Fort Lauderdale · Broward County
Fort Lauderdale Securities Attorney
Walter J. Mathews, P.A. represents investors, brokers, and businesses in securities and commercial litigation throughout Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. Former SEC Senior Counsel.
If you are an investor who has suffered losses due to broker misconduct, or a financial professional facing regulatory scrutiny, Walter J. Mathews, P.A. provides experienced securities representation in Fort Lauderdale and throughout Broward County. The firm handles the full range of securities disputes — from FINRA arbitration and SEC enforcement defense to investment fraud recovery and complex commercial litigation.
Walter Mathews founded his Fort Lauderdale securities practice after serving as Senior Counsel with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Enforcement, Southeast Regional Office from 2002 to 2006. In that role, he investigated and litigated federal securities violations including fraudulent offerings, accounting fraud, insider trading, and market manipulation. That experience — understanding how regulators think, investigate, and prosecute — gives clients on both sides of a dispute a measurable strategic advantage.
The firm's Fort Lauderdale office serves clients throughout Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Coral Springs, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, Plantation, Weston, and Davie. The firm also represents clients statewide and nationally in federal securities matters.
What We Handle
Securities Practice in Fort Lauderdale
FINRA Arbitration
Representing investors and broker-dealers in FINRA arbitration claims. Mr. Mathews has prosecuted and defended FINRA claims for over 25 years.
SEC Defense
Defense against SEC, FTC, and CFTC investigations and enforcement actions. Former regulator — he knows how cases are built from the inside.
Investment Fraud Recovery
Recovering losses for investors harmed by broker misconduct, unsuitable investments, churning, unauthorized trading, and Ponzi schemes.
Government Investigations
Representing witnesses, targets, and persons of interest in federal investigations by the SEC, FBI, and federal prosecutors.
Commercial Litigation
Breach of contract, business fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, and complex commercial disputes in Broward County federal and state courts.
Appellate Practice
Florida and federal appellate representation for securities, commercial, and litigation matters throughout the Eleventh Circuit.
Why Walter J. Mathews
A Fort Lauderdale Securities Attorney Who Has Been on Both Sides
Most securities attorneys have only practiced from one side. Walter Mathews has represented investors recovering losses, financial professionals defending their careers, and companies facing regulatory scrutiny — all in Fort Lauderdale and South Florida federal courts.
Before entering private practice, he spent four years inside the SEC investigating the same types of cases he now defends and prosecutes. That dual perspective — regulator and advocate — is rare and valuable in securities disputes.
Former SEC Senior Counsel, Division of Enforcement (2002–2006)
Florida Certified Civil Circuit Mediator
Admitted: Florida Bar, S.D. Fla., M.D. Fla., N.D. Fla., 11th Circuit
J.D., cum laude, University of Miami School of Law
Over 25 years of FINRA arbitration experience
Personally represented hundreds of investors in federal receiverships
Common Questions
Fort Lauderdale Securities Attorney FAQ
What types of securities cases does Walter J. Mathews handle in Fort Lauderdale?
Walter J. Mathews handles FINRA arbitration claims, SEC defense, investment fraud, stockbroker misconduct, Ponzi scheme recovery, unsuitable investment claims, and commercial securities litigation for clients in Fort Lauderdale and throughout Broward County.
Does Walter Mathews represent both investors and financial professionals?
Yes. Mr. Mathews represents both sides — defrauded investors seeking to recover losses as well as brokers, advisers, and firms defending against FINRA enforcement actions and customer claims.
What is the advantage of hiring a former SEC attorney in Fort Lauderdale?
Walter Mathews served as Senior Counsel in the SEC's Division of Enforcement from 2002 to 2006. He understands how federal regulators investigate, build cases, and prosecute — giving clients a significant strategic advantage in both defense and investor recovery matters.
Does the firm handle cases outside of Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. While the firm is based in Fort Lauderdale at 219 Davie Boulevard, Walter Mathews represents clients throughout South Florida — including Miami, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Jupiter — as well as statewide and nationally in federal securities matters.
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