Ryan Morrissey joined Northstar from Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, where he was a financial advisor.

“His loyal clients and commitment to professional excellence are a natural fit for our firm," Brandon Marinelli, partner of Northstar, is reported to have said.

Northstar Wealth Partners, which currently has nine partners as well as four staff, provides financial planning advice, strategies and product solutions to small business owners, senior executives, experienced professionals, retirees and wealthy families.