Jason S. Rathod

Jason S. Rathod is a skilled class action attorney with a focus on consumer protection, product defect litigation, and data privacy. He has played a leading role in several nationwide cases, including those related to dangerous medical devices and vehicle theft defects, helping secure settlements valued at over $1.7 billion and $200 million, respectively.

Jason began his academic journey at Grinnell College, earning a B.A. with honors in Political Science and Religious Studies in 2006. He later obtained his J.D. from Duke University School of Law in 2010, where he served as Articles Editor for the Duke Law Journal and contributed to legal advocacy efforts abroad, including public interest litigation work in India.

Jason has served in key leadership positions on court-appointed committees in high-profile multidistrict litigations. His experience includes co-chairing science and expert committees, drafting successful appellate briefs, and trying class action cases that resulted in significant verdicts and settlements. His work spans insurance overcharges, vehicle defects, and deceptive trade practices.

Jason also advocates for workers in wage theft and employment misclassification claims. His representation has helped recover millions of dollars in unpaid wages for assistant managers, servers, and independent contractors. His efforts led to multi-million-dollar settlements against large corporations across various industries.

Jason’s expertise extends to civil rights and environmental litigation. He has represented detained migrants and consumer groups in actions that achieved financial relief and changes in business practices. His legal writings have been cited by federal agencies and featured in peer-reviewed journals, further solidifying his authority in class action law.

Jason S. Rathod has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2017 to 2023. His consistent leadership in high-stakes litigation and commitment to public interest law demonstrate his impact on both the legal field and the communities he serves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Migliaccio & Rathod LLP
• Member, District of Columbia State Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
• Member, United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
• Member, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
• Member, United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
• Member, United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
• Member, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
• Member, United States District Court for the District of Columbia
• Member, United States District Court for the District of Maryland
• Member, United States District Court for the District of Nebraska
• Member, United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
• Member, United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
• Member, United States District Court for the District of Colorado
• Member, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
• Member. United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Illinois

Education

• Duke University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Grinnell College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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