Top Seven Cybersecurity Tips for Remote Working
Like it or not, remote and hybrid work is here to stay. Overall, this shift has been positive for many law firms. Attorneys are often thrilled with the extra time and flexibility that remote and hybrid work offers. At the same time, law firms benefit from decreased overhead costs and increased staff productivity and loyalty.
Alongside this decision to move toward a hybrid work model, firms must now also address new challenges in security. Confidentiality is paramount to a successful law firm, and remote workers require the same level of network security available in an office environment.
Here are our top cybersecurity tips for remote working, so your network and confidential data can stay secure.
Seven Security Tips for Remote Working
1. Utilize remote access software
Remote access software provides secure access to your legal practice management software via an internet connection between your office server and home computer. With this method, only a minimal amount of data travels between attorneys’ home devices and office computers.
2. Find the right cloud hosting service provider for your team
For long-term remote access, cloud hosting can be a good option for providing a high degree of data security and convenience. Most cloud hosting service providers strive to support law firms with compliance needs, data security, and reliable performance. Cloud hosting also allows your legal staff to enjoy complete access to desktop software while managing partners can breathe easier about IT concerns.
3. Review all law firm hardware and software
It’s important for IT support teams to review all law firm hardware and software and ensure:
- ● All computer systems are equipped with up-to-date firewalls and anti-malware software
● All data that’s stored remotely is backed up securely
● Portable devices can be scrubbed of client data remotely
4. Set up strong passwords and 2-factor authentication
Firms should require strong passwords from all employees for work-related hardware and applications. Similarly, 2-factor authentication, such as SMS confirmation, is a strong security addition for all work-related applications to ensure anyone logging into a system is, in fact, an employee.
5. Turn off listening-enabled devices
Amazon, Alexa, Google Home, and smart devices like phones and watches all listen and record conversations automatically, regardless of whether or not they have been requested by name for a task. Due to this security risk, employees and partners should turn off these devices in their workspaces during phone calls and video conferences to protect confidential data.
6. Always go through VPNs
Avoid unsecured Wi-Fi connections when accessing law firm practice management software, as well as transmitting client information over unsecured Wi-Fi connections. Instead, use virtual private networks (VPNs) when accessing legal practice management software or transmitting client information.
7. Use Tabs3 Platinum for secure, remote access to practice management tools
From secure document sharing, eSignature, and matter management to time and expense tracking and more, Tabs3 provides secure, reliable, and remote access to all of your law firm practice management software’s most essential features on a phone, tablet, laptop, or home desktop. Check out the Platinum Edition product page to learn more about what Tabs3 Connect offers.
Request your free trial or schedule a walkthrough demo to see how Tabs3 Software’s fully integrated suite of software products can revolutionize the way your law firm functions on a day-to-day basis.
About Tabs3 Software
Tabs3 provides a reliable, easy-to-use, seamlessly integrated suite of software products for law firms and legal professionals, ranging from billing to practice management, check writing to general ledger and trust accounting. Tabs3 has been used in law firms for over 40 years, and the newest version provides even better tools for entering time and managing documents.
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