Great! Now What: Keeping Your Firm Safe in a Digital World
May 20, 2025 | Hybrid Event | 1.0 MCLE Credit
Great! Now What: Keeping Your Firm Safe in a Digital World Event Details
Date and Time
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CDT
Location
In-Person: ISBA Mutual Insurance Company, 20 S Clark Street, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60603
Virtual: Zoom Webinar
Cybersecurity is a growing concern for law firms of all sizes, with threats ranging from phishing schemes and ransomware to insider data breaches. These risks not only endanger sensitive client information but can also lead to costly legal exposure and damage to your firm’s reputation. In response to the evolving digital threat landscape, ISBA Mutual is proud to host an informative panel discussion titled Great! Now What: Keeping Your Firm Safe in a Digital World.
This timely event is designed to help legal professionals understand every stage of a cyber incident—from identifying vulnerabilities to responding efficiently when a breach occurs. Attendees will gain valuable insights into developing a comprehensive cyber preparedness strategy that includes prevention, detection, response, and recovery.
Whether you're just beginning to evaluate your firm's cybersecurity protocols or looking to refine an existing incident response plan, this hybrid event will provide guidance from top industry experts. Join us either in person or via Zoom and equip your practice with the knowledge and tools needed to minimize risk and build long-term resilience. Lunch will be provided to in-person attendees.
Relevant Event Collateral
Attendees will have access to a curated library of cybersecurity guides and resources designed to complement the discussion topics. These include:
These materials are designed to help Illinois legal professionals apply event insights to real-world challenges and improve firm-wide cyber readiness.
What Attendees Will Learn:
This interactive Q&A session will explore real-world cyber threats impacting the legal industry, firm-level risk prevention strategies, and how to respond effectively if your law firm experiences a data breach. Legal professionals will benefit from insights shared by industry-leading cyber experts with extensive experience in insurance, digital forensics, and cybersecurity law.
Panelists will walk through:
Current trends in cyber liability claims affecting Illinois law firms and the broader legal community
How to proactively mitigate cybersecurity risks and strengthen your law firm’s digital defenses using industry best practices
Legal, technical, and insurance-related steps required after a cyber incident, including communication protocols, documentation, and client notification
The short- and long-term impacts of cyber incidents on firm operations, professional liability exposure, and client trust
Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage directly with experienced cyber liability professionals to get practical advice tailored to their firm’s needs. This session is ideal for attorneys looking to improve their cybersecurity posture and understand the legal implications of data breaches in Illinois.
Featured Speakers
Moderator
Adam Czerwinski
Owner & Principal Agent at Sidebar Insurance Solutions
Adam Czerwinski is the founder of Sidebar Insurance Solutions and a seasoned insurance professional with over a decade of experience litigating claims on behalf of individuals, carriers, and corporations. His work revealed a widespread need among legal professionals for clearer guidance on insurance coverage, especially regarding cyber liability.
Adam now focuses on helping law firms understand risk management, cyber insurance, and liability protection. He is a graduate of DePauw University and Chicago-Kent College of Law, and previously served as an attorney at Allstate Insurance, Polansky and Cichon, and Uber Technologies.
Panelists
Elizabeth Ingram
Claims Counsel at Coalition, Inc.
Elizabeth Ingram is Claims Counsel at Coalition, Inc., where manages complex cyber, media, and technology claims. Prior to Coalition, Elizabeth was a coverage attorney at the law firm McCullough P.C., where she represented carriers in the London and U.S. markets in cyber, media, technology, employment liability, and professional liability matters.
Elizabeth holds a JD from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and a BFA from the University of Kansas. Elizabeth is admitted to the Illinois Bar.
Joseph Fusz
Cyber Security and Data Protection Attorney at Wilson Elser
Joseph Fusz is a cybersecurity and data protection attorney at Wilson Elser with extensive experience in cyber risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response. He previously led the Cyber Crimes and Special Investigations Divisions at the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he advised on complex cyber and financial crime investigations.
A military veteran and former U.S. Marine Corps officer, Joseph is also a legal educator and past President of the Lake County Bar Association. He regularly presents on digital evidence, forensic investigations, and legal ethics in cybersecurity.
David Collier
Senior Vice President at Stroz Friedberg (Aon Cyber Solutions)
David Collier is a Senior Vice President at Stroz Friedberg (Aon Cyber Solutions) with over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, technology, and legal services. He specializes in incident response, digital forensics, proactive cyber consulting, and complex eDiscovery solutions.
Known for his hands-on approach and commitment to delivering consistent client results, David has worked closely with legal teams and corporate stakeholders to navigate high-stakes cyber incidents and data security matters. His expertise spans litigation support, risk mitigation, and sales management, making him a trusted resource for law firms facing modern cyber challenges.
Register for Great! Now What: Keeping Your Firm Safe in a Digital World
This event is essential for Illinois attorneys, firm administrators, and legal IT professionals who are responsible for protecting client data and maintaining regulatory compliance in a rapidly changing digital environment. As cyber risks continue to grow in frequency and sophistication, Illinois-based legal professionals must be especially vigilant in understanding how to navigate incident response, insurance claims, and evolving security protocols.
Earn 1.0 hour of MCLE credit while gaining practical solutions to some of the most pressing digital threats facing the legal community today. Register now and take a proactive step toward strengthening your firm's cybersecurity resilience and compliance strategy.
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