Kaseya Hack Pushes Companies to Deepen Attorney, IT Relationship

A spate of ransomware attacks and supply chain disruptions are compelling outside and in-house counsel to work more closely with information technology departments to bolster security and minimize the legal risks that accompany such hits.

Large-scale ransomware attacks are driving conversations between IT departments and lawyers as business leaders see the headlines and recognize the potential costs of supply chain compromises, said Mark McCreary, a Philadelphia-based co-chair of Fox Rothschild LLP’s privacy and data security practice.

“In-house counsel aren’t always as involved in IT decisions, but they’re starting to listen more and work more closely with vendors,” McCreary said. “Legal ...