Looks like they are closing shop.
http://www.northamericanclearing.com/
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Important Notice
Update from Robert N. Gilbert, Esq., Trustee of North American Clearing, Inc.
July 31, 2008
In light of the recent financial difficulties facing North American Clearing, Inc., the Securities Investor Protection Corporation("SIPC") petitioned the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida to appoint a Trustee to oversee the liquidation of North American Clearing, Inc. On July 28, 2008, the Honorable Judge John Antoon, II granted SIPC's request by entering an order appointing Robert N. Gilbert, Esq., Trustee of North American Clearing, Inc. Effective July 28, 2008, Mr. Gilbert will serve as Court Appointed Trustee of North American Clearing, Inc., and in this role will oversee its liquidation in accordance with the Securities Investor Protection Act of 1970, as amended ("SIPA", 15 U.S.C. section 78aaa et seq.).
The Primary purpose of SIPA is to protect individual investors from financial hardship resulting from the failure of a member firm such as North American Clearing, Inc. SIPC, which was created pursuant to SIPA, is charged with advancing funds to securities customers of member firms within the parameters of SIPA. The appointment of a Trustee is the first step in that process.
Effective immediately, all correspondence to North American Clearing, Inc., should be sent to the following address:
North American Clearing, Inc.
c/o Robert N. Gilbert, as Trustee
P.O. Box 4966
Orlando, FL 32802-4966
During the days ahead, the Trustee and his staff will perform a comprehensive analysis of North American Clearing, Inc.'s records, financial affairs,assets and liabilities. As additional information becomes available which needs to be communicated to customers and creditors, the trustee will post such information on this website or a new website he is currently setting up. Your patience during this time is greatly appreciated.
Robert N. Gilbert
Court Appointed Trustee of North American Clearing, Inc.