Cyber criminals are targeting law firms for their valuable confidential information from trade secrets to personal data. According to the American Bar Association, approximately one in four attorneys or law firms surveyed reported that they have experienced a data breach. Data breaches are on the rise across the board for small, medium and large firms with hackers infiltrating some of the most sophisticated law firms.

Being prepared for a data breach before one occurs is one of the best ways that lawyers can protect disclosure of client information and mitigate damages resulting from a breach; but, responding to a data breach is just as important. Here are three key actions that lawyers should take after a data breach.

  • Have a formal response plan and follow it.