Goodwin Partners Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Accounting firm Goodwin Partners recently notified regulators that an unauthorized party infiltrated its network, potentially accessing limited personal data. Individuals who received a breach letter may be entitled to complimentary credit monitoring and legal remedies. Contact our team for a free, confidential case evaluation.
Key Takeaways
- Breach window: August 28 – September 12, 2025
- Discovery date: December 23, 2025
- Notice filed with Maine Attorney General on January 15, 2026
- Data exposed: full name (no additional data elements reported)
- Goodwin Partners is offering complimentary credit monitoring through IDX
What Happened?
Goodwin Partners, LLP (“Goodwin Partners”) reported that an unauthorized party gained access to its network environment between August 28 and September 12, 2025. According to the firm, the intrusion was contained, and third-party cybersecurity professionals were engaged to investigate and secure the system.
Information Exposed
The internal review concluded on December 23, 2025 and confirmed that the affected files contained the following piece of personally identifiable information:
- Full name
No other data elements (such as Social Security numbers or financial details) were identified in the disclosure to the Maine Attorney General.
Goodwin Partners’ Response
Upon learning of the incident, Goodwin Partners:
- Immediately secured and contained the network environment.
- Engaged experienced third-party cybersecurity professionals to conduct a forensic investigation.
- Notified state regulators and began notifying affected individuals.
- Offered complimentary IDX credit-monitoring services to impacted people.
Steps You Can Take Now
- Enroll in IDX credit monitoring. Follow the activation instructions provided in your notification letter.
- Review account statements. Monitor bank, credit-card, and other financial accounts for unauthorized activity.
- Request free credit reports. Visit annualcreditreport.com or contact the nationwide credit bureaus.
- Consider a fraud alert or credit freeze. These tools can make it harder for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name.
- Stay informed about the investigation. Bookmark this page for updates on litigation or settlement developments.
Potential Legal Options
If negligence contributed to the breach, impacted individuals may have claims for statutory damages, credit-monitoring costs, and time spent addressing potential identity theft. Class actions and individual lawsuits are currently being reviewed. Preserve your rights by speaking with a data-breach attorney as soon as possible.
Company Overview
Goodwin Partners, LLP (Goodwin Partners) is a boutique accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts.
- Website: goodwinptnrs.com
- Headquarters: 200 Summit Drive, Suite 210, Burlington, MA, USA
- Year Founded: 2004
- Industry: Accounting
- Employees: 10-50
- LinkedIn: Goodwin Partners on LinkedIn
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Goodwin Partners — what should I do?
Enroll in the complimentary IDX credit-monitoring service, review your financial accounts, and consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze. Keep a copy of the letter for your records.
How do I submit a claim related to the Goodwin Partners data breach?
Contact a qualified data-breach attorney to discuss your circumstances and preserve evidence such as the notification letter and any expenses incurred.
Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Goodwin Partners?
Eligibility depends on factors like residency, the type of data exposed, and any losses suffered. A free legal consultation can help determine your options.
What information did the Goodwin Partners breach expose?
The firm reported that full names contained in certain files were potentially accessed. No other personal data was confirmed in the disclosure.
Did Goodwin Partners offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. The firm is providing complimentary credit-monitoring services through IDX. The duration was not specified in the publicly filed notice.
How many people were affected by the Goodwin Partners breach?
Goodwin Partners did not disclose the total number of impacted individuals in its filing with the Maine Attorney General.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Goodwin Partners?
You can download the notice directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the button above or the link in the Sources sidebar.
