The Cody Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
2049 Century Park East
Floor 11
Los Angeles, CA 90067
(310) 858.4776
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For more than 50 years, we have helped families achieve their goals through personalized financial strategies and proactive service. Our approach is predicated on the belief that substantial wealth has distinctly different needs. We look to simplify financial lives by offering customized strategies for the unique and complex financial needs of our domestic and offshore clients.
The Cody Group
Welcome

The Cody Group helps clients build, manage and preserve their wealth, while consistently providing the highest level of service and integrity. We focus on wealth planning for a select number of successful individuals, families, and charitable foundations. As of April 2024, we oversee $2.1 billion in client assets through strategies that include tax-efficient investing, wealth transfer planning, and concentrated equity strategies.


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Recognition
Patrick Cody
Senior Vice President, International Wealth Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2021-2022
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
About Us
Value Proposition

The Cody Group has been working with clients at Merrill since 1972. Our approach is predicated on the belief that substantial wealth has distinctly different needs and deserves a substantially different level of care.

We look to simplify our clients' financial lives by offering customized strategies for their unique and complex financial needs. We fully utilize Merrill's resources to educate clients on the investment world and the global economy.

With families of our own, we understand the importance of providing a secure future for your loved ones. We are committed to helping you achieve your dreams and preserve your legacy for the generations to come.

Meet Our Team
John P Cody
Senior Vice President, Investment Management Specialist
310.858.4736
Brian Cody
Senior Vice President, International Wealth Advisor
310.858.4776
Patrick Cody,

CFP®, CRPC™

Senior Vice President, International Wealth Advisor
310.858.4706
Desiree R Hoffman
No Officer Title, Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
310.858.4781
Dina Medianti Erglis
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
310.858.4784
About Merrill

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