Partner Francis P. McConville and Associate Lisa Strejlau are the authors of the Investor Alert, “The State of Securities Litigation: Key Developments from 2025 and What Lies Ahead.”  This alert examines the securities litigation developments from 2025 and what lies ahead for 2026.  Assessing notable case law and shifting industry dynamics, Frank and Lisa provide an insightful analysis into the emerging trends expected to influence the litigation landscape in the new year.

Taking a comprehensive look back at 2025, the authors delve into the major developments such as the rise of AI washing litigation, tariff related cases, and heightened scrutiny at class certification.

Noting that “many 2025 trends will persist in 2026,” the authors provide forward-looking insights into the next year, anticipating continued AI related and class certification challenges and a growing focus on private credit.  Frank and Lisa also note that if SEC enforcement activity continues to slow as it did in 2025, private securities litigation will remain essential to protecting investors against corporate malfeasance.