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May 20, 2025 6 mins

In this episode of Counsel Cast Chambers, cybersecurity expert Tom Kirkham delivers a crucial wake-up call for law firms that believe they are too small to be targeted by cyber criminals. Tom discusses the most overlooked risks such as phishing scams and ransomware attacks, and emphasizes the inadequacy of relying solely on IT providers for cybersecurity. He explains the importance of treating cybersecurity as a top priority to protect client data, reputation, and overall business operations. 

Key highlights include the importance of regular software updates, risk assessments, and the differences between IT and InfoSec objectives. Tom also touches on the financial ramifications of cyber attacks and the critical need for proactive defenses to avoid devastating impacts on productivity and revenue.

Tom gives listeners actionable tips on:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Risks for Law Firms
  • 00:48 Website Vulnerabilities and Risk Assessment
  • 01:16 Importance of Software Updates and Zero-Day Threats
  • 03:12 Risk Analysis and IT vs. InfoSec Objectives
  • 04:09 Impact of Cyber Attacks on Productivity and Reputation
  • 05:24 Real-Life Ransomware Attack Case Study

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