Cybersecurity for Legal Practices: What Every Firm Needs to Know
Online
14 July 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEST
Online
1 hrs
Martin O'Riordan
Chris Haigh
| Topic | Technology & Knowledge | |
| Type | Webinar | |
| CPD | 1 - Practice Management and Business Skills | |
| 1 - New Zealand CPD | ||
| Pricing | AUD $149 |
| Full Member | Free |
| Online Member | Free |
| Affiliate | Free |
| Associate Member | AUD $74.50 |
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Presented by
Martin O'Riordan, Mercury IT
Chris Haigh, Mercury IT
Cybersecurity experts Chris Haigh and Martin O'Riordan will deliver a practical 60-minute session for legal professionals, covering the evolving threat landscape including the growing risks posed by AI - the fundamentals firms continue to get wrong, and a clear pathway to certification.
The session includes live Q&A throughout, so members can get answers to the questions that matter most to their practice.
Key Takeaways:
- Why legal practices are high-value targets - and what real breaches look like, including the emerging AI-specific risks facing firms today:
- The security fundamentals that matter most for legal practices, and an honest look at why so many firms continue to get them wrong;
- Immediate actions your firm can take to reduce exposure, this week, not next quarter;
- The confidence to have informed conversations about cyber risk with your partners, board and IT provider.
Presented by
Martin O'Riordan
Head of Cybersecurity, Mercury IT at Mercury IT
Martin O’Riordan is an experienced professional with over 25 years in c-level executive roles and leads cybersecurity efforts as the Head of Cybersecurity at Mercury IT.
With a Master’s in Information Systems and a background in Business and Training, he combines leadership and tech knowledge. Martin’s expertise includes Risk Management, Governance and Privacy supported by his board roles in various sectors.
With 30 years in cybersecurity, he’s committed to strengthening digital defences for business and communities, aiming for a safer technological environment overall.
Chris Haigh
Chief Information Security Officer at Mercury IT
Chris Haigh is the Chief Information Security Officer at Mercury IT, a cybersecurity expert, and leader with over 25 years of experience in helping businesses manage their cybersecurity risk across Australia, Europe, the USA and South Africa.
He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional, holds a Masters in Cybersecurity and has been training security professionals internationally since 1998. Chris is driven to help educate businesses of all sizes in practical ways to improve their cybersecurity posture.
Additionally, he actively mentors new and experienced security practitioners through the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN).
