The Briskin Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
1499 Post Road
Fairfield CT 06824
(203) 418.2019
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The Briskin Group believes that good relationships are built through teamwork and involvement, delivered through our advisors, wealth management client associates and access to the global investment capabilities of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America. We want to be your primary source for financial advice and guidance. And we want you to value the dedication and diligence offered to you at each step of the financial planning process.
The Briskin Group
Welcome

At The Briskin Group, we are a multigenerational team committed to delivering highly personalized wealth management solutions. Our diverse perspectives and experience allow us to connect with clients across all life stages—from young professionals to retirees—while maintaining a consistent, long-term approach to financial planning.
We leverage Merrill’s institutionally ranked research to build customized investment portfolios aligned with each client’s unique goals. Many of our clients also benefit from access to Bank of America’s specialized lending, home financing, and trust services, providing a comprehensive platform for managing and preserving wealth.
We proudly serve families across multiple generations, offering thoughtful guidance and building lasting relationships rooted in trust, service, and continuity.



*BofA Global Research was named one of the Top Global Research Firms in 2024 by Extel, formerly Institutional Investor Research
Extel, formerly Institutional Investor Research, announced BofA Global Research as one of the Top Global Research Firms in 2024 based on surveys held throughout the year. Extel creates rankings of the top research analysts in a wide variety of specializations, drawn from the choices of portfolio managers and other investment professionals. The 2024 Global Research Leaders ranking lists sell-side research providers by the combined total number of positions earned across Extel’s 2024 research team surveys. Results of each survey are published separately throughout the year, beginning in March 2024 with the Japan Research Team and concluding in December 2024 with the Global Fixed Income Research Team. Rankings for each poll are determined strictly by using numerical scores. Extel takes the number of votes awarded to each firm in a sector and weight it in relation to the size of the institution responding and rating it awarded. Firms are designated runners-up when their scores fall within 35 percent of the third-place scores. BofA Global Research is research produced by BofA Securities, Inc (“BofAS”) and/or one or more of its affiliates. BofAS is a registered broker-dealer, Member SIPC, and wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation. Rankings and recognition from Extel are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a current or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results and such rankings should not be construed as an endorsement.

Recognition
Deborah Briskin
Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State", 2022-2023
(Published annually Feb – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 – September 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2023
(Published on April 4, 2023. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2022.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
The Briskin Group
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Philosophy

No two people are alike. Consequently, there is no single approach to wealth management that is appropriate for everyone. What matters most to you is what matters most to us. Once we get to know you, your priorities, your goals, risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs and what you want to accomplish over time, only then can the team help you position yourself to identify and address financial challenges and potential opportunities. To that end, we thoughtfully employ our experience and resources to help guide you as you pursue your goals.

Meet Our Team
Deborah Briskin,

CDFA®, CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
203.418.2019
Alexander Lewis Bauer,

CIMA®, CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Investment Management Specialist
203.418.2011
Javier F Dedios,

ADPA™, AWMA™, CFP®, CRPC™, CRPS™

Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
203.418.2020
Additional Resources
The following specialists do not make securities recommendations. Please contact your Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor if you have questions about how a specialist might be able to assist you.
Brendan Duffy
Investment Solutions Group Portfolio Strategist
Bank of America, N.A.
Virginia Dobbs
Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
Lori Patrick
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
About Merrill

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