In an era where cybersecurity breaches have become a harrowing reality, legal professionals are swiftly awakening to the critical significance of a robust data strategy. As one member of a key circle of stakeholders managing risk in the corporation, lawyers can no longer continue to ignore the need to find the best method of reducing information risk. We increasingly see legal firms embracing data remediation as a core component of their legal toolkit, priming these forward-thinking practitioners to protect their clients’ interests.

However, amid this growing recognition, a contrasting reality persists as certain organizations find themselves grappling with the challenges of embracing data remediation. Frequently, cybersecurity responsibilities lie solely within the domain of dedicated cybersecurity teams, primarily focusing on bolstering perimeter protection and monitoring through firewalls and other traditional measures. As a result, legal professionals encounter resistance when advocating for data deletion or remediation, with concerns arising regarding the potential loss of data that once held value. Moreover, these lawyers face an uphill battle in conveying the holistic benefits of data remediation to the broader organization, where people often hoard information as their most valuable asset.

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