About Moore & Van Allen PLLC
Moore & Van Allen PLLC, a law firm based in Charlotte, NC, faced a data breach incident involving unauthorized access to their computer network. The breach specifically affected a small number of individuals, including four residents of Maine. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities even reputable law firms can face in managing sensitive client information. Following the breach, the firm took immediate steps to notify those affected and provide them with necessary support.
What Happened
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (“MVA”) recently completed an investigation of an incident involving unauthorized activity on its computer network. Upon learning of that unauthorized activity, MVA took immediate action to contain the incident and began an investigation with the assistance of outside cybersecurity experts. The investigation determined that an unauthorized actor accessed MVA’s systems for approximately twenty minutes on August 15, 2025, and acquired copies of certain files. MVA reviewed the files involved and, on September 3, 2025, determined that they contained the name and Social Security number of four (4) Maine residents.
The breach occurred on August 15, 2025, when an unauthorized actor accessed MVA’s systems and acquired certain files. The incident affected four Maine residents whose names and Social Security numbers were compromised.
Next Steps
Affected users are advised to remain vigilant by reviewing their account statements for suspicious activity. MVA has sent notifications to the impacted individuals and recommends following the “Additional Steps You Can Take” section in the notification letter for further guidance. It’s important to promptly report any unauthorized transactions to relevant financial institutions and law enforcement agencies. Users should also consider placing fraud alerts or credit freezes on their accounts to prevent further unauthorized access.
Identity Theft Protection Services
MVA has arranged for affected individuals to receive complimentary identity theft protection services through Experian. These services include a one-year membership in Experian IdentityWorks, which offers credit monitoring, identity theft restoration, and up to $1 million in identity theft insurance. Impacted individuals can enroll in this service at no cost and without affecting their credit score. Additionally, Experian’s Identity Restoration specialists are available to assist with any credit or non-credit related fraud issues for one year from the date of the notification letter.