Cybersecurity and Ethical Compliance

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity is not just a technical concern but an ethical obligation for legal professionals. This course equips attorneys, legal professionals, and law firm staff with essential knowledge and practical tools to understand and fulfill their ethical duties related to data protection and cybersecurity.

Participants will explore lawyers' ethical responsibilities under the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, including Rules 1.1, 1.6, 5.1, and 5.3, as they pertain to safeguarding client information and managing risk within legal practices. The course also examines key data privacy laws such as HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, and the SHIELD Act, highlighting their relevance to legal professionals.

Through real-world examples and expert guidance, participants will learn how to develop and implement effective cybersecurity policies, procedures, and training programs. The course provides a comprehensive foundation for navigating cybersecurity threats while maintaining ethical and legal standards compliance.

Ideal for attorneys, legal professionals, and law firm personnel, this program is designed to strengthen cybersecurity readiness and ethical compliance in an era of increasing data security threats.

Learning Objectives:  

• Analyze the components of maintaining tech competence
• Identify the ethical obligations of attorneys in safeguarding client data
• Apply supervisory authority to ensure firm-wide compliance with cybersecurity policies and procedures
• Implement best practices to enhance data security