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Wire Fraud Scams on the Rise: 5 Tips to Reduce Your Risk
LAWPRO is seeing an increase in phishing attacks against lawyers trying to trick them into wiring funds out of their trust accounts to the fraudster. There are different ways that fraudsters are trying to direct lawyers and law firms to wire money to them. Fraudsters have pretended to be: A lawyer in the firm, to… Read More »
Categories: Cyber dangers, Fraud, Online OnlyManaging the second wave: CPD and resources on mental health and resilience
Free LAWPRO CPD on February 5 LAWPRO is pleased to once again partner with the TLA to bring a live CPD program to lawyers on the topic of mental health and resilience. In this program, hear from leaders in the legal profession on how to move through the second wave. You will learn about the… Read More »
Categories: Webzine, WellnessCybersecurity and Fraud Prevention Tips
Phishing attacks and other forms of cyberfraud are an increasingly common source of loss for lawyers. Our constantly changing technology, and the changing tactics used by fraudsters, require constant vigilance and adaptation. Here are a few tips to keep your and your clients’ information secure and prevent fraud.
Categories: Cyber dangers, FactsheetsCommunication Tips
The #1 cause of claims in almost every area of practice is communication breakdown. Implement the following actions to help avoid communication problems in your practice.
Categories: Communications Errors, FactsheetsTips for Managing Deadlines
Missed deadlines are a major source of malpractice claims. Lawyers sometimes fail to determine the limitation period on a matter or fail to properly calendar it, miss other deadlines or fail to act when they arise. Here are tips to avoid these claims.
Categories: Factsheets, Time ManagementTips to Prepare for the New Rule Changes
On January 1, 2021, significant changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure come into force. While you should review the amendments carefully, this article include some key practical tips and an overview of the major changes. Key Practice Tips You can now serve documents by email. Confirm that your email address is up to date… Read More »
Categories: Civil Litigation, Online OnlyTips to Avoid Conflict of Interest Claims
A conflict of interest happens when there is a substantial risk that a lawyer’s duties to a client will be compromised by the lawyer’s own interest or the lawyer’s duties to another client, former client, or another third person.
Categories: Conflicts of Interest, FactsheetsLimitation period updates, free CPD, and fraud alert
As we come to the end of 2020—and not a moment too soon—LAWPRO offers our best wishes for the holiday season and some resources to help you reduce your risk of a claim through the holidays and in the new year. Looking for last minute CPD? We’ve got you covered with complimentary CPD programs, several… Read More »
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