Lowenstein Sandler LLP Data Breach Notice (Vermont Attorney General)

A Social Security number belonging to one of just six people has been exposed in a data breach at Lowenstein Sandler LLP. The law firm filed notice with the Vermont Attorney General on November 13, 2026, listing Social Security numbers as the information involved.

Because a Social Security number cannot be changed or reissued on request, this exposure is permanent. Anyone whose number was included now faces an elevated risk of identity theft and tax fraud that will last for years.

Six People, One Permanent Identifier

The filing names only Social Security numbers. No passwords, no financial account numbers, and no other categories appear in the record. This is genuinely good news: there are no credentials for you to rotate and no immediate account takeover risk tied to this incident.

What matters is the SSN itself. Criminals can use it to file fraudulent tax returns, open accounts in your name, or commit employment and benefits fraud. Unlike a credit card or password, it has no expiration date and cannot be replaced at will.

How to Determine Whether You Are Affected

Lowenstein Sandler LLP is required to notify affected individuals directly, usually by mail. If you receive a letter from the firm, your information was included. Absence of a letter usually means you were not in the group of six, but anyone who has moved since the incident should contact the firm directly to confirm their status.

The filing does not state when the incident occurred, only the November 13, 2026 notification date. The letter remains the only reliable way to know.

What This Exposure Actually Changes

With your Social Security number now outside the firm’s control, the main ongoing risks are tax-related fraud and synthetic identity theft. Monitor your tax filings closely this season and watch for unexpected IRS notices or credit activity.

Place a fraud alert or credit freeze with the three major bureaus. A freeze stops new accounts from being opened in your name and is the single most effective step available when an SSN is exposed.

Practical Steps That Address This Specific Exposure

• Request a credit freeze at Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. It is free and prevents new accounts from being opened with your number.
• File your taxes early so fraudsters cannot file a fake return first and claim your refund.
• Set up IRS online account access at IRS.gov to monitor for suspicious activity on your tax record.
• Review annual credit reports at AnnualCreditReport.com for any accounts you do not recognize.
• Respond promptly to any letter from Lowenstein Sandler LLP requesting additional verification steps they may offer.