{"id":13128,"date":"2025-03-31T14:32:44","date_gmt":"2025-03-31T13:32:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/?p=13128"},"modified":"2025-03-31T14:32:44","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T13:32:44","slug":"legal-software-data-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/blog\/legal-software-data-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Data Security Essentials: What Your Legal Software Should Guarantee to UK Firms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Law firms are prime targets for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/blog\/data-security-law-firms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">cyber threats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, with data breaches in the UK legal sector <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.armstrongwatson.co.uk\/news\/2025\/03\/growing-cyber-security-risks-facing-legal-sector\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">up 39% from last year<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This should make legal software data security a top priority for any law firm operating in the current climate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The vast amount of sensitive client information held by law firms, including personally identifiable information (PII), financial records and intellectual property, make them a juicy target for cybercriminals seeking to make a quick buck. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is therefore essential to ensure that your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">legal software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is not only fully compliant with regulatory requirements like the GDPR and the SRA Code of Conduct, but is also equipped with the latest security features to thwart even the most sophisticated and determined cyberattacker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However not all legal software is created equal. So what should you expect from yours?<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f7f5f5;padding: 20px;margin-bottom: 10px;border-left: 6px solid #0070E0;border-radius: 5px\">\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Worried about the recent surge in cyber threats to law firms? <\/b>Don\u2019t put your client\u2019s data and your firm\u2019s reputation at risk. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/schedule-a-demo\/\">Book a demo to see Clio\u2019s industry-leading security in action.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<div\n\tclass=\"o-image l-image aligncenter wp-image-11771 size-full \"\n\t\tstyle=\"max-width: 46.875rem;  width: 795px;\"\n\t\t>\n\t<div\n\t\tclass=\"o-image__wrap l-image__wrap js-lazy-image-wrapper\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"padding-top:56.2264150943%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Data Ownership and Portability\"\n\t\t\t\t\talt=\"Data&#x20;Ownership&#x20;and&#x20;Portability\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-18-at-10.46.33-750x422.png\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\t\theight=\"422\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-18-at-10.46.33-750x422.webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"image\/webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Data Ownership and Portability\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Data&#x20;Ownership&#x20;and&#x20;Portability\"\n\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\theight=\"422\"\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-18-at-10.46.33-750x422.png\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"is-lazy js-lazy-image\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t<\/picture>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/h2>\n<h2>1. Compliance with UK legal and data protection standards<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Legal software with GDPR compliance is mandatory for law firms to safeguard client data, as the consequences of not doing so can involve hefty fines and reputational damage. Key features to look for include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Consent management:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Obtaining and managing explicit, informed consent from clients for data processing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Data minimisation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Limiting data collection and retention to only what is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Individual rights support:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Allowing clients to access, rectify, or erase their personal data.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Security measures: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Robust encryption and access controls.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Law firms must also observe the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sra.org.uk\/solicitors\/standards-regulations\/code-conduct-solicitors\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, in particular paragraph 6.3, which states: <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;You keep the affairs of current and former clients confidential unless disclosure is required or permitted by law or the client consents.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio helps you ensure compliance with UK regulations with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/features\/data-security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">built-in security features<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that align with legal industry safety standards. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is why <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/law-societies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio is Law Society Approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and is approved by 100-plus other law societies and bar associations around the world, more than any other legal software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>2. Security &amp; encryption: Protecting client confidentiality<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/features\/data-security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Secure legal software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> requires end-to-end encryption (E2EE), which ensures that only the sender and recipient of a message have access to the decrypted content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">E2EE is critical to protecting client confidentiality for these reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Data security and privacy: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">E2EE keeps private data safe from unauthorised access during transmission and storage.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Compliance and trust: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">E2EE ensures compliance with strict regulatory requirements in healthcare, finance and government.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Protection against cyber attacks: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">E2EE provides an extra layer of security to thwart hackers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Using software with weak security protocols incurs the following risks:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Data breaches: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hackers may steal sensitive personal, financial or business data leading to identity theft, financial fraud, or corporate espionage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><b>Malware and ransomware attacks: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vulnerabilities may provide an entry point for malicious software which can corrupt files and steal or ransom data.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><b>Unauthorised access: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cybercriminals can manipulate data, cause service disruptions, or even take over the system.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio is equipped with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/features\/data-security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">industry-leading security<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> measures including ISO 27001 and SOC2 to give you trust and credibility when handling your client data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>3. Secure cloud storage &amp; data redundancy: Keeping data accessible and safe<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloud security for law firms is of paramount importance in today\u2019s digital landscape, as the legal industry is increasingly moving towards cloud-based solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/compare\/clio-vs-on-premise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloud-based solutions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> have the following advantages over <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/blog\/cloud-based-law-firm-software-v-on-premise-servers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">on-premise storage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for UK law firms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><b>Cost-Effectiveness:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Cloud-based solutions eliminate the need for expensive hardware and reduce operational costs by asking law firms to pay only for the resources they use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Scalability and flexibility: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloud solutions allow law firms to quickly scale their resources based on changing demands.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><b>Improved collaboration and accessibility: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloud-based solutions offer anytime, anywhere access, allowing lawyers to work together regardless of their physical location.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At the same time, cloud-based solutions offer a data protection strategy with two critical components:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Secure backups:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> To protect against data loss from accidental deletion, malware and cyberattacks, while meeting legal compliance requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><b>Redundancy: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Storing multiple copies of data across different locations or servers ensures recoverability even in the case of local disaster.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio\u2019s cloud-based software keeps both your firm\u2019s and your clients\u2019 data protected with continuous uptime (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/pricing\/\"><b>99.9% uptime SLA guarantee<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, reliable disaster recovery, and strict data integrity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Deep dive: <a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/blog\/data-ownership-portability-guide\/\">Understanding Data Ownership and Portability: How to Select Law Firm Software with Confidence<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<div\n\tclass=\"o-image l-image aligncenter wp-image-10898 size-full \"\n\t\tstyle=\"max-width: 46.1875rem;  width: 739px;\"\n\t\t>\n\t<div\n\t\tclass=\"o-image__wrap l-image__wrap js-lazy-image-wrapper\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"padding-top:55.2097428958%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Law firm data security\"\n\t\t\t\t\talt=\"Law&#x20;firm&#x20;data&#x20;security\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-2024-03-05-at-15.19.44.png\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"739\"\n\t\t\t\t\theight=\"408\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Law firm data security\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"Law&#x20;firm&#x20;data&#x20;security\"\n\t\t\t\twidth=\"739\"\n\t\t\t\theight=\"408\"\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-2024-03-05-at-15.19.44.png\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"is-lazy js-lazy-image\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t<\/picture>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<h2>4. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) &amp; access controls: Preventing unauthorised access<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Law firm data protection starts with role-based access control (RBAC) to protect confidential information and maintain client trust. RBAC works by granting permissions only to authorised users according to their role.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The benefits of RBAC for law firms are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Enhanced security<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> through limiting access to sensitive data.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Stronger compliance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with legal and industry-specific regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Reduced human error<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> from sending sensitive information to unauthorised users.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requires multiple forms of verification before granting access to sensitive information and systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">MFA strengthens a law firm\u2019s security in these ways:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Protection of sensitive data <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">by ensuring only authorised personnel can access it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Defence against hackers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">even if they obtain a user\u2019s password.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Securing remote access <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">when legal staff access firm networks remotely.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio\u2019s customisable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.clio.com\/hc\/en-150\/articles\/9284653811739-User-Security-Settings-for-Administrators\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">access settings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> give administrators granular control over who has and has not access to your firm\u2019s sensitive data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>5. Cyber threat detection &amp; proactive security monitoring<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cyber threats against law firms are on the increase, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawgazette.co.uk\/news\/cyber-attacks-on-law-firms-jump-by-77\/5120668.article\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">rising by 77%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> between 2023 and 2024. Cyber attacks come in three categories:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Phishing: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cybercriminals employ sophisticated email phishing campaigns to trick employees into revealing credentials or installing malware.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Ransomware: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cybercriminals demand ransom after a successful attack, with ransoms of as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawgazette.co.uk\/news\/ward-hadaway-blackmailed-after-cyber-attack\/5112294.article\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">much as \u00a34.75m<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> demanded.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Insider breaches: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Intentional and unintentional security threats remain a significant concern for law firms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To protect themselves and their clients, law firms require 24\/7 security monitoring and incident response measures because:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Cyber attacks don\u2019t follow business hours <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">and are often designed to strike during off-hours when IT staff are absent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Real-time threat detection <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">enables swift responses to neutralise risks promptly, minimising potential damage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Advanced security operations centres (SOCs) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">continually monitor systems for suspicious activity, providing situational awareness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio\u2019s proactive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/features\/data-security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">security measures<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> include continuous threat detection to ensure your data is always protected.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>6. Client trust &amp; reputation: The business impact of secure legal software<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UK legal tech security is important due to the legal and financial consequences of a data breach:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Legal consequences include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Regulatory sanctions: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The ICO can issue reprimands, enforcement notices, or even suspend data processing activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Persona liability: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Directors, officers and staff members may be held personally liable for negligence or misuse of sensitive data.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Criminal charges: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breaches involving gross misconduct can result in criminal charges against executives or employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Financial impacts include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Regulatory fines: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Information Commissioner\u2019s Office (ICO) can impose <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ico.org.uk\/for-organisations\/guide-to-eidas\/enforcement\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">fines of up to \u00a317.5 million or 4% of annual global turnover<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for serious GDPR violations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Direct financial losses: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">These may include stolen funds, loss of income due to business disruption, and increased insurance premiums.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Litigation costs: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Firms may face third-party litigation from individuals seeking compensation for theft of personal data.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">By upholding strong data security, law firms build trust with clients, enhance their reputation, and gain a competitive advantage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UK law firms rely on Clio as the safest choice for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/features\/data-security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">data security<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> due to its advanced encryption and security protocols, robust infrastructure and redundancy, and comprehensive compliance and certifications.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Future-proofing your firm\u2019s data security with Clio<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Future-proofing your firm\u2019s data security is crucial to protect against spiralling cyber threats and ensure compliance with evolving regulations. By staying at the forefront of data security, you will be better positioned to attract and retain clients who prioritise the protection of their sensitive information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio is built with your data security in mind, featuring in-transit and at-rest encryption, automatic data backups, data residency and SOC2 compliance. With advanced features including role-based permissions, session tracking and two-factor authentication, you can be assured that your data will be secure and safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f7f5f5;padding: 20px;margin-bottom: 10px;border-left: 6px solid #0070E0;border-radius: 5px\">\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Worried about the recent surge in cyber threats to law firms? <\/b>Don\u2019t put your client\u2019s data and your firm\u2019s reputation at risk. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/uk\/schedule-a-demo\/\">Book a demo to see Clio\u2019s industry-leading security in action.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cyber threats to law firms are on the increase. 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