2025 Texas Law Firm Cybersecurity Checklist

This document is a cybersecurity checklist specifically designed for Texas law firms to ensure compliance with the ABA Model Rule 1.6 and Texas Bar requirements. It outlines a 15-point checklist that helps attorneys evaluate their cybersecurity measures and identify potential gaps in their practices. The checklist includes essential security requirements such as enabling multi-factor authentication, ensuring client data is encrypted, and providing security awareness training to staff. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining client confidentiality and the legal obligations of attorneys to protect sensitive information. It also discusses the consequences of inadequate cybersecurity, including professional discipline, malpractice liability, and reputational damage. Additionally, the document references relevant Texas laws and ABA opinions that establish the legal framework for cybersecurity obligations, highlighting the need for regular assessments and updates to security practices.