Rick started his career as a practicing attorney, and is now part of a financial planning team. Together, they are dedicated to providing clients with financial planning resources, wealth management techniques, and estate planning to help solve their financial concerns and objectives.

Rick received his Bachelors of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara and earned his law degree from Santa Clara University, graduating with honors: Moot Court and Order of the Barristers.

Rick is very active in his community. He has served as a trustee for several private educational institutions and has been actively involved in philanthropy for many local charities. Rick is married with 5 children and resides in Los Angeles, California.

Rick Brown is a registered representative of Arete Wealth Management, LLC. Securities offered through Arete Wealth Management, LLC, member FINRA, SIPC, and NFA. Investment Advisory Services provided through Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC an SEC registered investment advisor Insurance Agency, INC. CRN-2626728-070219.

About Us: Arete Wealth and its family of companies offer full-service Broker-Dealer, Registered Investment Advisory and Insurance services.

For over 10 years, the firm has curated a broad array of investments covering many different sectors, all rooted in the depth of our due diligence. These investments we offer are carefully selected by an experienced team who knows their craft.

We manage wealth with an eye for what stands out among the rest.