For any law firm making a decision on whether to host their legal case and practice management software on the cloud or on their own on-premise servers, Access Legal has produced this practical checklist.
Cloud Computing Defined: Cloud computing for Law Firms, in the context of this checklist, is simply outsourcing the hosting of your accounts, case and practice management software along with the other key integrated third-party software products, such as Microsoft Office and Exchange. Of course cloud computing as such i.e. the provision of computing services over the internet, is nothing new. Remote application hosting has been available for many years.
The question is – as a law firm should you host your software on your own in-house servers or do you entrust the hosting of your critical business systems to a cloud technology partner? Either way the software doesn’t change – the only differences are how you access the software and where it is hosted.
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The LawCare Building a better life in the law conference 2023 was a treasure trove of insights into various people risk management issues which all leaders in modern workplaces need to be aware of.
This blog is intended to provide a brief summary of the issues covered along with practical tips which firms can implement to address psychosocial risks.
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Cyber risk will continue to be a major risk for all law firms in 2020 due to the sensitive nature of the information they hold, and the substantial amounts of client money held by over 7,000 of them.
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The value of a law firm’s data should never be underestimated, and so it is important to find an experienced software supplier you and your partners can completely trust if you are considering switching from one legal case and practice management system to another and need to convert your law firm’s data.
In terms of a law firm’s assets, consideration for your data is as important as your people, their expertise and their time. Decision makers understandably can be wary about investing and switching to alternative legal software because of the prospect of migrating all of their precious data. Unfortunately some technology providers have made it difficult for firms to retrieve their data, compounding the concern over switching to a new provider.
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In today's rapidly evolving legal landscape, data is becoming increasingly vital for law firms to stay competitive, make informed decisions, and adapt to changing client preferences. Legal professionals are recognizing the importance of harnessing the power of data to gain valuable insights and align their strategies with firm objectives. In a recent webinar, Marcus Dacombe, Director of Product Marketing at Access Legal, and Paul Wynn discussed the significance of data in legal case management and how it can be used to drive a data-driven culture within law firms.
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This years’ conference programme was packed with lots of sessions that were of clear concern for many practitioners, but the main topic on conversation seemed to be the fallout following the Axiom Ince collapse; the main areas covered by the conference were:
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Our latest update webinar focused on recent anti-money laundering (AML) developments, an update from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), and some of the key AML questions answered by the SRA on its website.
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Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Operation Centres (SOC) are vital components of a comprehensive cyber security strategy for law firms. These technologies and services play a crucial role in detecting and responding to cyber threats in real-time, providing proactive protection against potential attacks.
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As technology continues to evolve, so do the cyber threats faced by law firms. Over the past few years, the legal industry has witnessed a significant surge in cyberattacks, ranging from ransomware and phishing attacks to supply chain vulnerabilities. With the widespread adoption of remote work and cloud-based services, the attack surface for potential threats has expanded, leaving law firms exposed to ever more sophisticated cyber threats. In this article, we will explore the modern IT and cyber security challenges faced by law firms.
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Legal case management can be complex and confusing for medium-sized law firms. The ever-changing legal landscape and increasing regulatory requirements make it challenging for law firms to manage cases efficiently. Pursuing legal cases without a detailed case management system can lead to missed deadlines, lost documents, and, ultimately, lost cases.
This blog addresses the challenges and offers insights into how medium-sized law firms can navigate legal case management effectively.
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