Tomas Suros

Tomas Suros

September 29, 2022 | Law.com

Avoid Making Tech Decisions In Crisis Mode

Some law firms are realizing that the hasty, though necessary, decisions made to facilitate remote work should be revisited or undone. Many of the tools implemented in an emergency are insufficient to withstand the increasing cybersecurity threats law firms are facing today. The good news, though, is that it's not too late to implement the right tech to protect your firm.

By Tomas Suros

7 minute read

January 12, 2022 | Law.com

More than Just a Purchase, a Partnership: Tips for Success with Cloud-based Practice Management In 2022

While functionality and features are important, there are a number of additional considerations when evaluating a practice management solution. Will your platform provider serve as a partner that will offer expert guidance and be invested in your ongoing success?

By Tomas Suros

6 minute read

June 24, 2021 | Legaltech News

Attorney Competence in Technology Is in the Spotlight. Are You Competent?

Earlier this year, the ABA issued a formal opinion on Model Rule 1.1, revising it to address virtual work environments and practices. Here's what it says, as well as how to get a baseline understanding of current technology and the inherent risks and benefits accompanying that technology.

By Tomas Suros, AbacusNext

8 minute read

June 18, 2021 | Law.com

Attorney Competence in Technology Is in the Spotlight. Are You Competent?

In response to widespread changes in the use of technology, and evaluating the potential risks of remote work and the rise of virtual meeting platforms, the ABA made it clear that lawyers are permitted to conduct their practices virtually, but urges caution at all times.

By Tomas Suros

8 minute read

June 09, 2020 | Legaltech News

The Increasing Threats to Data Privacy and Security During the Pandemic

More people than ever are being duped, and organizations are left more vulnerable to attacks as threats to data privacy and security noticeably continue to increase. Here are some of the emerging challenges in the cybersecurity landscape and tips on how to avoid them.

By Tomas Suros, AbacusNext

6 minute read

April 28, 2020 | Legaltech News

COVID-19 Cyber Threats Abound: A Checklist to Protect Your Remote Workforce

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the conversation around remote work. As more employees work remotely, law firms must employ security best practices to ensure that the extended reliance on the cloud doesn't expose sensitive data or cripple daily operations.

By Tomas Suros, AbacusNext

9 minute read

April 13, 2020 | Law.com

COVID-19: Threats Abound: How to Protect Your Remote Workforce

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the conversation around remote work. As more employees work remotely, law firms must employ security best practices to ensure that the extended reliance on the cloud doesn't expose sensitive data or cripple daily operations. Following is a practical checklist of systems, technologies and processes to consider when evolving your firm for remote work and selecting your cloud technology provider.

By Tomas Suros

9 minute read

January 27, 2020 | Law.com

Data Privacy: Building Compliant and Adaptable Systems

Rather than trying to institute changes to comply with every new privacy law as it emerges, a better approach is to view data privacy as an overall framework and adopt a holistic response to compliance with the built-in flexibility to constantly adapt to an ever-changing legal landscape.

By Tomas Suros

10 minute read

January 17, 2020 | Legaltech News

Building Compliant and Adaptable Data Privacy Systems

Rather than trying to institute changes to comply with every new privacy law as it emerges, a better approach is to view data privacy as an overall framework and adopt a holistic response to compliance with the built-in flexibility to constantly adapt to an ever-changing legal landscape.

By Tomas Suros, AbacusNext

10 minute read

October 24, 2019 | Legaltech News

The Business Case for Document Automation

An impending economic downturn only heightens the need for improvements in efficiency that will cut costs and reduce financial risk.

By Tomas Suros, AbacusNext

7 minute read