Kagan Moss is a law firm of solicitors based in Teddington, South West London. Established in 1977, it provides services to professional firms, executors, trusts, family clients including elderly, single and retired clients located in Greater London and across the UK. Background Extech Cloud began working with Kagan Moss in 2015 when they were working […]
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Cyber essentials for law firms: what you need to know
Law firms handle some of the most sensitive data in any industry: client records, financial details, legal correspondence, and privileged communications. That makes them an attractive target for cybercriminals. Yet many legal practices still lack formal cyber security accreditation, leaving gaps that attackers are all too happy to exploit. Cyber Essentials is one of the […]
Choosing between public and private cloud for law firms
For modern law firms and in-house legal teams, the question around cloud adoption is no longer if they should do it, but how. Traditional on-premises servers struggle to meet confidentiality, compliance and hybrid working needs. The strategic choice is between public cloud and private cloud. Each supports risk, governance and growth differently, but small and mid-sized […]
Four common hacker tactics for firms to have on the watchlist
Email is vital for legal communication but it’s also a top target for cybercriminals — while law firms invest in security tools, the inbox often remains exposed. Here are four common email-based tactics hackers use to target law firms, and what you can do to reduce your risk. Phishing attacks Phishing is a common and […]
Bridging the gap between IT and law firm business outcomes
Law firms and legal practices are increasingly recognising the importance of IT as a strategic asset. Technology is no longer just a support function, it’s now a key driver of efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction in the legal field. Despite this shift, many legal organisations still struggle to align IT delivery with broader business goals. […]
From antivirus to modern EDR: How endpoint security has evolved for UK law firms
Every law firm relies on endpoints such as laptops, desktops, tablets and mobiles to prepare case bundles, access practice management systems (PMS) and handle privileged client data. Criminals target the sector because firms hold sensitive information and client money — firms also work to tight court and transaction deadlines, making disruption and extortion lucrative. The early days of antivirus protection Antivirus was long the default defence […]
Modernising tradition: how Hunters Law embraced the cloud
With a legacy dating back to 1715, Hunters Law LLP has long been leading legal excellence in central London. The firm’s reputation is built on over 300 years of delivering expert legal services across property, business, charity, family, and private client sectors. However, even institutions steeped in tradition must evolve — and in 2020, Hunters […]
Managed service providers v break-fix: why reactive IT is no longer enough
Law firms are switching to MSPs for reliable, secure IT. Find out how managed services improve performance, compliance, and client trust.
Shadow AI in law firms: what you need to know
Law firms are increasingly using generative AI (genAI) for tasks like drafting contracts and client communications. Tools like ChatGPT offer speed and efficiency, but when used without approval, they can expose sensitive data to third-party platforms. This is the risk of shadow AI, where unapproved AI use threatens confidentiality and compliance. If your firm hasn’t […]
AI innovation: building a robust data strategy for law firms
The legal industry is undergoing a major digital transformation, with artificial intelligence playing a central role. From automating administrative tasks to enhancing legal research and predictive analytics, AI is changing how law firms operate and deliver value. However, to fully benefit from AI, firms must build a strong and strategic approach to data. In legal […]