Law Firms: A Prime Target for Cybercriminals (copy 2)

Posted 16th July 2025

Law firms are increasingly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals - and for good reason. These organisations hold a wealth of sensitive client data, financial information, and legal documents; making them high-value targets. According to the Solicitors Regulations Authority (SRA), cyber criminals stole over £2.5 million from UK law firms in just the first half of 2020.

Without robust cybersecurity in place, the consequences for your firm can be devastating.

Why Are Cybercriminals Targeting Law Firms?

Legal practices manage highly confidential data, including:

Client personal and financial information
Bank details and transactional data
Intellectual property and legal documents

This data is not only sensitive but extremely lucrative on the black market. Law firms also facilitate large financial transfers, making them attractive targets for fraud, phishing, and ransomware attacks.

The Real Cost of a Cyberattack on Your Law Firm

When considering the costs, a cyberattack does more than just a momentary disruption. It can leave a lasting impact on your firm's finances, operations, and reputation.

Immediate Impacts:

Loss of money or data
Delayed case handling
Disruption to client transactions

Long-Term Consequences:

ICO fines of up to 4% of turnover for GDPR breaches
Rising cybersecurity insurance premiums
Client trust erosion and relationship damage
Reputation loss in the legal sector
Increased staff stress, absenteeism, and even job losses

How to Protect Your Law Firm from Cyber Threats

Cybersecurity isn't just an IT issue. It’s a regulatory responsibility and a business-critical priority. Protecting your firm’s and clients’ data is not only good business practice but also a regulatory requirement. The SRA strongly recommends that all law firms achieve Cyber Essentials certification. This certification ensures compliance in five key areas, proving that your cyber security measures are robust and effective. It also demonstrates your commitment to data security.

Cyber Essentials ensures your firm meets standards across five key areas:

Firewalls and internet gateways
Secure configuration
User access control
Malware protection
Patch management

Get Cyber Essentials Certification with LP Networks

At LP Networks, we specialise in supporting law firms with their cybersecurity needs. Our range of Cyber Essentials packages make accreditation straightforward, affordable, and stress-free.

We offer:

Step-by-step guidance through the certification process
Ongoing support and technical advice
Staff cybersecurity awareness training
Continuous system monitoring and maintenance
Support to ensure your firm is well-protected

Start protecting your law firm today.

Explore our Cyber Essentials services or contact us to schedule a free consultation to discuss if your current cybersecurity measures meet the needs of your law firm.