“The biggest threat to privilege might be hiding in plain sight.”

In this episode we sit down with Alex Haslam from Gilchrist Connell to unpack one of the most important client protections and the many ways it can unravel. From inadvertent disclosure and waiver to the emerging risks posed by AI tools, we explore why the biggest threats to privilege may be hiding in plain sight and share practical steps lawyers can take to protect confidential information and avoid becoming the next test case.

• Sent, Shared, Waived? Threats to legal client privilege

Trust No One. It sounds dramatic, but when it comes to protecting your trust account, it might be the best advice you’ll hear.

In this episode of Risk on Air, we sit down with Law Society of NSW Chief Trust Account Investigator Sharon Blake to unpack the increasingly sophisticated scams targeting law practices. From AI-generated voice impersonations and business email compromise to multi-million-dollar payment fraud attempts, Sharon shares real stories from the frontline and the practical steps every firm should take to protect themselves and their clients.

• Trust No One

• Cyber risk management checklist
• Data and cyber security for law practices
• Cyber fraud prevention flyer
• Cyber Incident Procedure and Emergency Contacts
• Solicitor Wellbeing Service (SoWell) – 1800 592 296
• Trust Account Irregularity Form
• Additional Lawcover cyber resources

“At some point, it will happen.”

That’s the warning from Detective Superintendent Matt Craft of the NSW Cybercrime Squad. In this episode Matt provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at how cyber incidents are investigated, what support is available to law firms, why reporting early matters and the practical steps firms can take to prepare, respond and recover more effectively.

• Calling in the Cops: What the NSW Cybercrime Squad Wants Lawyers to Know

• ReportCyber
• Lawcover Cyber Risk Insurance