Security & Compliance
Law firms are high-value targets for cybercriminals—they hold sensitive client data, financial information, and trade secrets. The American Bar Association reports that 29% of law firms experienced a security breach in 2023, yet many still lack basic security controls.
We help law firms implement enterprise-grade security without enterprise complexity. Our approach balances protection with productivity, ensuring your team can work efficiently while your clients' information stays safe.
The Threat Landscape for Law Firms
Understanding the risks is the first step toward protection. These statistics underscore why cybersecurity is no longer optional for legal practices.
Comprehensive Security Services
Our security services are designed specifically for the legal industry, addressing the unique challenges of protecting attorney-client privilege, meeting bar association requirements, and satisfying enterprise client security demands.
Security Audits & Vulnerability Assessments
Comprehensive penetration testing and vulnerability scanning identifies weaknesses before attackers do. Our assessments follow NIST Cybersecurity Framework guidelines and include detailed remediation roadmaps prioritized by risk level.
What's Included
- Network vulnerability scanning
- Web application security testing
- Social engineering assessments
- Physical security reviews
Compliance Documentation & Audit Preparation
Law firms face unique compliance requirements from bar associations, clients, and regulators. We prepare and maintain documentation that satisfies SOC 2 auditors, cyber insurance underwriters, and enterprise client security questionnaires.
What's Included
- Policy and procedure development
- Security awareness training programs
- Audit trail documentation
- Client security questionnaire support
Data Protection & Encryption
Attorney-client privilege demands the highest data protection standards. We implement AES-256 encryption for data at rest and TLS 1.3 for data in transit, ensuring confidential information remains protected throughout its lifecycle.
What's Included
- Full-disk encryption deployment
- Email encryption solutions
- Secure file sharing platforms
- Data loss prevention (DLP) tools
Incident Response Planning & Tabletop Exercises
When a breach occurs, response time is critical. Organizations that contain a breach in less than 200 days save an average of $1.02 million compared to those who take longer. Our incident response plans include clear escalation procedures, communication templates, and regular tabletop exercises.
What's Included
- Incident response plan development
- Quarterly tabletop exercises
- Breach notification procedures
- Forensic investigation partnerships
Infrastructure Hardening & Zero Trust Architecture
Modern threats require modern defenses. We implement zero trust security models where no user or device is trusted by default, combining network segmentation, multi-factor authentication, and continuous verification.
What's Included
- Firewall configuration and management
- Network segmentation
- Multi-factor authentication deployment
- Endpoint detection and response (EDR)
24/7 Managed Security Services (SOC)
Our Security Operations Center provides continuous threat monitoring, using SIEM technology and threat intelligence feeds to detect and respond to incidents in real-time. The average time to identify a breach is 194 days—we aim for minutes.
What's Included
- Real-time threat monitoring
- Security event correlation
- Automated threat response
- Monthly security reporting
Navigating Legal Industry Compliance
The regulatory landscape for law firms has grown increasingly complex. Beyond traditional bar ethics requirements, firms now face demands from cyber insurers, enterprise clients, and privacy regulations. We help you understand and meet these overlapping requirements efficiently.
ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Rule 1.6 requires lawyers to make reasonable efforts to prevent unauthorized access to client information.
State Bar Ethics Requirements
Most state bars have adopted technology competence requirements, making cybersecurity knowledge essential.
HIPAA (Health-Related Practices)
Personal injury and healthcare law practices must meet HIPAA's Security Rule requirements for protected health information.
SOC 2 Type II Compliance
Enterprise clients increasingly require SOC 2 attestation demonstrating security controls are effectively implemented.
Data Privacy Regulations (CCPA, GDPR)
Firms with California or EU clients face strict requirements around data collection, storage, and breach notification.
Cyber Insurance Requirements
Insurers now mandate specific controls—MFA, EDR, backups—and premium costs reflect your security posture.
The Real Cost of Inadequate Security
A data breach at a law firm isn't just an IT problem—it's a business crisis. Beyond the immediate costs of investigation and remediation, firms face potential malpractice claims, bar discipline, and irreparable damage to client relationships built over decades.
The IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report found that organizations using security AI and automation extensively saved an average of $2.22 million per breach compared to those without. Proactive security investment isn't an expense—it's risk management that pays for itself.
IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024
Enterprise clients increasingly require their law firms to demonstrate security competence through certifications, security questionnaires, and even on-site audits. Without proper security posture, you may lose business to better-prepared competitors.
Is Your Firm Prepared?
Most firms don't know their vulnerabilities until it's too late. Our free security assessment evaluates your current posture against industry benchmarks and identifies your most critical risks.
- 45-minute assessment with a security specialist
- Risk scorecard comparing you to industry benchmarks
- Prioritized remediation roadmap
- No obligation, no sales pressure