Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
46yrs
Top 1% by experience in Columbia
47yrs
William Gilmore Simms Oliphant Jr
Financial advisor at LPL Financial
At a glance
Experience47 years (since 1979)
How that compares ?Top advisor by experience in South Carolina
Office1441 Main St. Suite 1050, Columbia, SC 29201
FirmLPL Financial
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Hourly, Flat fee
States licensed ?1 state
Services through LPL Financial
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
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Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 2024 – nowLPL Financial LLCCurrent firm
- 2013 – 2024Janney Montgomery Scott LLCPreviously
- 2006 – 2013StephensPreviously
- Feb 2006 – Jul 2006Citigroup Global Markets Inc.Previously
- 2001 – 2006Legg Mason Wood Walker, IncorporatedPreviously
Questions to ask William
Tailored to William’s registration and firm.
- What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
- At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
- What does a financial plan with you include, and how often is it updated?
- Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
- What would I pay in total each year, in dollars, including fund and trading costs?
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About William
How do I contact William?
Call LPL Financial at 704-733-3300 and ask for William Gilmore Simms Oliphant Jr. William works from the Columbia, SC office.
How long has William been a financial advisor?
William has been in the industry since 1979, about 47 years. Top advisor by experience in South Carolina.
What licenses does William hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is William a fiduciary?
William is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is William paid?
LPL Financial reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, hourly fees, flat or fixed fees. Ask William for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 2, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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