Lockton Affinity Lawyer – Cyber security resources and insurance

Increasing Cyber Attacks Against Law Firms

Cyber attacks against law firms are increasing each year. Whether you are answering email, storing data files or running your website, your firm faces risks from doing business online. Most recently, hackers have been focused on stealing money directly from [...]

lalawyer20252026-04-28T21:48:57+00:00February 28, 2026|Cyber insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance, Cyber security, Cyber threats, Industry Information|

What Is Pen Testing and Why Might You Need It?

Pen testing is a common type of cybersecurity exercise companies can use to help find and fix vulnerabilities and even train their workers. Think of it like a “pop quiz” for your law firm, testing out whether you are as [...]

lalawyer20252025-11-10T17:33:43+00:00November 10, 2025|Cyber insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance, Cyber security, Cyber threats, Law firm risks, Risk management|

Emerging Threats: Cybercrime as a Service

While the dollar doesn’t go as far as it used to, cybercrime mayhem is surprisingly cheap — as little as $5 a hack. This sort of attack has been dubbed "cybercrime as a service." It’s an emerging cybersecurity threat that [...]

lalawyer20252025-06-17T20:42:16+00:00June 17, 2025|Cyber insurance, Cyber security, Cyber threats, Cybercrime, Insurance Information|

Cybersecurity 101: What Is Ransomware?

Ransomware is a top threat for law firms, accounting for a high percentage of cyber attacks. Yet more than half of organizations may be underprepared. For non-technical professionals, questions abound. Since incidents vary so much from one attack to the [...]

lalawyer20252025-02-14T22:09:02+00:00February 14, 2025|Cyber insurance, Cyber security, Insurance Information, Law firm risks|

Cyber Coverages Explained

Cyber insurance has dramatically evolved since the first coverages were added to other policy forms in the 1990s. Traditionally, cyber coverages were only considered necessary in the technology industry — or for those providing technology-related professional services. It was the [...]

lalawyer20252025-10-01T18:14:01+00:00October 25, 2024|Cyber security, Insurance Information|

Top Cyber Breaches of 2023

Cyber breaches were in the news a lot in 2023. In fact, 2023 was one of the most significant years on record for cybersecurity incidents. Even if you and your law firm didn’t have a hack, you may have still [...]

lalawyer20252025-10-01T18:23:56+00:00June 29, 2024|Cyber security, Law firm risks|

Why You May Need Cyber Liability With Your Legal Professional Liability Coverage

Do you have insurance for all the risks you and your law firm face? Many lawyers do not. Legal professional liability coverage is common these days, as lawyers attempt to mitigate the risk of third-party claims. But some claims may [...]

lalawyer20252025-10-01T18:51:57+00:00November 16, 2023|Cyber security|

Cloud Technology and Remote Workforces

In the wake of the pandemic, the adoption of cloud technology and remote workforces in the legal sector is accelerating, prompting lawyers and law firms to manage new and emerging risks. There will always be growing pains during a digital [...]

lalawyer20252025-10-01T20:04:21+00:00April 7, 2021|Attorney Protective, Cyber security|

All Things Digital: Best Practice Tips for Your Firm’s Digital Presence

Email, texting, social media, websites, billing systems—The digital connections you use to do your job every day can present a risk, particularly as a lawyer obligated to professional ethical standards. Implement these six tips for your firm's digital presence. Prioritize [...]

lalawyer20252025-10-01T20:11:17+00:00February 1, 2021|Cyber security, Professional liability insurance, Swiss Re|

Fake Client and Counterfeit Check Scams Affecting Law Firms

The threats facing the law profession continue to evolve. Most recently, some lawyers and law firms have faced fake client and counterfeit check scams. The scheme has resulted in the loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars from the trust [...]

lalawyer20252025-10-01T20:22:12+00:00November 18, 2020|Attorney Protective, Cyber security, Professional liability insurance|

Cyber security and cyber liability insurance resources for lawyers and law firms