The 7-Point Cybersecurity Checklist for South Carolina Law Firms
A non-technical checklist to help managing partners protect sensitive client data, ensure confidentiality, and reduce liability.
For a law firm, data isn't just data—it's privileged client communication, sensitive case files, and confidential financial records. A breach doesn't just cost money; it can destroy client trust and lead to serious ethical violations and legal liability. Use this 7-point checklist, designed specifically for the needs of SC law firms, to quickly assess your security posture and identify critical gaps that need immediate attention.
☐ 1. Is All Client Communication Secured and Archived?Standard email is not inherently secure. You need measures to protect data in transit and at rest.
Check: Do you use advanced email spam filtering and encrypted, cloud-based email backup to protect against breaches and create a verifiable archive? This is a key feature of our Advanced Employee Package.
☐ 2. Is Your Team Trained to Recognize Phishing Scams?A single click on a malicious link in a phishing email can compromise your entire network.
Check: Does your firm conduct regular cybersecurity awareness training and simulated phishing campaigns to keep your staff vigilant?
☐ 3. Are Your Case Management and Billing Systems Backed Up Securely?If your server crashed, how quickly could you recover your billable hours, client records, and documents?
Check: Do you have automated, daily cloud backups and weekly image-level backups of your critical systems, as included in our Unlimited Solution plans?
☐ 4. Is Access to Client Data Restricted?Not everyone in the firm needs access to every file. The principle of "least privilege" limits exposure in case of a breach.
Check: Do you use administrative rights management to control who can install software and access sensitive folders?
☐ 5. Are Your Mobile Devices (Laptops, Phones) Secure?Laptops used for remote work are a primary target.
Check: Are all company laptops managed with endpoint protection and capable of being remotely wiped if lost or stolen?
☐ 6. Do You Have a Formal IT Policy for Onboarding/Offboarding Staff?When an employee leaves, their access to firm data must be terminated immediately.
Check: Do you have a documented process to instantly disable all accounts and recover firm assets upon employee departure?
☐ 7. Is Your Wi-Fi Network Secure and Segmented?A guest network should always be separate from the main network used to access firm resources.
Check: Is your office Wi-Fi properly configured with a separate, isolated network for guest use?
A Checklist is the Start. A Partnership is the Solution.
Protecting a modern law firm requires constant vigilance. As a veteran-owned, local IT partner, we provide the expertise and proactive management needed to secure your firm and protect your clients' trust.