Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection

Speaker: Wanda Borges, Borges & Associates, LLC, Syosset, NY

In a world where the hybrid of in-office work and remote work from home is the “new” normal, law firms need to build people-centric cybersecurity strategies to protect client and law office electronic data and communication. At least 40 states have adopted a Duty of Technology Competence requirement for lawyers. Florida and North Carolina require some technology training. New York is the first state to mandate Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection education. This program has been designed to enable lawyers to attain an understanding of:

• fundamental issues of securely sending, receiving, and storing client and law office electronic data and communication
• cybersecurity features of various technologies to protect client and law office electronic data and communication
• the threats of cyberattacks and steps to take to prevent those attacks and inadvertent disclosure of confidential client and law office information
• security measures to protect client and law office electronic data and communication when working remotely or when using personal or business mobile devices

The program will include a discussion of Cyber Incident Response Planning, Law Office Policies and Protocols and related laws and will offer real-life examples and practical steps which may be taken to protect electronic data and thwart cyber-crime.

Artificial Intelligence Usage and Ethics
[Beware the Dangers that Lurk and Be Mindful of Responsibilities]

Speakers:
Sue Chin, Esq., Borges & Associates, LLC, Syosset, NY
Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong, US Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York, Brooklyn, NY
Conor A. Carman, Law Student/Intern, St. John’s University School of Law

Artificial Intelligence is here to stay and can be a valuable tool in your law firm practice. AI can assist in the creation of legal documents from contracts through memoranda of law, which may provide attorneys with a false sense of ease having a virtual assistant. Dangers abound; however, and attorneys must be warned of the dangers that lurk therein. The U.S. District Court decision in Mata v. Avianca decision sanctioning individual lawyers and their law firm for abandoning their “gatekeeping role on attorneys to ensure the accuracy of their filings” has caused counsel and courts alike to sit up and take notice of the risks inherent with the use of Artificial Intelligence to create legal documents. As of September, 2023, three U.S. District Court Judges, one Bankruptcy Court Judge and one Judge from the Court of International Trade have adopted rules mandating certifications from attorneys stating whether or not artificial intelligence has been used in any paper, brief, memorandum, etc. and, if so, that the AI has been fact checked and verified as to accuracy. Comment 8 to ABA Model Rule 1.1 requires lawyers to “…keep abreast of changes in the law and its practice, including the benefits and risks associated with relevant technology…”

Judge Stong and Ms. Chin will discuss the Mata v. Avianca decision, the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence and the Ethics involved in such use. In addition, they will discuss the possibility or likelihood that more Bankruptcy Courts and state courts will be adopting AI mandates.

The Role of AI in a Law Firm – The Do’s and Don’ts of ChatGBT

Speaker: Lisa Mirabile, Vertigo Media Group, Bohemia, NY

In today’s world, data is growing explosively. While there are massive amounts of data at your fingertips it takes time to analyze it. Learn how to leverage AI technology for your law firm and how to avoid making costly mistakes. You will receive tips on how to best use ChatGBT IT including research, client intake, contract, and legal document analysis but you will also learn how to avoid making serious mistakes.

Streamlining Workflow, Improving Efficiency and Staying in Compliance in your Law Firm through Modern Technology

Speakers:
Chris Nall, Case Master Pro, Gainesville, FL
Timothy Wan, Smith Carroad Wan & Parikh, PC, Smithtown, NY

Our speakers will discuss how modern technology can be used to help maintain compliance with applicable rules concerning privacy and security, streamline our practices, and make us more efficient. We will talk about the integral features in today’s collections software, such as workflow automation, document generation, paperless office options, trust account reconciliation, payment processing, cloud-based accessibility, and more. We will also discuss how free, subscription-based, or purchased software and other technology can help ensure that law firms and collection agencies of all sizes can be as efficient as possible. We will examine various means of accepting payment from debtors and clients (credit card, payment portal, and other electronic options).

Wanda Borges, Esq.
Borges & Associates, LLC

Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection

Speaker:
Wanda Borges,
Borges & Associates, LLC,
Syosset, NY

In a world where the hybrid of in-office work and remote work from home is the “new” normal, law firms need to build people-centric cybersecurity strategies to protect client and law office electronic data and communication. At least 40 states have adopted a Duty of Technology Competence requirement for lawyers. Florida and North Carolina require some technology training. New York is the first state to mandate Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection education. This program has been designed to enable lawyers to attain an understanding of:

• fundamental issues of securely sending, receiving, and storing client and law office electronic data and communication
• cybersecurity features of various technologies to protect client and law office electronic data and communication
• the threats of cyberattacks and steps to take to prevent those attacks and inadvertent disclosure of confidential client and law office information
• security measures to protect client and law office electronic data and communication when working remotely or when using personal or business mobile devices

The program will include a discussion of Cyber Incident Response Planning, Law Office Policies and Protocols and related laws and will offer real-life examples and practical steps which may be taken to protect electronic data and thwart cyber-crime.

Sue Chin, Esq.
Borges & Associates, LLC

Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong
US Bankruptcy Judge,
Eastern District of New York

Conor A. Carman
Law Student/Intern,
St. John’s University School of Law

Artificial Intelligence Usage and Ethics
[Beware the Dangers that Lurk and Be Mindful of Responsibilities]

Speakers:

Sue Chin, Esq.,
Borges & Associates, LLC,
Syosset, NY

Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong,
US Bankruptcy Judge,
Eastern District of New York,
Brooklyn, NY

Conor A. Carman,
Law Student/Intern,
St. John’s University School of Law

Artificial Intelligence is here to stay and can be a valuable tool in your law firm practice. AI can assist in the creation of legal documents from contracts through memoranda of law, which may provide attorneys with a false sense of ease having a virtual assistant. Dangers abound; however, and attorneys must be warned of the dangers that lurk therein. The U.S. District Court decision in Mata v. Avianca decision sanctioning individual lawyers and their law firm for abandoning their “gatekeeping role on attorneys to ensure the accuracy of their filings” has caused counsel and courts alike to sit up and take notice of the risks inherent with the use of Artificial Intelligence to create legal documents. As of September, 2023, three U.S. District Court Judges, one Bankruptcy Court Judge and one Judge from the Court of International Trade have adopted rules mandating certifications from attorneys stating whether or not artificial intelligence has been used in any paper, brief, memorandum, etc. and, if so, that the AI has been fact checked and verified as to accuracy. Comment 8 to ABA Model Rule 1.1 requires lawyers to “…keep abreast of changes in the law and its practice, including the benefits and risks associated with relevant technology…”

Judge Stong and Ms. Chin will discuss the Mata v. Avianca decision, the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence and the Ethics involved in such use. In addition, they will discuss the possibility or likelihood that more Bankruptcy Courts and state courts will be adopting AI mandates.

Lisa Mirabile
Vertigo Media Group

The Role of AI in a Law Firm – The Do’s and Don’ts of ChatGBT

Speaker:
Lisa Mirabile,
Vertigo Media Group,
Bohemia, NY

In today’s world, data is growing explosively. While there are massive amounts of data at your fingertips it takes time to analyze it. Learn how to leverage AI technology for your law firm and how to avoid making costly mistakes. You will receive tips on how to best use ChatGBT IT including research, client intake, contract, and legal document analysis but you will also learn how to avoid making serious mistakes.

Chris Nall
Case Master Pro

Timothy Wan
Smith Carroad Wan & Parikh, PC

Streamlining Workflow, Improving Efficiency and Staying in Compliance in your Law Firm through Modern Technology

Speakers:

Chris Nall,
Case Master Pro,
Gainesville, FL

Timothy Wan,
Smith Carroad Wan & Parikh, PC,
Smithtown, NY

Our speakers will discuss how modern technology can be used to help maintain compliance with applicable rules concerning privacy and security, streamline our practices, and make us more efficient. We will talk about the integral features in today’s collections software, such as workflow automation, document generation, paperless office options, trust account reconciliation, payment processing, cloud-based accessibility, and more. We will also discuss how free, subscription-based, or purchased software and other technology can help ensure that law firms and collection agencies of all sizes can be as efficient as possible. We will examine various means of accepting payment from debtors and clients (credit card, payment portal, and other electronic options).