This is the only official SOE post I could find on this today. The log in server was down last night for around 1 1/2 hours also. I can't log in game, launch pad, forums or service to send a ticket :( Am getting really tired of this too.
"We are experiencing some issues with our login servers that may be preventing some customers from logging in. We appreciate your patience while we resolve the issues."
Rich "Greeblen" Schmelter
Senior Community Relations Manager
Sony Online Entertainment LLC
http://forums.station.sony.com/swg/posts/list.m?topic_id=882430