Bad Actor Attempts to Capitalize on Legal Transaction During Public Health Crisis
Lawyers Mutual was informed of a wire fraud attempt relating to the current public health threat. Read More +
NC STATE BAR COVID-19 Update: Important Court System Changes
Friday, March 13, 2020 Chief Justice Beasley announced several directives today affecting the operation of the North Carolina court system aimed at protecting public safety during the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus). In an order entered today, the Chief Justice has dir… Read More +
Preparation and Protection: Practical Steps for Your Law Practice During a Public Health Event
Tips for being prepared should a public health event affect your area. Read More +
The Latest Cyber Risk: Vulnerability of Your Email Accounts
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting web-based email programs in breaches. Read More +
Effective January 1, 2018 - Chapter 32A Power of Attorney Statutes No Longer Valid
Information regarding changes to NC Power of Attorney statutes that require edits to existing forms. Read More +
New Scam Attempts Access to Lawyers' Trust Accounts via Unauthorized Auditing Service
Scammers pretend to be be authorized auditing agency in new trust account scam. Read More +
WARNING: New Twists in Fraud - Interception of Incoming Wires
Warning regarding scammers targeting incoming wires to your trust account. Read More +
Best Practices to Prevent Interception of Incoming Wires
Steps to take to avoid fraudulent interception of incoming wires to trust accounts. Read More +
End of Year, Be on High Alert for Scams
Some tips to avoid being a victim of email scams at the end of the year. Read More +
New Trust Account Rules and Appointing a Trust Account Oversight Officer
More information regarding changes to trust account management rules. Read More +
Wire Instruction Fraud Continues to Plague NC Lawyers
Tips to help prevent being a victim of a wire instruction fraud scam. Read More +
Phone Scam Spoofing Lawyers' Phone Numbers Targets NC Citizens
Information regarding attack where scammers pretend to be from a law firm. Read More +
New Phishing Attack Pretends to Be Bar Communication
New phishing attacks pretend to be communications from State Bars or Bar Associations. Read More +
Don't Be a Victim of Wire Instruction Fraud.
More information regarding avoiding scams regarding wire instructions. Read More +
If you are holding funds in trust for disbursement and receive a change in payment instructions, STOP.
Information regarding wiring transfer scams. Read More +
Put Your Hands in the Air and Give Me Your Bitcoin
Tips to avoid the risks of ransomware - the latest cyber threat. Read More +
Major Changes Anticipated For Real Estate Closing Attorneys
Discussing the move toward ATLA best practices as minimum standards. Read More +
Substantial Changes in Mechanics Lien Law Become Effective April 1
Information regarding SL 2012-158's creation of Mechanics' Liens Agents Read More +
Malpractice Alert - Are You Aware Of The Estate Administration “Portability Feature?”
Information regarding estate tax return preparation, including sample letter Read More +
Have You Filed a Medical Malpractice Action Since October 1, 2011?
Sample language for technical pleading requirement under amended Rule 9(j) Read More +
