Law firms are prime targets for cybercriminals — and many still aren’t taking the threat seriously enough.

With access to vast amounts of sensitive client information, from personal details to financial data, law firms are a goldmine for hackers. The legal sector continues to top the charts for data breaches, with a staggering 86% of incidents involving personal identifiable information — including highly sensitive financial records.

A Sector Behind the Curve

Despite the clear risks, many law firms remain underprepared. While 97% of firms recognize cybercrime and fraud resilience as high priorities, only 32% conduct monthly or quarterly cybersecurity training. This mismatch is concerning — and costly.

In 2024, the average global data breach cost businesses approximately €4.6 million, marking a new all-time high. In one notable case, a legal firm was fined €117,000 after a breach affected nearly a million files. The damage goes beyond finances — trust, reputation, and client confidence are all on the line.

NIS 2 Is Here — and Law Firms Must Comply

The EU NIS 2 Directive is already in force, and its implications for law firms are significant. With its expanded scope and stricter requirements, NIS 2 mandates that all essential and important entities — including law firms — implement robust cybersecurity governance, risk management measures, and incident reporting procedures.

Compliance is no longer optional. Firms that fail to meet these requirements face potential legal and financial consequences, in addition to the reputational damage from security breaches.

Emerging Threats, Low Awareness

Phishing remains the most common threat, but newer, more sophisticated attacks are gaining ground. AI-driven phishing, deepfakes, and adaptive malware are becoming more frequent and harder to detect. These threats exploit specific vulnerabilities and evolve faster than traditional security systems can handle.

Yet many law firms still report low board-level awareness of cybersecurity issues, which leads to gaps in decision-making and weakens organizational resilience.

Actionable Solutions for Law Firms

Cybersecurity must be embedded into the firm’s overall risk and compliance strategy. Relying solely on internal resources is no longer sufficient — especially for small and mid-sized practices.

This is where modern, all-in-one platforms like Coro make a difference. Coro delivers AI-powered, end-to-end protection for email, endpoints, cloud apps, and more — all in one easy-to-manage solution tailored for legal professionals.

To ensure NIS 2 compliance and long-term protection, engaging with trusted advisors is critical. CREAPLUS offers expert guidance and tailored cybersecurity solutions that help law firms meet regulatory obligations, reduce risk, and build lasting resilience.

The Time to Act Is Now

The legal industry can no longer afford to be reactive. With NIS 2 already in effect and threats growing more complex by the day, proactive cybersecurity is a legal and business imperative.

Contact CREAPLUS today to secure your firm, ensure compliance, and move forward with confidence!