What is the current status of Batton 2 — Compass?

The Batton 2 — Compass case is currently Ongoing.

Who filed Batton 2 — Compass?

Batton 2 — Compass was filed by Susman Godfrey in Northern District of Illinois.

Am I eligible for compensation from Batton 2 — Compass?

Eligibility for compensation depends on whether you bought or sold a home during the class period and in the affected jurisdiction. Check the case details for specific eligibility requirements or consult with the settlement administrator.

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Batton 2 — Compass

Mya Batton et al v. National Association of Realtors et al - Compass (Batton 2)

OngoingNAR Commission Antitrust

Quick Facts

Filed

November 2, 2023

Jurisdiction

Northern District of Illinois

Plaintiff Firm

Susman Godfrey

Next Milestone

Class certification hearing Q2 2026

Key Issue

Compass allegedly conspired with NAR and other brokerages to inflate buyer-agent commissions, harming homebuyers who purchased homes using Compass-affiliated agents

Industry Impact

Motion to Dismiss denied March 25, 2026; Compass must face trial on buyer commission antitrust claims. Compass is the nation's largest independent brokerage by agent count.

Case Timeline

Key events and milestones in this case

Batton 2 Filed — Compass Named

November 2, 2023

Compass named as defendant in Batton 2 homebuyer antitrust case alongside NAR, Redfin, eXp, Weichert, and United Real Estate

Motion to Dismiss Filed

2024

Compass files motion to dismiss, arguing plaintiffs failed to state a viable antitrust claim

MTD Denied

March 25, 2026

Federal judge denies Compass's motion to dismiss; case proceeds toward class certification

Class Certification Hearing

Q2 2026 (est.)

Class certification hearing scheduled to determine whether homebuyer claims can proceed as a class action

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Ongoing

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