Jera IT, Scotland’s highest-rated managed service provider and a long-time technology partner to the legal sector, is warning law firms across Aberdeen and the North-east to take urgent steps against a growing wave of cyberattacks targeting the profession.
With over 30 years of experience helping Scottish legal practices protect client data and maintain compliance, Jera IT has seen a sharp rise in cyber incidents, particularly ransomware and phishing attacks, aimed at small and mid-sized firms handling sensitive information.
To help firms strengthen their defences, Jera IT is launching a series of professional webinars focused on practical cybersecurity strategies for law firms, alongside a complimentary Cybersecurity Audit for legal practices based in Aberdeen.
Legal Firms Under Threat
“Scottish law firms are increasingly being targeted because they hold confidential client information and often work under tight deadlines,” says Ally Hollins-Kirk, Managing Director at Jera IT.
“Criminals know that downtime for a legal firm is more than an inconvenience — it’s lost billable hours, damaged trust, and in some cases, lasting reputational harm.”
Recent incidents across the UK have shown that even well-established practices can be caught off guard. Phishing emails disguised as client instructions, fake court notices, and infected attachments are among the most common attack methods.
“Many firms assume they’re too small to be a target, but that’s no longer true,” Ally adds. “Attackers know that smaller practices may not have dedicated IT teams or the same level of protection. That makes them easy prey.”
Webinar Series: Cybersecurity for the Legal Sector
To address these growing challenges, Jera IT is hosting a new series of webinars tailored to the legal community.
Each session will provide clear, actionable advice drawn from real-world case studies and decades of experience supporting Scottish law firms.
Topics will include:
- How to spot and stop the latest phishing scams targeting solicitors
- Building a cybersecurity stack designed for legal workflows
- Preventing downtime through backup, recovery, and monitoring best practices
- Meeting Law Society of Scotland cybersecurity expectations
- Training teams to become the first line of defence
The sessions are designed to be accessible for both technical and non-technical audiences, partners, practice managers, and support staff alike.
“These webinars are about cutting through the jargon and helping firms take practical steps,” says Ally. “We’re not here to sell fear. We’re here to share what actually works for the legal community.”
Free Cybersecurity Audit for Aberdeen Firms
Alongside the webinars, Jera IT is offering free cybersecurity audits exclusively to legal practices in Aberdeen and the surrounding area.
The audit provides an independent, no-obligation assessment of a firm’s current cybersecurity posture, highlighting vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
The audit includes:
- A review of network and endpoint protection
- Evaluation of email and data security
- Assessment of backup and recovery systems
- Recommendations for compliance and best practice
- A concise report outlining risk level and next steps
“It’s hard to fix what you can’t see,” says Ally. “Our complimentary audit gives firms a clear picture of their current defences and a roadmap to strengthen them before something goes wrong.”
A Proven Partner for Scottish Legal IT
Jera IT has worked with leading law firms across Scotland for more than three decades, providing managed IT services, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity expertise.
The company is consistently rated the highest IT provider in Scotland for client satisfaction, known for its focus on reliability, responsiveness, and long-term partnerships.
“Our message to the legal community is simple,” says Ally. “Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue, it’s a business continuity issue. The cost of prevention is far less than the cost of downtime.”
Event and Contact Information
Upcoming Webinars:
Visit Cyber Security Services for the Legal Sector - Jera to view topics, dates, and registration details.
Book a Free Cybersecurity Audit:
Aberdeen-based legal practices can request their complimentary audit via Book a 30 Minute Call - Jera