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Cyber Security Training for Law Firms


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Enhance and reinforce your cyber security with our cyber security training.

Cyber Security: Training for Law Firms


In 2022, a report by Cert-UK announced that 65% of UK law firms had been a victim of a cyber incident (down from 75% in a different survey in 2020). However, data from the ICO reveals that reported security incidents from within the legal sector jumped by 36% in the period 2022/3 as cyber-criminals are increasingly targetting the professon due to the highly valueble and sensitive data held within the industry. This is naturally a significant cause for concern.

Interestingly, of all of the cyber-security statistics which we've collated, over 80% of all cybercrime reports received by the SRA involved email. This higlights the scale of risk, and why training of your team is so fundamentally important.

When a cyber security breach occurs, it can cause financial loss, risk of confidential information being compromised, and reputational damage to your organisation. Our cyber security training supports your staff awareness and understanding of the risks and how to spot the, and what to do if they are concerned.

Our training also supports your colleagues professional understanding of legal, ethical and regulatory obligations regarding information security. And, the underpinning expectations through the SRA's 2019 code of conduct, especially for sensitive data, money, or assets entrusted to the firm by clients and others, are securely protected.

Bespoke Cyber Security Training Courses


A cyber security breach is more commonly caused by human error, rather than a technical failure.

Our cyber security training augments your staff’s knowledge and awareness to be able to support the protection of both your firm’s and your client’s data and confidential information.

Our Approach:


There’s no question that employees learn best when training is engaging and relatable. And so, we demystify the topic by using real world examples and scenarios, to provide staff with the insight to identify potential risks or areas of concern in everyday situations. We also spotlight your firm’s policies, controls and reporting, such as data security considerations when remote working either at home, a client’s office or from a public location.

Online and pre-recorded training has its place in raising awareness, but is usually generic and will not cater for the individual characteristics, systems and culture of your organisation. No two organisations are the same, ever, which is why all of our training is tailored to your team.

Some of the Topics We Often Cover Include:
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    What cyber security is and why it’s important for your law firm.

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    What a data breach is, how to identify them, and what you need to do next.

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    How to identify suspicious emails.

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    The importance of cyber security in relation to the GDPR.

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    Common concerns and risks to avoid.

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    Regulatory concerns.

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    Appropriate use of technology, software and apps.

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    Remote and hybrid working.

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    Helpful behaviours.

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    Following your firm’s policies and controls.

And more.

Benefits of Cyber Security Training


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    Improved compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

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    Improved awareness of cyber security breaches and associated risks.

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    Supports prevention of cyber attacks.

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    Enhances protection of confidential data and information.

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    Supports client confidence.

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    Reduces risk of reputational damage by reducing likelihood of breaches.

We Deliver Training in a Range of Formats To Suit Your Team and Your Firm, Including:

In-Person Cyber Security Training

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    Lecture-style: A formal, but welcoming approach for small, medium and large cohorts.

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    Round Table: For senior or specialist staff, where complex issues can be informed and discussed.

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    Open Discussion: We sit with your teams for informal discussion, around scenarios and other concerns unique to your firm.

Live, Online Cyber Security Training:

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    Live online training sessions with a real trainer.

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    Content tailored uniquely to your firm.

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    Great flexibility on timing and reach.

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    Private sessions, tailored just for your team in small, medium or large cohorts.

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    'Surgical' sessions for senior and specialist staff where complex issues can be informed and discussed.

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    Interaction with the trainer throughout the sessions, to stimulate and support delegate consideration of the topics.


Training Materials

Prior to the training session, you will receive a PDF copy of the materials utilised during the course, for you to print and share with the delegates. This provides training participants with an opportunity to review the information and prepare any questions in advance.

Certified Cyber Security Training

Everyone who attends one of our sessions receives a printable PDF certificate for their training and competency records. As with all of our work, our cyber security training is conducted on a fixed fee basis.

Pricing


We strive to provide you with unparalleled value through services that are bespoke to your practice.

We offer a range of flexible approaches to our Cyber Security training to suit individual firms, including ad-hoc training (as/when you require it), or regular, scheduled training from as little as £9.50 per delegate per session.

Regardless of which approach you choose, our live training is always delivered privately for your team and tailored to the specific needs of your firm.

Join our free Best Practice Group and save:

Members of our free-to-join Best Practice Group receive a substantial discount on all of our services.

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Why Choose PDA Legal for Your Cyber Security Training?

To be effective, training must be relevant, engaging and thought-provoking. The team at PDA Legal has almost three decades of on-the-ground experience of working with legal practices; we recognise the challenges, behaviours, risks and regulations that impact on your firm and your team every day.

We bring unparalleled insight, linking topics across disciplines and controls, to training sessions for all shapes and sizes of legal practices.

For Over 25 Years, Our Team Has:

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    Provided training to hundreds of legal professionals, law firms and legal departments.

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    Delivered training, webinars and podcasts on cybersecurity and data protection for the Law Society.

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    Authored articles on cybersecurity and data protection for the Law Society.

And, ours is a personal approach - Unlike pre-recorded online training, you will always deal with members of our senior team who will ensure that we develop and deliver activities and systems that meet your organisation's unique requirements.

Additional Cyber Security Services


In addition to cyber security training, we can also offer:
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Additional Training Options


In addition to our custom cyber security training, we can also provide expert training on a number of other topics including:
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