy. He has significant experience investing in a wide variety of asset classes.

The Family Wealth Director title is a distinction that fewer than 5% of the firm's 15,000+ Financial Advisors have earned. As a Family Wealth Director, John has advanced training in addressing concerns unique to ultra high net worth families. John and the team work with a broad range of services that are reserved for some of Morgan Stanley's most important private wealth clients.

John earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. He lives in Lloyd Harbor, Long Island, where he is active in the swimming, biking, and running communities. John is a former IRONMAN distance triathlete and still swims, bikes and runs with competitive teams. He volunteers as an executive committee member for Swim Across America, which has raised more than $80 million for cancer research. He personally raises funds by swimming across the Long Island Sound every summer.

tel: +1 516.227.2994
fax: +1 516.209.3465
toll free: +1 800.645.8600 ext. 2994
email: john.coyle@morganstanleypwm.com
NMLS # 1255307
Learn more about my specialty in Equity Compensation
Securities Agent: VT, TN, CT, GA, PA, NY, NH, MI, WY, WI, WA, VA, UT, TX, SC, RI, PR, OR, OK, OH, NV, NM, NJ, NC, MS, MN, ME, MD, MA, LA, IN, IL, HI, FL, DE, DC, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, KS, MO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1255307

About John J. Peirano III

As a Family Wealth Director, John focuses on collaborating with high net worth families to develop customized wealth management plans to address their concerns. This includes addressing wealth transfer, investment management, liabilities management, and philanthropy.

John has spent his entire career of over 20 years with Morgan Stanley. He has obtained a number of advanced professional credentials to help clients, including the Family Wealth Director title, the Alternative Investments Director title, and the Certified Financial Planner™ designation, which is recognized as the standard of excellence for competent and ethical financial planning. John has also received a number of professional awards and is frequently asked to speak to his specific knowledge and experience to other Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors on issues specific to ultra high net worth families.

John graduated with a B.A. in economics from the College of the Holy Cross and earned his M.B.A. from Northeastern University. A former Division I college baseball player, he coaches youth baseball, as well as supporting several volunteering efforts through his church. John serves as member of The “90-Wide” Mentoring Program: A formal mentoring program where more than 130 Holy Cross alumni across 25 states and 25 industries serve as mentors to student-athletes at College of the Holy Cross. He is also an active member of the Delbarton School Alumni Association and Mensa. John, his wife, and their two children live in Mount Sinai, NY.

tel: +1 516.227.2938
fax: +1 631.994.7088
email: john.peirano@morganstanley.com
NMLS 174202
Learn more about my specialty in Equity Compensation
Securities Agent: KS, WI, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY, MO; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 174202

About Matthew Heslin

Matt partners with high-net-worth families, their businesses, and non-profit organizations, in creating and implementing financial plans, and providing investment, estate planning and lending solutions. As an Alternative Investments Director, he also offers expert guidance on private equity, hedge fund, and other private market opportunities. Designated an International Client Advisor, Matt is equipped to provide UHNW international families with the unique solutions they require. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst, earning that distinction in 2003.

Matt draws upon 30 years of experience in institutional trading, portfolio management and wealth management, in delivering advice to address his clients’ complex financial needs. He has worked at Morgan Stanley for over 20 years, and prior to joining The Founders Group in 2016, Matt was a senior fixed income trader at Morgan Stanley working directly with the firm’s largest institutional clients. Matt's career also includes roles as a senior trader and assistant portfolio manager within the hedge fund industry.
A graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a degree in government, economics and philosophy, Matt is an active member of the Notre Dame Alumni Club of Long Island. He has led some of the Alumni Club’s largest annual fundraising events, and continues to co-host their annual networking event, which brings together alumni, students, parents and business owners.
Matt and his wife, Sheila, live in Garden City, New York, with their three children. Matt and Sheila are very involved in their community and devote their time to a number of local charitable causes, including the Tomorrow's Hope Foundation, for which Matt serves on the Board of Directors. In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid golfer.

tel: 516.227.2914
fax: +1 516.568.4193
toll free: +1 800.645.8600 ext.2914
NMLS # 1520228
Learn more about my specialty in Equity Compensation
Securities Agent: MA, MD, ME, MI, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY, WI, MO, MN, KS, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, LA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1520228

About Thomas J Dunn

Tom is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a designation that is considered the standard of excellence for competent and ethical personal financial planning. Tom joined Morgan Stanley in 2000 and brings 24 years of experience to the team. He earned a B.S. in Public Administration with concentrations in Business and History from the University of Scranton. He recently obtained his Certified Private Wealth Advisor designation from Yale School of Management.

Using his experience in financial planning and leveraging the vast global resources of Morgan Stanley, Tom collaborates with our clients to help them achieve their financial goals. This includes providing clients with guidance on retirement planning, business succession, estate planning strategies, and investment management.

Tom resides in Huntington, New York, with his wife, Deanna, and their three sons, Tommy, Brady, and Connor. He takes pride in his family and community involvement. He served as the board president of St. Edward the Confessor School and was a board member of the Syosset Baseball Association. Tom also assists with the Syosset Soccer Club and is involved with the American Arthritis Foundation, Children's Cancer Society, and American Cancer Society. A running enthusiast, Tom is also a member of the Greater Long Island Running Club.

tel: +1 516.227.2943
fax: +1 631.693.3813
email: thomas.dunn@morganstanley.com
NMLS # 1301112
Learn more about my specialty in Equity Compensation
Securities Agent: SD, WI, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY, IA, MN, ND; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1301112

About Douglas Weaver

Doug serves as The Chief of Staff for The Founders Group, overseeing the client service team. He joined The Founders Group in 2018 and has over fifteen years of experience in the Wealth Management industry. Throughout that time, Doug acquired his Series 7, 24, 65, 63 and 6 professional licenses. In 2024, Doug acquired his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation and successfully completed the required course with Boston University Center for Professional Education. In his previous role with Capital One Investing, Doug managed multiple teams in both Brokerage Operations and the Advisor Service departments. At the end of his tenure at Capital One, Doug worked in the Supervision and Control department which was directly responsible for Financial Advisor Support and Quality Assurance. With his experience and knowledge of the financial services industry, Doug offers a unique and progressive approach to wealth management operations in order to deliver a superior client experience for our team.

Doug was raised in Garden City, Long Island and attended Garden City High School. He later went on to graduate from Stony Brook University with a degree in Finance. He currently resides in Massapequa with his loving wife Danielle, and three children Henry, Michael & Kyla.

tel: +1 516.227.2948
fax: +1 516.203.4262
email: doug.weaver@morganstanley.com

About Antoinette Mazzamuto

Antoinette Mazzamuto joins The Founders Group with over twenty years of experience in the securities industry. Antoinette joined Morgan Stanley in 2015, and has over 3 years of experience in the firm’s Wealth Management division. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Antoinette held various positions at Goldman Sachs for over 16 year, including Treasury Operations, Institutional Sale and Project Management. She also managed a Middle Office team which supported the High Yield Distressed Debt Desk. Antoinette currently holds her Series 7, 66, and 63 licenses, as well as her license for Health, Life, and Accident Insurance. Antoinette is enthusiastic and takes pride in her commitment to helping serve our clients with a wide range of wealth management services in order to deliver a superior client experience.
Antoinette was raised in Mineola, Long Island and graduated from St. John’s University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance. She currently resides in Plainview, NY with her loving husband Tony and two children, Alexa and Anthony. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her family, volunteering at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, and cooking.

tel: +1 516.227.2891
fax: +1 516.284.1493
email: antoinette.mazzamuto@morganstanley.com

About Michael Gorokhovsky

Michael serves as the analyst for the Founders Group, earning his Certified Investment Management Analyst® certification from the Investments & Wealth Institute, with coursework completed through Yale University. Michael brings with him over 15 years in the Financial Services industry, throughout which he also acquired his Series 7, 63, 66, 24 and 4 professional licenses. Michael joined Morgan Stanley in 2019, bringing his experience working with a wide range of clients across multiple different firms. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Michael worked closely with clients in various capacities such as investment consultant and office manager, in which he provided a high level of personalized approach for high net worth clients. Leveraging his wide-ranging experience within the financial services industry, Michael brings his knowledge to bear on the advisory side of the business, which includes portfolio construction, analytics and performance reporting.

Michael grew up Brooklyn, NY and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Finance from Brooklyn College. In his free time, Michael enjoys reading, hiking, and bicycling. He lives in Manhattan’s Westside with his Fiancé.

About Katie Rogers

Katie brings over ten years of client-dedicated financial services experience working with individuals, pension funds, insiders and hedge funds. Previously, Katie co-led Global Client Financing at Goldman Sachs before taking time to be a stay-at-home mom. At Goldman, Katie was responsible for oversight of a multi-billion-dollar loan portfolio and was committed to helping her clients, company insiders and hedge fund managers, achieve their goals. She began her career in the institutional sell side research and pension departments at Sanford Bernstein. As a collaborative and organized professional devoted to your success, she works with precision and discretion.

Katie and her husband, Kevin, met at Bernstein soon after she graduated from Loyola College, and have two children. Their daughter is majoring a recent graduate of Dartmouth College, and their son attends the Garden City Middle School. Dedicated to helping find better treatments and a cure for cancer, Katie founded and led My Best Friend, a non-profit group that has raised over $800,000 for the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund, and also served on the Board for the Garden City unit of the American Cancer Society. Most weekends you’ll find her on a lacrosse field, cheering on her son. Other loves include travelling and skiing as a family, yoga, baking, and reading.

About Lindsey Ahl

Lindsey joins The Founders Group with over a decade of experience in the financial services industry. She began her career in 2010 as a Senior Client Service Representative for the Massachusetts Teacher’s Retirement 403(B) plan. In 2021, Lindsey relocated back to Long Island and joined Morgan Stanley as a Client Service Representative. Lindsey is currently pursuing her Series 7 & Series 66 certifications.

Lindsey graduated from The University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism, a minor in history, and a concentration in animal science. She has worked in several client service related positions prior to joining The Founders Group in 2021 and aims to bring her organizational and administrative experience to their clients.

Lindsey grew up on Long Island and currently resides in Syosset, New York, where she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and riding her horse, Joe.
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10When 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.

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11Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.

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12When 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.

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13Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.
Morgan 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.

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14Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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