Real Estate Fraud Case | Jacko Law Group, PC

According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) complaint filed in Riverside County, California, Paul Ricky Mata (“Mata”), David Kayatta (“Kayatta”) and Mario Pincheira (“Pincheira”) are accused of violating the antifraud provisions of Section 17(a) of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 10(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5. In addition to the fraud charges the SEC has instituted an asset freeze. Mata, Kayatta and Pincheira were able to raise more than $14 million from over 100 investors by convincing them to invest in Secured Capital Investments, LLC and Logos Real Estate Holdings, (collectively, the “Funds”). The Funds were both unregistered and controlled by Mata. Neither fund ever posted any profits. Furthermore, the men misappropriated the proceeds for their own personal use.Mata, Kayatta, and Pincheira used a YouTube channel and other online videos posted to Mata’s website to persuade investors to attend their investment seminars. Their seminars used language such as “Indestructible Wealth” and “Finances God’s Way”, for example, and falsely promised “guaranteed” returns. According to Lorraine B. Echavarria, Associate Director of the SEC’s Los Angeles Regional Office, the SEC alleges that “ under the guise of investment seminars with buoyant slogans, these men enticed investors into investing in purported real estate funds that are nothing more than piggy banks for their personal expenses and unrelated businesses .”At Jacko Law Group, PC , we have spent years developing a thorough understanding of advertising and sales literature regulations. We help firms understand the "dos and don'ts" of advertising and/or marketing and provide disclosures based on regulatory guidance and best practices. For more information or to speak with a securities attorney on this and other related subjects, please contact us at [email protected]or (619) 298-2880.

    
 
 
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Their depth of experience is immediately evidentand they bring a level of practical knowledge. What I truly enjoy is their ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into plain English, often using real, everyday examples that make implementation far more manageable.

They are also incredibly responsive and reliable. In a field where timing matters, their prompt communication and thoughtful guidance have been invaluable.

If you’re looking for a compliance attorney who combines expertise, clarity, and professionalism, I highly recommend them.
  
 
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   Curt Rocca 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Michelle and the team at Jacko Law Group have helped guide through a variety of critical circumstances as we ventured through the uncharted and unfamiliar territory of becoming and successfully operating as an RIA. I have particularly appreciated Michelle's personal involvement and genuine caring about us and our organization. She has been responsive and her counsel has been consistently on-point and helpful. She artfully guided us through our initial filing process and first SEC exam process - which went very well. Very grateful to Michelle and her team.
  
 
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   Nicholas Di Paolo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Michelle and her team were excellent to work with, front to back.  They helped me to understand the challenges ahead and were always proactive in their consultation through every step of my transition.  JLG truly know the wealth management industry very well and did a great job of understanding the challenges unique to my business.  Without them, I can confidently say I would not have felt as comfortable through the transition as I did.  Fortunately, that's not something that stops there - Michelle and her team have kept in touch to ensure that I'm on top of certain administrative issues, trends, and simply showing me that they care about my business and success.  I look forward to continuing to work with them for many years to come.
  
 
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   Margery Neis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dharmi Mehta was extremely helpful when my business partner and I transitioned to a new RIA firm.  She and her staff were all very professional.  Her guidance during our transition was invaluable.  I highly recommend Dharmi and Jacko Law Group.
  
 
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   Joseph Burwell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dharmi and Amandeep were a delight to work with. They assisted me with a claim and stuck with me the entire way through. Dharmi's advice was invaluable, and I was most impressed by her clear and professional communication. From beginning-to-end, both Dharmi and Amandeep kept me well informed. Their entire team are proud of their work and rightfully so. Thank you!
  
 
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   Faruk Jaffer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My mentor once told me that a good attorney is worth their weight in gold — and that couldn't be more true of Michelle and Amanda. Their expertise, professionalism, and responsiveness were top notch every step of the way. It's rare to find legal partners who are not only sharp and thorough, but also genuinely invested in your success. I’m grateful for their guidance and highly recommend them to anyone seeking trusted legal counsel.
  
 
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   everistus etafo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is my great Privilege to share my Review of what Atty Dharmi Mehta of Jacko Law Group did for me and by extension for my family.
From the first time complimentary conversation we had having  spoken to several other Lawyers ,l knew she was the right person for the Job .Because of her background as a former RR ,she was professional,kind, Empathetic,listened and was focused on fighting for me.
From a potential of been terminated with cause ,l was able to walk away with a clean U5 with a validation that l did nothing wrong except what was in the best Interest of my clients.
I hope nobody ever has to go through what l have Experienced, but  if you do ,you want Dharmi Mehta beside you .Rest assured your service Deserve 10 stars but this forum only allows 5.
Me and my family are forever grateful and will make sure that any RR who needs an advocate will know about you .
Everistus Etafo
  
 
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   Karen Althaus 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have worked with Jacko Law Group for 2 different business situations that necessitated an attorney.  In both cases, the team was very thorough & competent.  Their attention to our situation and the extra effort they put into our case(s) was very much appreciated.  I would highly recommend Jacko Law Group!

Alan Markfeld

Dharmi is an excellent securities lawyer who understands the law as it pertains to these cases. She is extremely proactive and represents her clients well. I highly recommend Jacko and Dharmi.

Danielle Martin

I’ve had the privilege of working closely with this firm in my role as Chief Compliance Officer and I can confidently say they are an exceptional compliance partner. Their depth of experience is immediately evidentand they bring a level of practical knowledge. What I truly enjoy is their ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into plain English, often using real, everyday examples that make implementation far more manageable. They are also incredibly responsive and reliable. In a field where timing matters, their prompt communication and thoughtful guidance have been invaluable. If you’re looking for a compliance attorney who combines expertise, clarity, and professionalism, I highly recommend them.

Curt Rocca

Michelle and the team at Jacko Law Group have helped guide through a variety of critical circumstances as we ventured through the uncharted and unfamiliar territory of becoming and successfully operating as an RIA. I have particularly appreciated Michelle's personal involvement and genuine caring about us and our organization. She has been responsive and her counsel has been consistently on-point and helpful. She artfully guided us through our initial filing process and first SEC exam process - which went very well. Very grateful to Michelle and her team.

Nicholas Di Paolo

Michelle and her team were excellent to work with, front to back. They helped me to understand the challenges ahead and were always proactive in their consultation through every step of my transition. JLG truly know the wealth management industry very well and did a great job of understanding the challenges unique to my business. Without them, I can confidently say I would not have felt as comfortable through the transition as I did. Fortunately, that's not something that stops there - Michelle and her team have kept in touch to ensure that I'm on top of certain administrative issues, trends, and simply showing me that they care about my business and success. I look forward to continuing to work with them for many years to come.

Margery Neis

Dharmi Mehta was extremely helpful when my business partner and I transitioned to a new RIA firm. She and her staff were all very professional. Her guidance during our transition was invaluable. I highly recommend Dharmi and Jacko Law Group.

Joseph Burwell

Dharmi and Amandeep were a delight to work with. They assisted me with a claim and stuck with me the entire way through. Dharmi's advice was invaluable, and I was most impressed by her clear and professional communication. From beginning-to-end, both Dharmi and Amandeep kept me well informed. Their entire team are proud of their work and rightfully so. Thank you!

Faruk Jaffer

My mentor once told me that a good attorney is worth their weight in gold — and that couldn't be more true of Michelle and Amanda. Their expertise, professionalism, and responsiveness were top notch every step of the way. It's rare to find legal partners who are not only sharp and thorough, but also genuinely invested in your success. I’m grateful for their guidance and highly recommend them to anyone seeking trusted legal counsel.

everistus etafo

It is my great Privilege to share my Review of what Atty Dharmi Mehta of Jacko Law Group did for me and by extension for my family. From the first time complimentary conversation we had having spoken to several other Lawyers ,l knew she was the right person for the Job .Because of her background as a former RR ,she was professional,kind, Empathetic,listened and was focused on fighting for me. From a potential of been terminated with cause ,l was able to walk away with a clean U5 with a validation that l did nothing wrong except what was in the best Interest of my clients. I hope nobody ever has to go through what l have Experienced, but if you do ,you want Dharmi Mehta beside you .Rest assured your service Deserve 10 stars but this forum only allows 5. Me and my family are forever grateful and will make sure that any RR who needs an advocate will know about you . Everistus Etafo

Karen Althaus

I have worked with Jacko Law Group for 2 different business situations that necessitated an attorney. In both cases, the team was very thorough & competent. Their attention to our situation and the extra effort they put into our case(s) was very much appreciated. I would highly recommend Jacko Law Group!

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