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Perkins Coie LLP data breach investigation

Perkins Coie LLP, a major law firm, reported a data breach to the Indiana Attorney General in June 2026. If you received a notification letter, it confirms that your personal information was exposed during an incident on January 26, 2026, raising concerns about data security and the firm's protective measures.

Filed
June 3, 2026
Regulator
Indiana AG
People affected
Not stated
File status
Investigation Open

What the filing confirms

  • Perkins Coie LLP reported the incident to the Indiana Attorney General.

Still unknown

  • Which categories of personal information were taken. The filing does not list them.
  • How many people were affected. The filing does not give a number.
  • What caused the incident beyond the description in the filing.
  • How the attackers got in, and whether basic safeguards such as multi-factor sign-in were in place.

Investigation notes

Perkins Coie LLP, an international law firm that handles highly sensitive client information, recently confirmed a data breach affecting individuals whose personal information was stored within its systems. The firm officially reported this incident to the Indiana Attorney General on June 3, 2026. This notification confirms that an unauthorized party gained access to their network on or around January 26, 2026.

While the specific categories of information compromised are not detailed in the public record, the firm's operations typically involve a broad range of personal data. If you received a notification letter from Perkins Coie LLP, it signifies that your personal information was among the data accessed during this security event.

For those affected, the exposure of personal information can lead to various risks, including identity theft, financial fraud, and other forms of misuse. It is important to treat such notifications seriously, as they are a formal acknowledgment of a potential compromise of your private details.

Immediate steps you can take include carefully reviewing the breach notification letter for any advice provided by Perkins Coie LLP. Consider placing a fraud alert or freezing your credit with major credit bureaus, and actively monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Remaining vigilant is key to mitigating potential harm.

This incident initiates an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the breach, including the security measures Perkins Coie LLP had in place and the timeframe attackers had access to sensitive data. Companies entrusted with personal information have a legal obligation to protect it from unauthorized access, and questions about the adequacy of those protections often arise after such events.

If you have received a data breach notification from Perkins Coie LLP, you may be eligible to explore potential legal avenues to seek compensation for damages or losses incurred. Our firm offers a complimentary, no-obligation case review to help you understand your rights and options following this data security incident.

What our attorneys examine

A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether Perkins Coie LLP used reasonable security, how long it kept the data, and how quickly it told the people affected. Those questions decide whether a class action or individual claim is possible. Read more on how ransomware lawsuits work, or browse other incident files in Indiana.

Perkins Coie LLP data breach questions

Is the Perkins Coie LLP data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from Perkins Coie LLP in the mail matches the breach Perkins Coie LLP reported to the Indiana Attorney General on June 3, 2026. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact Perkins Coie LLP through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did Perkins Coie LLP offer free credit monitoring?
Any free monitoring Perkins Coie LLP is offering will be described in the notice you received, along with an activation code and a sign-up deadline. Using the free service won't stop you from joining a lawsuit or settlement later.
Is there a Perkins Coie LLP data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against Perkins Coie LLP. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
What should I do after getting the Perkins Coie LLP data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Do I need a Perkins Coie LLP data breach lawyer or attorney?
An attorney can read your notice and tell you whether a claim makes sense. A case review here is free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.
Can I sue Perkins Coie LLP over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Indiana and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
How much could a Perkins Coie LLP data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no Perkins Coie LLP settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.

Other open files in Indiana

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