Cybercrime 2026 – AI, fraud and cybersecurity risks for lawyers

AI, fraud and cybercrime present ever-evolving risks for lawyers and their firms. Increasingly flexible working practices, sophisticated scams and AI-generated content create new challenges around security, confidentiality and the protection of client information.

While firms have strengthened their systems and procedures, fraudsters continue to find new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. Are your systems and staff sufficiently protected? Can you recognise an AI-generated communication or identify when someone is not who they claim to be?

This webinar will consider the key cybercrime and fraud risks facing lawyers in 2026, the warning signs to look out for and the practical steps firms can take to protect their systems, staff and clients.

Topics covered include:

• An outline of the more typical frauds and scams
• Key factors to consider in internet-based frauds & the use of AI generated content
• Recent examples of breaches
• Cyber Essentials & other measures as a remedy
• Personal ID fraud – the latest
• CQS, and other measures to offset it
• GDPR implications
• What to do if you fall victim
• Do as I say…