A Paramus, N.J.-based advisor is joining LPL Financial to take his business independent

Michael Cuttita has launched platinum wealth advisors by partnering with Chester, N.J.-based Gladstone Wealth Partners to join LPL’s broker-dealer, hybrid investment advisor and custodial platforms, the companies said last week in a news release.

Cuttita most recently managed approximately $120 million  in client assets with Merrill Lynch.

Headquartered in Fort Mill, S.C., San Diego and Boston, LPL Financial Services is among the nation’s largest broker-dealers. Gladstone Wealth Partners is an RIA affiliate of LPL that serves multiple wealth management channels.