JE
James E. Ely
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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CRD#: 1843373
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Professional summary
James Eugene Ely Jr., who also goes by James Eugene Ely, Jim Ely, is a registered financial advisor currently at U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC located in Los Angeles, California.
James is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1988. James has worked at 13 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 6TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 3, Series 6, Series 10, Series 9 and Series 24 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
James Eugene Ely | Jim Ely
Other business activities
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
February 13, 2026 - Present
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 633 W Fifth St, Los Angeles, CA 90071Office #2: 633 W Fifth St, Los Angeles, CA 90071RIA
BD
CRD#: 14455
Los Angeles, CA
Current
July 12, 2023 - Present
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 633 W Fifth St, Los Angeles, CA 90071RIA
BD
CRD#: 14455
Los Angeles, CA
Past
October 27, 2021 - February 13, 2026
U.S. BANCORP INVESTMENTS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 17868
Los Angeles, CA
Past
October 27, 2021 - February 13, 2026
U.S. BANCORP INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17868
Los Angeles, CA
Past
March 30, 2015 - October 22, 2021
WEDBUSH SECURITIES INC.
BD
CRD#: 877
LOS ANGELES, CA
Past
February 11, 2015 - October 22, 2021
WEDBUSH SECURITIES INC.
RIA
CRD#: 877
LOS ANGELES, CA
Past
May 29, 2007 - February 14, 2013
CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS INC.
RIA
CRD#: 7059
GLENDALE, CA
Past
May 29, 2007 - February 14, 2013
CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS INC.
BD
CRD#: 7059
GLENDALE, CA
Past
April 15, 2004 - May 29, 2007
CITICORP INVESTMENT SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 23988
RESEDA, CA
Past
March 26, 2003 - May 29, 2007
CITICORP INVESTMENT SERVICES
BD
CRD#: 23988
RESEDA, CA
Past
July 19, 2002 - April 4, 2003
NATIONWIDE INVESTMENT SERVICES CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 7110
COLUMBUS, OH
Past
May 1, 2000 - May 28, 2002
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
BD
CRD#: 6413
FORT MILL, SC
Past
January 5, 1998 - May 2, 2000
GUARANTY BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 23302
ST. CLOUD, MN
Past
January 31, 1996 - December 31, 1997
ALLSTATE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 18272
LINCOLN, NE
Past
March 23, 1993 - January 31, 1996
MARKETING ONE SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 16611
PORTLAND, OR
Past
September 18, 1991 - September 24, 1992
H.J. MEYERS & CO., INC.
BD
CRD#: 15609
ROCHESTER, NY
Past
July 17, 1990 - December 21, 1990
MCLAUGHLIN, PIVEN, VOGEL SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 7404
NEW YORK, NY
Past
June 16, 1988 - May 31, 1989
FORESTERS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 305
Primary Firm SEC Registration
This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
UB
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
MARKET INVESTMENT SERVICES CORPORATION | UNIONBANC INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC | UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA NA | UBOC INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | UB INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 14455 / SEC#: 801-70084, 8-30706
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/14/2009 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/28/2009 Terminated)Washington
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/24/2009 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)
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.RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.Visual representation of state registrations
RR
Arizona(2/13/2026)
RR
California(2/13/2026)
IAR
California(2/13/2026)
RR
Colorado(2/13/2026)
RR
Idaho(2/13/2026)
RR
Montana(2/13/2026)
RR
Nevada(2/13/2026)
RR
Oregon(2/13/2026)
RR
Utah(2/13/2026)
RR
Washington(2/13/2026)
RR
Wyoming(2/13/2026)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6TO
Date: 1/2/2023
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
UB
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
MARKET INVESTMENT SERVICES CORPORATION | UNIONBANC INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC | UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA NA | UBOC INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | UB INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 14455 / SEC#: 801-70084, 8-30706
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/14/2009 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/28/2009 Terminated)Washington
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/24/2009 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
800 N Brand Blvd. 16th Floor 16th Floor, Glendale, CA, 91203
Mailing Address
800 N Brand Blvd. 16th Floor, Glendale, CA, 91203
Phone number
(800) 634-1100
Established
Delaware since 06/28/2004
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
244
SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. BANCORP | SOLE MEMBER | |
| BEJASA, EILEEN | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND MANAGING DIRECTOR, BROKER-DEALER OPERATIONS | 7002808 |
| CANEVA, DANIEL CESAR | SVP CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 1686099 |
| CLARK, SHANNON KEITH | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 5829700 |
| ELY, JAMES EUGENE JR. | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT - SALES | 1843373 |
| FERGUSON, KIMBERLY NICOLE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND MANAGER | 4120145 |
| LAWLOR, BETH DEDRICK | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT | 5352662 |
| ROLLAND, JODI THOMPSON | MANAGER | 2290884 |
| SALSTROM, KYLE NORMAN | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 5025315 |
| TRIPLETT, SHANE T | INSTITUTIONAL SALES MANAGER | 1865319 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 3,905 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 1,516,483,817 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 4 |
| Arbitration | 1 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 | ||
| 08/20/2024 | ||
| 11/28/2023 | ||
| 11/21/2023 |
Red Flags
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