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Thomas J. Hughs

SMITH SECURITIES LLC
COVINGTON, LA
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CRD#: 1250491
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Professional summary

Thomas Jude Semmes Hughs, who also goes by Semmes Hughs, Thomas Jude Semmes Hughs Mr, T.j. Semmes Hughs, Thomas J Semmes Hughs, is a registered financial advisor currently at SMITH SECURITIES LLC located in Covington, Louisiana.

Thomas is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 1984. Thomas has worked at 20 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 22 and Series 6 exams.

Question & Answer

Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases

Semmes Hughs | Thomas Jude Semmes Hughs Mr | T.j. Semmes Hughs | Thomas J Semmes Hughs

Other business activities

Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

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Certified licenses

Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
None

Experience

Current

December 8, 2025 - Present

SMITH SECURITIES LLC

RIA
CRD#: 288886
COVINGTON, LA
Past

January 18, 2024 - December 9, 2025

CONSORTIUM PRIVATE WEALTH LLC

RIA
CRD#: 325038
SLIDELL, LA
Past

June 17, 2019 - May 5, 2020

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

RIA
CRD#: 5685
Metairie, LA
Past

May 28, 2019 - May 5, 2020

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

BD
CRD#: 5685
Metairie, LA
Past

October 22, 2018 - June 4, 2019

BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 281285
Baton Rouge, LA
Past

October 22, 2018 - June 4, 2019

BANKERS LIFE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 173962
Baton Rouge, LA
Past

August 16, 2017 - October 8, 2018

MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10409
METAIRIE, LA
Past

July 24, 2017 - October 8, 2018

MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10409
METAIRIE, LA
Past

July 16, 2015 - June 30, 2017

HORNOR, TOWNSEND & KENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 4031
MADISONVILLE, LA
Past

April 14, 2015 - June 30, 2017

HORNOR, TOWNSEND & KENT, LLC

BD
CRD#: 4031
MADISONVILLE, LA
Past

April 8, 2013 - December 2, 2014

HANCOCK WHITNEY INVESTMENT SERVICES INC.

RIA
CRD#: 40637
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Past

April 8, 2013 - December 2, 2014

HANCOCK WHITNEY INVESTMENT SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 40637
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Past

October 29, 2012 - April 3, 2013

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

RIA
CRD#: 5685
METAIRIE, LA
Past

October 15, 2012 - April 3, 2013

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

BD
CRD#: 5685
METAIRIE, LA
Past

August 7, 2012 - October 8, 2012

THE LEADERS GROUP, INC.

BD
CRD#: 37157
SUMMIT, NJ
Past

July 9, 2010 - August 6, 2012

SECURIAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 15296
METAIRIE, LA
Past

December 9, 2009 - August 6, 2012

SECURIAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 15296
METAIRIE, LA
Past

July 23, 2008 - December 2, 2009

METLIFE INVESTORS DISTRIBUTION COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 107622
NEW YORK CITY, NY
Past

November 12, 2007 - June 4, 2008

TRANSAMERICA CAPITAL, LLC

BD
CRD#: 8217
DENVER, CO
Past

December 19, 2002 - November 1, 2007

SUN LIFE FINANCIAL DISTRIBUTORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 5496
WELLESLEY HILLS, MA
Past

September 10, 2001 - November 11, 2002

VERAVEST INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 3960
WORCESTER, MA
Past

January 3, 2001 - July 27, 2001

INTERLINK SECURITIES CORP.

BD
CRD#: 30505
WOODLAND HILLS, CA
Past

September 8, 1998 - December 4, 2000

AFD, INC.

BD
CRD#: 34047
NORTHBROOK, IL
Past

August 23, 1993 - December 15, 1997

HANOVER INVESTMENT SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 10983
MADISONVILLE, LA
Past

August 19, 1992 - February 16, 1993

JOHN HANCOCK DISTRIBUTORS LLC

BD
CRD#: 5249
BOSTON, MA
Past

June 6, 1989 - February 4, 1992

F & G SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 16364
Past

June 20, 1984 - July 8, 1989

WS GRIFFITH SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 10410

State Registrations and Notice Filings

Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
Louisiana
(12/8/2025)

Exams

State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 6/30/2010
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 5/31/2002
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
SIE
Date: 10/1/2018
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7
Date: 7/29/1999
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 22
Date: 10/12/1984
Direct Participation Programs Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6
Date: 6/19/1984
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination

Current Firm

SS
SMITH SECURITIES LLC
SMITH SECURITIES LLC

CRD#: 288886 / SEC#:

Louisiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/23/2017 Approved)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/3/2023 Conditional Restricted)
Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/15/2024 Approved)
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Contact information

Main Address
Covington, LA
Mailing Address
427 N. Theard St. Unit 186, Covington, LA 70433
Phone number
(985) 273-0454
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
3

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Company Information

SMITH SECURITIES LLC

CRD#: 288886Covington, LA

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