Connell Family Office & Management Data Breach

Connell Family Office & Management, Inc. (“Connell”) has disclosed a recent data breach that may have exposed sensitive personal information. Although there is no evidence of identity theft or fraud, the company is offering affected individuals complimentary credit monitoring, identity restoration services, and identity theft insurance. Affected individuals may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit for compensation.

Connell Family Office & Management, Inc.’s Data Breach Investigation

Connell Family Office & Management, Inc., based in Boston, Massachusetts, has informed affected individuals of a recent security incident involving unauthorized access to certain personal information. The company detected the breach and launched a thorough investigation upon learning of the incident. The investigation revealed that personal data, including names and Social Security numbers, was potentially accessed during the breach.

While Connell has no indication of misuse of the exposed information, they are notifying individuals out of an abundance of caution. The breach occurred as a result of unauthorized access to certain files containing personally identifiable information (PII). Connell has taken significant measures to prevent further incidents and protect the confidentiality of personal data in the future.

In addition to improving its security practices, Connell is offering affected individuals a free three-year membership to Experian IdentityWorks, which includes credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and identity restoration services.

When Did This Breach Occur?

• Breach Date: April 25, 2025
• Breach Discovered: February 23, 2026
• Consumer Notification Date: March 24, 2026

What Information Was Breached?

The exposed data may have included the following:

• Name
• Social Security number

While the breach involved a small amount of information, the exposure of Social Security numbers presents a significant risk of identity theft and financial fraud.

What You Can Do

If you received a notification from Connell Family Office & Management, Inc. or believe your information was compromised, here are the steps you should take to protect yourself:

1. Enroll in Identity Protection Services: Connell is offering a complimentary three-year subscription to Experian IdentityWorks, which includes credit monitoring and identity theft protection services. Be sure to enroll by the specified deadline (June 30, 2026) to take full advantage of the services.
   • Visit Experian IdentityWorks to register and activate the membership.
2. Monitor Your Financial Accounts: Review your credit card statements and bank account activity regularly to identify any unauthorized transactions. If you spot anything unusual, report it immediately to your financial institution.
3. Review Your Credit Reports: You are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). You can obtain your free reports from Annual Credit Report.
4. Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file, which will alert potential creditors to verify your identity before extending credit. Alternatively, you can place a credit freeze, which will prevent creditors from accessing your credit report entirely.
5. Stay Vigilant for Phishing and Fraud: Be cautious of unsolicited emails or phone calls asking for personal information. Scammers often exploit exposed data to conduct phishing attacks and other forms of fraud.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Connell Family Office & Management, Inc.

If you were notified by Connell or believe your personal information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit and seek compensation for any harm caused.

Class action lawsuits provide a way for affected individuals to collectively seek compensation for damages related to identity theft, financial fraud, and the time and resources spent addressing the breach. By joining a class action, you can hold Connell accountable for its failure to adequately protect sensitive personal information.

Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with an experienced attorney skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, discovered you were impacted, or have questions about your rights, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to get started. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner, and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.