Blackbird Capital Partners, LLC, Andrew D. Kelley, and Paul H. Shumway
The SEC took action against Blackbird Capital Partners and its principals for investment fraud, and a $2,372,259.32 fund is being distributed to the 67 investors who were harmed. If you're one of them, you don't need to do anything — the Commission already knows who gets paid.
Investors previously identified by the Commission who were harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the Complaint (67 investors total). Payout: $2,372,259.32 divided pro rata among 67 defrauded investors based on net losses. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 17, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You must be one of the 67 investors the SEC previously identified as harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the complaint. This is a closed list — the Commission determined who qualifies, so there's no open sign-up.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Investors previously identified by the Commission who were harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the Complaint (67 investors total)
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Unknown.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
How hard is this claim to file?
✅ You do not need to file — payment is automatic.
Watch out for
- Because the SEC is running this distribution directly, you will never be asked to pay a fee or provide a credit card to receive your share — any such request is a scam.
- The 67 eligible investors were identified by the Commission; if you were not previously in contact with the SEC about this case, you may not be on the list and should contact the Office of Distributions to find out.
- No deadline is published for contacting the SEC, but distribution plans move on court schedules — don't delay if you think you were missed.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
No claim form is needed — Noel Gittens (Distribution Agent); Miller Kaplan Arase LLP (Tax Administrator) issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
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1Check whether you received any correspondence from Noel Gittens (the court-appointed Distribution Agent) or the SEC's Office of Distributions — that is how eligible investors are notified.
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2If you believe you were harmed by Blackbird Capital Partners, Andrew D. Kelley, or Paul H. Shumway and have NOT been contacted, reach out to the SEC directly at ENFOfficeofDistributions@sec.gov.
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3Keep records of your original investment in Blackbird Capital Partners — account statements, wire confirmations, or subscription agreements — in case the distribution agent needs to verify your net losses.
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4Watch the SEC case page for any updated distribution plan orders, since the court can issue supplemental orders that affect timing or amounts.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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How we verified this record
Optional, but it's the whole point — every field below traces to a named official source we re-check on a schedule.
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Administrator the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
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- Proof requirement queued for re-check
- Official claim link queued for re-check
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Eligibility summary
Investors previously identified by the Commission who were harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the Complaint (67 investors total)
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The Plan provides that the distribution of the Fair Fund shall be made to investors, previously identified by the Commission, who were harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the Complaint.
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Payment status
Unknown
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
On July 30, 2020, the Court entered an Order and Memorandum Decision that appointed Noel Gittens, a Commission employee, as the Distribution Agent of the Fair Fund and approved the Commission's Distribution Plan.
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Estimated payout
$2,372,259.32 divided pro rata among 67 defrauded investors based on net losses
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The S.E.C. proposes dividing the recovered funds between sixty-seven defrauded investors on a pro rata basis.
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Administrator
Noel Gittens (Distribution Agent); Miller Kaplan Arase LLP (Tax Administrator)
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Utah, Central Division
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Automatic refund
Yes — automatic, no claim needed
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
2:17-cv-01199-TC
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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No-claim explanation
Distribution made to 67 investors previously identified by the Commission; no public claim process — SEC distributes directly to known harmed investors
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The Plan provides that the distribution of the Fair Fund shall be made to investors, previously identified by the Commission, who were harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the Complaint.
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Case name
Securities and Exchange Commission v. Blackbird Capital Partners, LLC
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Blackbird Capital Partners, LLC, Andrew D. Kelley, and Paul H. Shumway settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Blackbird Capital Partners, LLC, Andrew D. Kelley, and Paul H. Shumway settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Noel Gittens (Distribution Agent); Miller Kaplan Arase LLP (Tax Administrator) under case 2:17-cv-01199-TC in U.S. District Court for the District of Utah, Central Division. File only through the official settlement website (www.sec.gov); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 17, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Investors previously identified by the Commission who were harmed by the fraudulent conduct alleged in the Complaint (67 investors total)
How much can I get from the Blackbird Capital Partners, LLC, Andrew D. Kelley, and Paul H. Shumway settlement?
$2,372,259.32 divided pro rata among 67 defrauded investors based on net losses. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
Where is the official Blackbird Capital Partners, LLC, Andrew D. Kelley, and Paul H. Shumway claim form?
No claim form is needed — Distribution made to 67 investors previously identified by the Commission; no public claim process — SEC distributes directly to known harmed investors Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Do I need to file a claim to get paid?
No. The SEC already identified all 67 investors who qualify. Distributions are made automatically — there's nothing to submit.
How much will I receive?
Your payment comes from the $2,372,259.32 total fund and is based on your net losses from the fraud. Each investor's share varies.
Is there a deadline to participate?
No public filing deadline has been listed — because this isn't a traditional opt-in settlement. If you were identified by the Commission, you're already in line.
How do I know if I'm one of the 67 investors?
The SEC determined the list of eligible investors as part of the enforcement case. If you invested with Blackbird Capital Partners and suffered losses, check any correspondence you received from the SEC or the distribution agent.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
No claim needed — payment is automatic
If you qualify, the settlement pays you automatically. There's nothing to file — just keep an eye on your mail or account around the payment date.
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Listed on the official settlement website (Noel Gittens (Distribution Agent)).
Status history
Every status and verification change we have recorded for this settlement, newest first. We log the date we made each change; we never publish the underlying evidence link.
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- Verified field details updated from an official source.
Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.