Aug 20, 2026 – 4.00pmThe total number of new class actions filed in Australia has fallen to its lowest in a decade, but larger payouts and a growing cohort of plaintiff law firms mean money is surging into the system at near-record rates.The figures, compiled by top-tier law firm Mallesons, show the class action system reaching maturity, with new momentum for shareholder class actions and a growing ecosystem of novel claims ranging from breach of privacy to misuse of artificial intelligence.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Class actions drop to decade low, but shareholder claims could surge
The class action system is maturing, with money surging into the system at near-record rates and plaintiff firms thriving.
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