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Hightower Holding, LLC Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Hightower Holding, LLC data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Hightower Holding
Hightower Holding, LLC is the parent company of Hightower Advisors, LLC, a Chicago-based independent wealth management firm. The company supports registered investment advisors (RIAs) by providing resources, partnerships, and acquisitions
The company operates several subsidiaries, including Hightower Securities, LLC and Hightower Trust Company, NA, offering a range of services from investment management to trust and retirement solutions.
What Happened?
On Jan. 9, 2026, Hightower Holding discovered that a user account had been compromised, resulting in unauthorized access to its systems. The company responded by securing its network and launching a thorough investigation with the help of third-party cybersecurity and digital forensic specialists.
The investigation revealed that between Jan. 8 and Jan. 9, 2026, files containing sensitive information were downloaded without authorization.
After reviewing the affected files, Hightower determined that the breach exposed the personal information of approximately 131,483 people in the United States, including 1,557 Maine residents.
Impacted individuals were notified by written letter on March 23, 2026.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Hightower data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help investigate your claim and pursue compensation for any damages or risks you have experienced as a result of this incident.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the below form.
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