Money Can't Buy happiness, but it could buy freedom.

Since our inception in 2005, our driving force has been to simplify the path to financial freedom for our clients, enabling them to focus on what truly matters most — the freedom to enjoy their lives.

We are Hawkins Laakso. Freedom Simplified.

We collaborate with accomplished entrepreneurs and executives to establish a family office experience tailored to realize their financial aspirations by assisting them in overseeing, expanding, and safeguarding their wealth.

Your Trusted Partners in Wealth Management

Your financial aspirations deserve world-class strategies tailored to your family's unique needs and goals. At Hawkins Laakso, we provide a bespoke family office experience that simplifies the complexities of wealth management and helps you preserve, grow, and enhance your assets with confidence. By combining decades of expertise with innovative financial solutions, we are dedicated to ensuring your success and peace of mind.

Our Approach: Transforming Complexity Into Clarity

Hawkins Laakso specializes in offering a comprehensive suite of services designed to address every aspect of financial management. Whether it's crafting tax-efficient investment strategies, planning for multi-generational estates, or managing risk, our team is committed to providing tailored solutions that align with your vision for the future. Our services include wealth management, risk management, tax-efficient investment solutions, retirement planning, estate planning strategies, and business planning. By delivering financial clarity and highly personalized advice, we enable you to focus on what matters most—your priorities and goals.

Our Founders: Over Five Decades of Expertise

With over 50 years of combined experience, Founding Partners George Wesley Hawkins and Christopher Michael Laakso bring unparalleled expertise to guiding high-net-worth families and business owners. George focuses on optimizing wealth and investment strategies, while Chris specializes in designing innovative financial planning solutions tailored to preserving and protecting wealth. Together, they combine their leadership and vision to provide comprehensive, high-touch services designed around the complexities of your unique financial needs.

Why Choose Hawkins Laakso?

At Hawkins Laakso, we pride ourselves on delivering boutique service with global expertise. Unlike larger firms, we offer a more personalized approach while leveraging the sophisticated tools, insights, and strategies trusted by institutions worldwide. With a proven track record of fostering trusted relationships and helping clients achieve wealth preservation, financial independence, and generational impact, we stand out as leaders in the field. Our team is committed to helping you create a financial legacy that endures for generations and reflects your values and aspirations.

Decades of trust through our partnership

Since joining Equitable Advisors in 1998 and 2001, respectively, George and Chris have built a reputation rooted in trust and professionalism. This long-standing partnership demonstrates our unwavering commitment to delivering stable, ethical, and innovative financial guidance. Hawkins Laakso's relationship with Equitable Advisors ensures access to powerful tools and financial insights, empowering our clients with the confidence to make informed decisions for their future.

Ready to Make Your Vision a Reality?

At Hawkins Laakso, we believe your wealth deserves strategies as unique as you are. Whether you're looking to simplify wealth management, create lasting impact, or secure your financial future for generations, our team is here to help. Schedule a consultation today to discover how we can bring your financial vision to life and help you achieve your most important goals.

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