Security is Only as Good as the Weakest Link: Legal Tech Security Measures Every Lawyer Must Take

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ISBA’s Practice Toolbox Series
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association


1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit


Original Program Date: September 26, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­October 9, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Rule 1.6(c) stipulates that a lawyer must make reasonable efforts to prevent the disclosure of confidential client information. The comments to Rule 1.6 require lawyers to act competently to safeguard client information and use reasonable safety precautions when transmitting a client communication. The exact meanings of “reasonable efforts,” “act competently,” and “reasonable precautions” may be subject to debate. However, doing nothing certainly won’t meet the standard. The good news is that you don’t have to be a security expert or techie to protect yourself and your office. Learn how to cover all the bases of computer, smartphone, tablet, email, wireless and document encryption. We’ll also cover the fundamentals of backing up your electronic data. Half of the battle is simply knowing what questions to ask, and it’s not nearly as complicated as it sounds. Establish best practices in your office and discover the inexpensive or free tools that will make sure your confidential information remains confidential.

Program Speaker:
Jeffrey Schoenberger, Affinity Consulting Group


About the Speaker: Jeff’s unique role at Affinity involves managing our Practice Management Advisory program. Prior to joining the Affinity family, Jeff practiced law with Legal Aid in Cincinnati, Ohio. He learned about Affinity and consulting as a career path through some of partners Paul Unger’s and Barron Henley’s CLE courses. Jeff’s describes his superpower as his ability to “get the podcast done.” His favorite part of his job is discovering new tech and techniques to help attorneys.



Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $30 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

The Illinois Supreme Court Rules Committee will hear comments on five proposals on November 15, 2023, at a public hearing beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, 222 N. LaSalle Street, 13th Floor, in Chicago.

From: 
The Bar News

Supreme Court Rules Committee to Hold Public Hearings on November 15

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

The Illinois Supreme Court Rules Committee will hear comments on five proposals on November 15, 2023, at a public hearing beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, 222 N. LaSalle Street, 13th Floor, in Chicago. All proposals must be approved by the Illinois Supreme Court before they can take effect. The hearing will be livestreamed here

The Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts announced today it was awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance as part of the Adult Treatment Court (ATC), Category 3, Statewide Discretionary Grant Program. The ATC is a competitive grant program that supports projects that improve, enhance, and expand adult treatment courts services statewide.

From: 
The Bar News

Illinois lawmakers could soon pass a plan to address the ratios of healthcare workers to patients in hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare facilities. Workers are demanding significant changes to improve quality of care and tackle burnout across the industry.

From: 
WAND

The Anti-Defamation League reports antisemitic acts, hate crimes and white supremacist activities are increasing in Illinois. The new report, titled Hate in the Prairie State, shows that while Illinois is ahead of the curve when it comes to lessening hate crimes, more is needed to address the issue.

From: 
WGN 9

An Illinois Republican lawmaker said she has a solution to fix the Department of Children and Family Services: make child abuse and neglect cases a local responsibility.

From: 
News Channel 20

The Temp Worker Fairness and Safety Act aims to prevent “permatemping,” when an employer keeps a temp worker indefinitely, by requiring employers to pay temps similar wages as direct hires after 90 days on the job.

From: 
Chicago Sun-Times

Illinois Courts Awarded $2.5 Million Adult Treatment Court Grant

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

The Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC) announced today it was awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance as part of the Adult Treatment Court (ATC), Category 3, Statewide Discretionary Grant Program. The ATC is a competitive grant program that supports projects that improve, enhance, and expand adult treatment courts services statewide.

SSFC - The Bad Lawyers of Hollywood: An Ethics Program

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!

Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association
Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company


0.75 hours MCLE credit, including 0.75 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit


Original Program Date: September 29, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 4, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Whether it’s fiction lawyers in film, or real lawyers representing celebrities, a ton of these characters have committed ethical violations. Don’t miss this opportunity to listen as Stuart Teicher explores the misdeeds of Hollywood’s real and fake lawyers, while discussing Illinois’ Rules of Professional Conduct 1.5, 3.5, and 8.4.


Moderator: Diana Servos, ST Legal Group, Deerfield
Stuart Teicher, Teicher Professional Growth, LLC, New Jersey



*Originally presented as part of the ISBA’s Solo & Small Firm Conference 2023: The Intersection of Technology and the Law. Find more sessions in this series in the ISBA On-Demand CLE catalog.



Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $22.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $37.50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $22.50
    • Law Students - Free