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Cyber Essentials compliance for law firms 


Get certified before the October deadline

Start your Cyber Essentials journey

From 1 October 2025, all UK criminal law firms will be required to hold Cyber Essentials certification. If your firm hasn’t started preparing, the time to act is now.

We are an IASME-accredited certifying body, trusted by legal firms across the UK to guide them through Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) certification, with minimal disruption and full support from start to finish.

  • Certification made simple.
  • Expert-led gap analysis and remediation.
  • End-to-end support for CE and CE+.
  • Conduct your official assessment and issue your certificate.

Book your consultation today and secure your place in our certification calendar.

Why Cyber Essentials matters for law firms

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and professional indemnity insurers are increasingly urging practices to prove they meet minimum cyber security standards.

Criminal law firms hold some of the most sensitive data in the justice system, from client communications to court evidence. Without adequate cyber protection, your firm faces increasing risks from ransomware, phishing, and data theft.

The October 2025 Cyber Essentials mandate is a response to growing threats and compliance expectations. For many law firms, certification is now a non-negotiable requirement for:

  • Working with government or justice bodies.
  • Maintaining client trust.
  • Securing insurance renewals.
  • Meeting contractual obligations.
What law firms must do before the Cyber Essentials deadline

Start your Cyber Essentials journey here

What is Cyber Essentials?

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps organisations protect against common cyber threats. Certification proves that your firm takes security seriously and has key controls in place.

To be compliant, you need:

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Secure configuration of all systems

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Boundary firewalls and internet gateways

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Access control and least privilege practices

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Malware protection across devices

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Patch management to close vulnerabilities quickly

We make Cyber Essentials certification straightforward

We specialise in helping law firms navigate and achieve Cyber Essentials compliance - quickly, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to your day-to-day operations.

We offer:

  • Pre-assessment audits to highlight gaps.
  • Remediation and implementation of required controls.
  • Fully managed certification support.
  • Cyber Essentials Plus readiness (where required).
  • Ongoing cyber protection services (email security, endpoint protection, vulnerability scans).

All delivered by our UK-based cyber experts who understand the legal sector’s unique needs and compliance pressures.

Why law firms choose Wavenet for Cyber Essentials
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Already have Cyber Essentials? Time to step up to CE+

If your firm already holds Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus is the natural next step. 

It includes independent technical verification and offers: 

 

  • Stronger assurance for regulators and insurers.
  • Higher protection from sophisticated threats.
  • Greater confidence for your clients.

We support dozens of law firms through the CE+ process every year with:

 

  • Sector-specific guidance.
  • Full audit readiness support.
  • Official assessment and certification.
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Why law firms choose us

With more than 20 years of experience supporting legal organisations, we know what it takes to get your firm secure and compliant, efficiently and effectively.

What sets us apart:

  • IASME-accredited certifying body.
  • Dedicated cyber security team.
  • Deep understanding of legal-sector IT environments.
  • High success rate with CE and CE+ certifications.
  • Tailored guidance for firms with multiple sites or complex setups.

 

Don’t wait until it’s too late

Time is running out. Whether you're starting from scratch or just need help crossing the finish line, Wavenet is here to ensure your firm meets the Cyber Essentials requirements in time.