Law Firms

Partnering with Law Firms to Help Secure Their Networks

Selecting the right IT partner can significantly advance your business and provide exceptional support.

Managed IT Service for Law Firms

Lawyers must safeguard client information and use reasonable measures to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure. This affects email, cloud services, mobile devices, and third-party providers.

Key Challenges Facing Law Firms. 

  • Protecting Client Trust
  • Meeting Ethical and Regulatory Guidelines
  • Safeguarding Confidential Materials

 

We outline the core MSP services tailored for law firms and highlight the key compliance frameworks that we support to ensure legal and operational integrity.

Core Management IT Services Tailored to Law Firms

IT Infrastructure Management​

As your dedicated IT Partner, we will work with you to manage your IT network.

  • Network monitoring and maintenance
  • Server and endpoint management
  • Cloud migration and hybrid cloud support
  • Remote desktop and VPN access for field teams
  • Hardware purchases
Cybersecurity Services​

To ensure the safety of your business, we will collaborate with you to install and configure our comprehensive suite of cybersecurity services.

  • 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and response (MDR)
  • Endpoint, detection, and response (EDR)
  • Multi-factor Authentication (MFA/2FA)
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Firewall and intrusion prevention
  • Web and Email Defense Services
Data Backup and Disaster Recovery​

We take data backup and disaster recovery very seriously. We ensure the right type of data backup to meet your business needs.

  • Automated backups
  • Business continuity planning
  • Disaster recovery as a service​
Remote and End-user Support​

As your dedicated team of IT professionals, you will have access to our three-tiered support system, which includes in-house and remote assistance, as well as our field service team and server engineers.

  • 24/7 technical support
  • Remote troubleshooting
  • One-site support
  • Project support
Cloud and SaaS Management​

Effective management of cloud and SaaS is crucial for businesses aiming to optimize their operations. Maintaining oversight, tracking usage, and ensuring data integrity are vital aspects of this management.

  • Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace
  • Cloud storage
  • License and subscription management
Compliance Management​

Compliance management is crucial for businesses to ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and industry standards. The right IT partner can streamline this process.

  • Dedicated Compliance Management Tool
  • Dedicated Security Professional
  • Services that meet compliance requirements

Why Do Law Firms Need a Compliance-Focused MSP?

Legal practices handle sensitive and confidential personal and business information. Staying compliant is not optional; it is essential for building trust with your clients and establishing a strong reputation. With increasing industry and government regulations, it is important to have an IT partner who understands these regulations and can guide you on achieving compliance.

Key Compliance Requirements for Law Firms

Law firms must meet a range of industry-standard compliance requirements. Having a strong IT Partner who is focused on meeting these compliance requirements will help you maintain your reputation and client confidence.

  • Professional Ethics & Confidentiality (ABA Model Rules)
  • Client Trust Accounts (IOLTA) & Safeguarding Property
  • Data Privacy Laws (CCPA/CPRA, GDPR)
  • HIPAA when handling PHI (Protected Health Information)
  • FTC Safeguard Rule for Financial Type-Activities
CIS Critical Security Controls

The CIS Security Controls are a prioritized, prescriptive set of 18 safeguards designed to strengthen an organization’s cybersecurity posture. 

There are 18 CIS Critical Security Controls. Each control contains multiple sub-controls that must be implemented to meet CIS expectations. 

CIS defines three Implementation Groups that determine which safeguards apply:

  • IG1: Basic cyber hygiene (recommended for all organizations)
  • IG2: For organizations with more complex environments
  • IG3: Highest level for organizations at elevated risk or regulatory requirements


Maintain Documentation, Policies, and Metrics

To demonstrate adherence, organizations should maintain:

  • Security policies
  • Procedures
  • Metrics and measurement systems for each safeguard. This supports self-assessment. CIS has no formal certification requirement.


CIS encourages

  • Continuous Improvement
  • Updating safeguards as environments evolve
  • Periodic internal reviews


Compliance with CIS Controls helps organizations to: 

  1. Reduce Risk from the Most Common Cyber Threats
  2. Improves Regulatory Compliance and maps to major frameworks like:
    1. HIPAA
    2. GDPR
    3. NIST CSF
    4. PCI DSS
    5. SEC (cyber disclosure rules)
  3. Strengthens Supply Chain and Vendor Risk Posture
  4. Provides a Prescriptive, Practical Security Roadmap
  5. Enhances Incident, Detection, and Response
  6. Builds Customer and Stakeholder Confidence
PCI DSS

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is mandatory for any organization that processes, stores, or transmits credit card data. Version 4.0 introduces major changes to address evolving cybersecurity threats.

Client-Side Security:

  • Requirement 6.4.3: Maintain an inventory of all scripts running on payment pages.
  • Requirement 11.6.1: Implement real-time monitoring and tamper detection for those scripts.

Access Control:

  • MFA is now mandatory for all access to the Cardholder Data Environment (CDE).
  • User access reviews must be conducted every six months.


Data Protection:

  • Encrypt cardholder data during transmission and storage.
    Implement secure key management and data retention policies.


Monitoring & Logging:

  • Maintain audit logs for a minimum of 12 months.
  • Use automated tools for real-time alerting and log review.


Testing & Vulnerability Management:

  • Conduct quarterly vulnerability scans and annual penetration testing.
  • Use authenticated scanners for internal scans.


Policy & Documentation:

  • Maintain updated security policies.
  • Document incident response procedures and change management processes.


Third-Party Oversight:

  • Ensure vendors and service providers are PCI compliant.
  • Obtain Attestations of Compliance (AOCs) from third parties.

TAB Compliance Manager

A compliance framework is essential for meeting regulatory requirements and avoiding costly penalties and fines. A framework helps organizations maintain their reputation and client trust while also improving their overall efficiency and effectiveness by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing accountability and transparency. Maintaining a framework can be difficult, including documenting and implementing organizational processes and procedures that need to be maintained to ensure organizations adhere to internal rules and external regulations. That’s why businesses need our Compliance Manager. TAB has Certified CMMC Professionals on staff to assist you with this process.