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JFS Wealth Advisors Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the JFS Wealth Advisors, 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 JFS Wealth Advisors
JFS Wealth Advisors, LLC is a national financial services firm based in Hermitage, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1986, the company serves individuals, families, and businesses in more than 40 states through nine offices.
The firm provides a wide range of services, including financial planning, investment strategies, tax compliance, business retirement plans, estate planning and management, and consulting for business growth and transitions. JFS Wealth Advisors is part of the Focus Financial Partners network, which connects it to a larger group of advisory firms and resources.
What happened?
In August 2025, JFS Wealth Advisors discovered suspicious activity in a corporate email account. An investigation determined that a threat actor accessed certain email messages between July 30, 2025, and Aug. 19, 2025. A review completed on Sept. 30, 2025 revealed that sensitive information was present in the compromised emails.
Information exposed
- Names
- Social Security numbers
JFS Wealth Advisors reported the breach to the Massachusetts Attorney General on Oct. 29, 2025. In Massachusetts alone, 865 people were affected by the incident. The company is notifying impacted individuals by mail.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from JFS Wealth Advisors about this data breach, it is important to know your rights and the steps you can take to protect yourself. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring and identity restoration services: Enroll in the 24 months of IDX credit monitoring and identity restoration services, offered by the firm.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the JFS Wealth Advisors data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help affected individuals pursue possible claims related to the exposure of personal information.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the form below.
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