Our story

Since 1976, our clients' well-being has been the whole point.

We've built our practice on a simple principle: every individual and family deserves a thoughtful, well-structured plan that looks at the full picture, not just isolated pieces. When you work with us, we take a comprehensive view of your financial situation, from protection and accumulation to retirement and legacy, so everything works together instead of against itself.

We've had the privilege of serving thousands of clients over the years, and we bring the same care and attention to every relationship. Financial decisions can feel overwhelming, especially around insurance and long-term planning — so we do the heavy lifting and explain things in plain language, not jargon.

The Wilshire Group Financial Services team
Where we've been
1976

Founded in Los Angeles

Started with a commitment to comprehensive, client-first planning.

Since

Thousands of clients served

Individuals, families, and business owners across the nation.

Ongoing

Carrier relationships built on trust

Working with established, A-rated and above financial institutions.

Today

Still local, still personal

Based at 880 W. 1st St in downtown Los Angeles.

Meet the team

The people behind your plan.

Alabel Lavares

Alabel Lavares

LUTCF, FSS, LTCP, RICP, LACP, CLU, ChFC
Insurance, Annuity & Retirement Income Specialist
Top of the Table (MDRT Member)

Peter Lavares

Peter Lavares

LUTCF, LACP
Insurance and Annuity Specialist
Top of the Table (MDRT Member)

Victoria Alden

Victoria Alden

Insurance and Annuity Specialist

Brian Daof

Brian Daof

Insurance and Annuity Specialist
MDRT Member

Joanna Dellosa

Joanna Dellosa

LUTCF, FSS, RICP, LACP, CLU, ChFC
Insurance, Annuity & Retirement Income Specialist
MDRT Member

Oscar Capuli

Oscar Capuli

Insurance Specialist

Melissa Baldonado

Melissa Baldonado

Insurance and Annuity Specialist

Catherine Mendiola

Catherine Mendiola

Back Office Support

Juan Carlo Mendiola

Juan Carlo Mendiola

Back Office Support