Cybersecurity Essentials For Law Firms
Presenters : Nicolene Schoeman-Louw
Overview
In an era where cyber threats are increasingly targeting the legal sector, understanding cybersecurity is now a necessity. Law firms handle vast amounts of sensitive client information, making them prime targets for cybercriminals. Without proper cybersecurity measures, legal practitioners risk data breaches, financial losses and reputational damage.
This webinar will provide legal practitioners with the tools and knowledge needed to mitigate these risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and the Cybercrimes Act.
Join Attonery Nicolene Schoeman-Louw as she equips you with essential cybersecurity practices for your firms, covering key cyber threats, data protection measures and legal compliance obligations.
Learning objectives
Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:
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Understand the importance of online safety in legal practice and key cybercrime threats like hacking, phishing and identity theft.
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Identify and avoid common online scams, including fraudulent emails and deceptive social media tactics.
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Understand the legal framework governing cybercrime and data protection, including individual and organisational responsibilities.
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Apply best practices for protecting personal and client data in line with data protection standards.
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Know your legal obligations for reporting cybercrime, scams and data breaches.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
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Cybersecurity Risks in the Legal Industry.
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Common cyber threats targeting law firms.
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Case studies of law firms impacted by cyber breaches.
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Consequences of cybersecurity failures.
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Developing an Effective Cybersecurity Framework.
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Creating a cybersecurity policy for your law firm.
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Employee training and awareness programs.
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Incident response and disaster recovery planning.
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