Is Your Firm Compliant? The ABA Data Security & Ethics Self-Audit
Verify your compliance with ABA Model Rule 1.6(c) and protect your practice from malpractice liability.
As an attorney, protecting client confidence isn’t just best practice—it is your ethical duty. Yet, with the rise of wire fraud and ransomware targeting law firms, “reasonable efforts” to protect client data have changed.
You don’t need to be an IT expert to spot the gaps. You just need to know where to look.
We developed this diagnostic tool specifically for Managing Partners and Solo Practitioners to quickly identify vulnerabilities in:
Client Communication (Email Encryption & Privilege)
Document Storage (Cloud Security & Access Control)
Remote Work (Mobile Device Management)
Why take this assessment?
📋 Instant Ethics Check: See if your current tech meets modern ABA standards.
⚖️ Protect Your License: Identify the “blind spots” that lead to malpractice claims.
🔒 Actionable Report: Receive a plain-English roadmap to secure your firm—no jargon, just duty of care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ABA Model Rule 1.6(c)?
ABA Model Rule 1.6(c) is an ethical standard that requires lawyers to make "reasonable efforts" to prevent the inadvertent or unauthorized disclosure of, or unauthorized access to, information relating to the representation of a client. This audit checks if your current technology meets that standard of "reasonable effort."
Is my firm's data kept confidential?
Yes. This is an automated assessment tool. We do not share your results, score, or contact information with third parties. Your results are strictly for your internal review to identify potential security gaps.
What happens if I get a low score?
A low score indicates immediate vulnerabilities that could put your law license or client data at risk. Upon completing the quiz, you will receive a breakdown of your weak points (e.g., Email Security, Backups) and actionable steps to fix them. You can also request a confidential consultation to review the findings.
Who should take this audit?
This tool is designed for Managing Partners, Solo Practitioners, and Legal Administrators. You do not need technical IT knowledge to answer the questions—it focuses on operational behaviors and policies.