The Moriarty Barakat Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
110 N Wacker Dr
Chicago IL 60606
(312) 696.7662
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Mission Statement
The Moriarty Barakat Group We are known for our ability to “listen hard” and help families cut through to what truly matters to them.  Our clients are predominantly self-made people from varied backgrounds with one important common characteristic – they are all too busy to do it themselves.  That’s where we come in; we collaborate and assist in getting things done in all aspects of their lives.
Welcome

For more than two decades, we have offered personalized attention and the feel of a smaller, boutique-like firm with the power and insights of a global financial institution. We tailor everything we do for our clients and deliver customized, innovative financial strategies because we know they all have unique situations.

The Moriarty Barakat Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
110 N. Wacker Drive
Mail Code: IL4-110-17-00
Chicago, IL 60606
312-696-7662

Recognition
Mike Barakat
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Next Generation Wealth Advisors", 2023-2024
(Published annually Aug – Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
The Moriarty Barakat Group
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2024-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Philosophy

DELIVER A CLIENT EXPERIENCE BEYOND WHAT IS EXPECTED

We pride ourselves on being strategic thinkers. We take advantage of our experience and instincts to read between the lines and are able to quickly identify what is really important to our clients. We go above and beyond, focus on addressing their concerns and assisting them through key transitions in their lives. We use our ability to anticipate potential upcoming circumstances, identify issues they hadn't thought about, provide proper advice and work hard to get things done so they can go on with their lives.

The Moriarty Barakat Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
110 N. Wacker Drive
Mail Code: IL4-110-17-00
Chicago, IL 60606
312-696-7662

Meet Our Team
Robert Moriarty,

CPWA®

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
312.696.7598
Mike Barakat,

CFA

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
312.696.7662
Rodolfo Razo
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
312.696.2084
Vicki A Rios,

CRPC™

Officer, Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
312.696.7530
Barbara J Hughes
Wealth Management Client Associate
312.269.5122
Additional Resources
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Wealth Strategist
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About Merrill

Bringing fresh perspectives to your financial life

The financial decisions you make today can help determine the future you build for yourself and your family. Carving a clear path forward starts with connecting your life and finances. A Merrill advisor provides access to the investing insights of Merrill and banking capabilities of Bank of America to help you make informed decisions as you pursue your goals.

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