Why Law Firms Must Prioritize Cybersecurity
Law firms handle highly confidential information, making them prime targets for cybercriminals. Under ABA Model Rule 1.6, lawyers must take reasonable measures to prevent information breaches. By taking cybersecurity seriously, law firms can protect their clients, reputation, and financial well-being.
Why is Cybersecurity Crucial for Legal Practice?
Patient Privacy & Highly Sensitive Data
With sensitive client data, confidential case files and communications at stake, securing this data is essential.
Regulatory Compliance
Law firms must comply with strict data privacy regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and their state’s bar’s data compliance requirements (e.g., CCPA). Non-compliance with protecting client information can result in hefty fines and legal repercussions.
Reputational Risks
A data breach can severely tarnish a law firm’s reputation, eroding client trust and potentially leading to costly litigation and regulatory penalties.
Operational Continuity
Cyber incidents can disrupt operations, causing delays in casework, impacting legal proceedings, lost billable hours, and inability to access critical case files and records.
Key Metrics
65%
of law firms have been victims of a cyber incident, but 35% still do not have a cyber mitigation plan in place.
1 in 3
law firms admitted they experienced a cybersecurity breach in 2023.
40%
of law firms have cyber liability insurance in 2023.
Over>
60%
of organizations examined in the legal sector are exposed to DROWN, a major SSL/TLS vulnerability.
We can help you…
Implement enhanced security
A data breach is the absolute last thing you need at your law firm. We work hard to ensure that your confidential client information is safe and secure, while remaining accessible when you need it.
Create better systems for work
Stop doing things the old-fashioned ways and create modern systems that were custom-made for the way you do business. Implement a secure, modern system for document management, streamline the billing process, and more.
Get more control over spending
Eliminate surprises on your bills and annual charges. You get a predictable monthly bill, with no gotcha charges or other fees. Just the price we agreed on.
Gain control of the technical obstacles in your law firm
From document management to billing and accounting, and even with transcriptions, tech is now an integral part of practicing law. But you don’t have time to lose billable hours because your network is down. And you certainly can’t afford to be working in the least efficient ways possible.
You can give your firm the technical boost it needs to be more productive, maximize uptime, and work harder for your clients.
Finding more efficient ways to work
You need technology that lets you grow as a firm, not tech that holds you back. We work closely with you to find solutions that eliminate low-value work and more time to truly focus on giving your clients the kind of service they deserve. Part of this involves technology that better protects the sensitive client data you have in your business. It also means implementing systems that allow you to be more flexible in how you work and allows you to reduce the time spent on administrative tasks, like billing, without sacrificing accuracy.
Tech support that helps your business thrive
No one has time to deal with everything that comes with managing technology, but especially not when you’re running a busy law firm. To make the best decisions possible, you need to know what works now and what’s going to be working six months from now.
Tech services that drive your practice forward
Each business needs something different when it comes to its technical needs. Some firms need a little help, others need a lot.
That’s why we customize our service agreements to fill the gaps that exist in your company. Services include:
Helpdesk
Don’t lose billable hours because your tech isn’t working. Our highly-trained technicians get you back to work, faster with helpdesk service that’s available whenever you’re working. Don’t let a broken printer stop you from serving your customers. We offer levels 1, 2, and 3 helpdesk service that’s available 24/7 via chat, email, or phone.
Regulatory compliance
Implement platforms that work exactly the way you need them to with our software engineers. We work closely with you to learn your needs, then design an application that helps you serve your clients. This is perfect for creating systems for document management or billing solutions that are built for the way you work.
Email migration
Safely and securely migrate inboxes to new providers with our help. We plan and execute migrations to ensure that no confidential information is lost during the process.
Security and compliance
Don’t wait until someone hacks your system to take security seriously. We let you take a proactive approach to security with 24/7 monitoring that detects attacks the moment they start. Keep your client’s confidential data safe.
Along with managing security, we can train your staff to reduce the risk of human error compromising your business. We give you the information you need to understand the importance of strong passwords, identify phishing attempts, and can even run drills to test how savvy you’ve become.
And, as compliance experts, we also know how to ensure that everything you use meets the regulatory compliances that apply to your business.
IT strategy and planning
Staying on top of new technical developments takes a lot of time and when you’re busy with clients, it can wind up as another task on your to-do list. Our technical experts are always studying what’s new in the tech world and learning what works best for different industries. Get tech advice that lets you prioritize your needs and create a plan to implement the kinds of systems that let you grow.
Managed websites
A good website doesn’t just tell people what you do, it sells them on your services. Our managed website packages give you responsive, SEO-optimized websites that allow you to show up when people search for law firms in your area. We design and create the content for your website, update it, and optimize it to ensure that it’s performing at its best.
Office moving
Reduce the interruptions to your business that come with an office move. We can make sure that your new space has everything you need to move in, plug in, and get back to work. We run cables for your network, install phone lines, and make sure that your server space has everything you need to keep your equipment in peak condition.
Hardware procurement and installation
Looking to upgrade your tech? Let us help. You can take advantage of our deep knowledge (and industry partnership) to find the hardware that your business needs. Whether it’s servers, phones, or new computers for your staff, we will get you set up.
Highlighting Risk: Ransomware Attacks on Law Firms
Kirkland & Ellis, K&L Gates, and Proskauer Rose, three of the largest U.S. law firms, were hit by the Cl0p ransomware group in 2023 as part of attacks that compromised the data of over 16 million people. The hackers posted the law firm names on their leaked site.
– New York Post
Acrisure Cyber Services
understands Law Firms
- Tailored Cybersecurity Solutions: Built for the unique needs of the legal sector.
- Comprehensive Protection: Combining cybersecurity, IT support, and cyber insurance.
- Proven Track Record: Trusted by law firms nationwide.
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Work more efficiently with technology that was designed for the specific needs of your firm and clients. We can implement systems that are secure, improve workflow, and boost compliance. Find out more.