Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP, an international law firm, experienced a data security incident where client data was accessed and potentially copied. The breach occurred on October 23, 2025, and the firm discovered it on October 27, 2025. The firm engaged data security experts and reported the matter to law enforcement.
This incident involved various types of personal information, including names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, government-issued IDs, passport numbers, financial account details, and medical information. The total number of affected individuals reported was 46,602, with specific numbers in states such as Texas, South Carolina, Massachusetts, Washington, Maine, and New Hampshire. Fried Frank stated that the exposed data was unlikely to be distributed or used improperly.
Consumer notification letters were mailed starting January 30, 2026, and the firm offered two years of complimentary credit and identity monitoring services through Equifax. It is important to note that additional details about the breach may emerge over time, and notices to some individuals may be delayed.