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Why Cybersecurity Matters for Law Firms
Lawyers have access to trade secrets, intellectual property, merger and acquisition details, personally identifiable information (PII), and confidential attorney-client-privileged data of their clients. And while it’s not unreasonable to think that a corporation can afford a sophisticated cybersecurity strategy, many law firms either cannot afford cybersecurity or do not prioritize it.
Failing to keep data secure is more than just a huge risk for you and your firm, it can also have incredibly negative consequences for your clients. This is why law firms have become targets within the hacker community. They contain all the desired information with less cybersecurity, on average. According to the 2019 ABA Cybersecurity Tech Report, 26% of law firms experienced a form of data breach. You don’t want your law firm to become part of that statistic. That is why data security should be a top priority for Law Firms. If criminals penetrate your firm’s security, the consequences can be extensive ranging from minor embarrassments to serious legal issues, including:
According to the American Bar Association (ABA) Rule 1.6: Confidentiality of Information, lawyers should “make reasonable efforts to prevent the inadvertent or unauthorized disclosure of, or unauthorized access to, information relating to the representation of a client”. Additionally, the ABA has also released several Ethics Opinions (such as Securing Communication of Protected Client Information and Lawyers Obligations After an Electronic Data Breach or Cyberattack) which provide guidance for lawyers on how to address cybersecurity.
To comply with the obligations of the American Bar Association, Cybernon will show that your law firm is making all reasonable efforts to protect your firm’s data including:
It’s also important to keep these ethical responsibilities and best practices in mind when adding information technology to your firm. Cybernon will ensure your regulatory obligations are met by better protecting your firm’s data (client data) via streamlined processes, enhanced security infrastructure, and encryption.
Data security laws can vary with location. Cybernon assists your firm to understand the legal responsibilities in the event of a breach.
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