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Retirement assets received in a divorce settlement may be available to creditors, a federal court has ruled. The decision may have far-reaching consequences for clients.

Newcomer F3Logic makes an impressive $2.5 billion debut.

Executives say valuing friendliness alongside other factors is helping to drive a record $66 million in incoming production this year.

The need for scale is forcing a reassessment of M&A strategy.

The firm has seen a number of planners exit in recent months.

In a perfect world, a negotiated peace will make winners of all parties, including clients.

The deal could grow Baird’s headcount by about 44%.

The partnership gives the world's largest asset manager access to a “growing but fragmented” set of RIAs, says an executive.

The board is calling for public comment on a variety of changes and released FAQs for planners about new standards of conduct taking effect next year.

To prepare for questions — and their own filings — planners should note these tips.