Bank of America has hired 
Stefan Yurica as a principal in institutional equity derivative sales from a similar role at 
Morgan Stanley. He starts today, reporting to 
Dean Curnutt, head of the group, who was unavailable for immediate comment. 
Melissa Fox, spokeswoman, said Yurica is replacing 
Darol Ryan, who left for 
JPMorgan (DW, 4/13). Fox said Yurica's responsibilities are expanded over Ryan's, but did not comment on specifics. 
Mary Claire Delaney, Morgan Stanley spokeswoman, declined comment on a replacement.