October 2018 - Lockton Affinity Lawyer

Does your Social Media Conduct Violate Professional Rules?

Violations of Social Media Conduct

More and more lawyers are using social media to take advantage of the effortless accessibility to the public. With so many law firms and lawyers participating, it is wise to review the professional conduct rules governing communication and advertising. Understanding the rules while navigating the uncharted waters of social media can make the difference between great marketing and

Wire Transfer Schemes Are Becoming More Sophisticated

Protect yourself with a double security protocol and remember to never send a wire based upon an email alone.

Fraudsters continue to successfully misdirect wire transfers by inserting themselves into email exchanges between parties of real estate and other transactions. Sophisticated fraudsters, however, are no longer just hacking a real estate broker or law firm’s computer server to commit this wire fraud. Fraudsters