Our Industries

Legal

Technology that protects your reputation, supports your team, and keeps your cases moving.

Secure, compliant IT that keeps your firm efficient and client-focused.

Legal practices handle some of the most sensitive data in business and your clients expect confidentiality, speed, and professionalism at every step.

Whether you’re managing case files, collaborating across departments, or working remotely, your IT systems must be secure, compliant, and built around how your firm operates. At Novem, we help legal businesses modernise their infrastructure, improve efficiency, and reduce risk — so your team can focus on delivering exceptional legal services.

Legal Challenges

Legal firms face unique IT challenges, from safeguarding client confidentiality to meeting strict compliance standards. With rising cyber threats and increasing reliance on digital workflows, your technology must be secure, resilient, and ready for the future.

Compliance is Critical

Legal firms must meet strict regulatory obligations. Our solutions help you achieve Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO standards.

Cybersecurity is Non-Negotiable

With phishing and ransomware on the rise, layered security and MDR are essential for protecting client trust.

Efficiency Drives Profitability

From faster access to client data to AI adoption, we design IT systems that save time and reduce costs. We help ensure Fee Earners can spend time doing just that.

IT Challenges & Solutions in Legal

Across the two decades plus supporting clients, we know there are common IT challenges and also those that are more specific to the Legal industry. Below you will find just a few challenges and potential solutions. Don’t worry if you don’t see what you’re after as our team are happy to talk through the goals you are trying to achieve and build a solution for you.

Risk of Data Breaches & Regulatory Penalties

Advanced cybersecurity with EDR/MDR and strict access controls as a starting point.

Slow Onboarding of Seasonal Staff During Busy Periods

Standardised device provisioning and secure remote access for quick setup.

Managing Large Volumes of Client Files During Peak Tax Periods

Scalable cloud storage and automated archiving for fast, organised access.

Lack of Cybersecurity Awareness Among Staff

Regular security training and phishing simulations to strengthen the human firewall.

Difficulty Accessing Client Data Quickly

Cloud or hybrid infrastructure with structured data management for instant access.

Slow Recovery After IT or Cyber Incidents

Tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans tailored for your operations.

Shadow AI Use Creating Data Sensitivity Risks

AI governance frameworks and secure deployment of Microsoft Copilot.

Remote Working Setups Lacking Security

Secure remote access with MFA, VPN, and compliance-aligned policies.

Legacy Systems Slowing Operations

Migration to modern workplace tools and platforms for better collaboration and tools.

Some Metrics for Legal Firms to Keep in Mind

There are a variety of reports out there specific to the Legal industry, the below statistics show just why secure, reliable and modern IT setups are so important for those in the sector.

75%

of the UK's top 100 law firms have been impacted by cyber-attacks, according to PwC

77%

Cyber attacks on UK law firms surged by 77% in one year.

43%

The percentage of businesses in the UK who experienced a cybersecurity breach or attack in the last 12 months

Some of our Legal sector success stories

Whether it’s fully managed IT or bespoke project requirements, read about some of our work.

SF Taylor – Cloud Migration
Novem modernised SF Taylor’s IT systems with secure connectivity, migrating to the cloud and resilient continuity.
Read full case study

SSP Health – Connectivity & Telephony
Novem modernised SSP Health’s IT with resilient connectivity and a feature-rich telephony solution.
Read full case study

Implementation without disruption

We understand that IT projects can be just that, a one-off specific goal that you want to achieve or it could be a long standing relationship where a Managed Service Provider becomes an extension of your team, working towards a technology roadmap. We aim to create positive results that drive efficiency, security and scalability.

Managed IT Support
Cybersecurity & Business Continuity
Secure Remote Working
Copilot & AI Governance

Managed IT Support

We provide responsive, proactive support for your entire team, from fee earners to support staff. Whether you’re in the office or working remotely, we keep your systems running smoothly and securely, with minimal disruption.

Cybersecurity & Business Continuity

Legal firms are prime targets for cyber threats. We help you build layered protection with endpoint detection and response (EDR), managed detection and response (MDR), and robust backup solutions. We’ve supported legal clients through a variety of scenarios, building robust business continuity plans.

Secure Remote Working

Whether your team is working from the office, home, or on the move, we enable secure remote access to sensitive systems and data. Our solutions support flexible working while maintaining compliance requirements.

Copilot & AI Governance

AI tools like Microsoft Copilot can transform how legal teams work — but only when deployed securely and strategically. We help you unlock value through use cases like:

Summarising meeting and case notes
Automating version tracking and document formatting
Helping fee earners find information faster across systems
Reducing time spent on repeatable admin tasks

We also help you manage risks around Shadow AI, ensuring your team uses AI tools safely, with proper data sensitivity controls and governance.

Legal FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about IT in your sector.

Can You Help Us Achieve Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus?

Yes, we can guide you through the entire certification process, implement necessary security measures, and provide ongoing compliance support to maintain your accreditation.

How Do You Support Remote Working for Legal Teams?

We enable secure remote access with MFA, VPN, and device management tools, ensuring your team can work from anywhere without compromising security or compliance.

How Do You Protect Against Insider Threats in a Legal Environment?

We can deploy advanced monitoring, access controls, data sensitivity labels and more to prevent unauthorised activity.

What’s the Benefit of an IT Roadmap?

It aligns technology with your business goals, ensuring security, scalability, and cost efficiency. Rather than being reactive and having expensive one-off project costs, each year it allows for a plan and budget to achieve your goals.

How Do You Keep us Secure?

We use enterprise-grade security tools, MDR, and strict access controls to protect sensitive information. Depending on the services you take, additional layers of security can be added.

Why Should We Choose an MSP Instead of Handling IT Internally?

An MSP gives you access to expert support, advanced tools, and strategic planning without the cost of a full internal IT team. Just like people outsource to you for your expertise, businesses do the same to us.