Susan Mc Bournie

Gary Mc Guirk is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management, where he focuses on helping clients develop customized wealth management strategies. With over 27 years of experience, Gary and his team emphasize risk tolerance, liquidity needs, cash flow analysis, and after fee/tax returns to create tailored plans that address the unique and evolving wealth preservation needs of families. His approach includes holistic planning that considers both long- and short-term goals, tax-efficient strategies, and wealth transfer to future generations. Before joining Merrill in 2002, Gary was a Managing Director at Robertson Stephens and began his career at Montgomery Securities. He practiced law in Connecticut and Massachusetts from 1987 to 1996. Gary holds a Bachelor’s degree from the College of the Holy Cross and a Juris Doctorate with Honors from the University of Connecticut School of Law. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Gary is actively involved in community and professional organizations, having served on the board of Nativity Preparatory School and supporting local charities such as Campaign for Catholic Schools in Boston and Pine Street Inn. He is also a frequent guest lecturer on finance and economics at the College of the Holy Cross. Outside of work, Gary enjoys boating, cooking, fishing, golfing, hiking, reading, and spending time with his family.