ANALYSIS: Using Legal Tech More Could Allay Ransomware Concerns

Although ransomware attacks are a common concern for law firms and legal departments, usage of cybersecurity and business continuity technology tools is low. Increased usage of these tools by law firms and legal departments could help them fight against these cyber threats and alleviate their concerns.

Bloomberg Law’s 2021 Legal Technology Survey asked respondents in law firms and legal departments how concerned their organizations are about ransomware attacks. A considerable 89% of the respondents identified as a senior lawyer (defined as partner, of counsel, senior counsel, principal, equity owner, general counsel, or chief legal officer) reported that their organizations are ...