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The Human Firewall: Turning Your Biggest Cyber Risk Into Your Strongest Defense

Why your smartest employees are your biggest vulnerability and how to turn them into your strongest defense against modern cyber threats.

Created byNYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
BeginnerUpdated Oct 5, 2026
The Human Firewall: Turning Your Biggest Cyber Risk Into Your Strongest Defense

What You'll Learn

check_circleAnalyze the psychological factors that make human targets vulnerable to cyber attacks
check_circleApply the Rules of Professional Conduct to maintain client confidentiality in a digital environment
check_circleEvaluate the requirements of the New York Shield Act for law firm data protection
check_circleImplement a verification protocol to prevent business email compromise
check_circleDevelop a firm-wide incident response and reporting policy

About This Course

Technology can stop many cyber threats—but it can't prevent human error.

This program explores why cybercriminals target people instead of systems, how social engineering attacks succeed, and practical strategies for reducing risk through better training, policies, verification procedures, and workplace culture.

Attendees will leave with actionable guidance for strengthening their organization's "human firewall" and making cybersecurity a shared responsibility.

Topics Covered:

  • Psychology of phishing and social engineering
  • Business email compromise and wire fraud
  • AI-driven impersonation and voice spoofing
  • Rules of Professional Conduct regarding technology
  • New York Shield Act compliance requirements
  • Out-of-band verification procedures
  • Multi-factor authentication implementation
  • Phishing simulation and incident response

Your Instructors

NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
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The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.

David  Steiner
David Steiner

Partner and Director of Business Development at Cypress Grove Technologies

David (Dave) Steiner is a Partner and Director of Business Development at Cypress Grove Technologies, a boutique IT firm that provides support, consulting, and services to small and mid-sized businesses throughout Manhattan and Long Island. His firm recognizes technology as a fundamental element of any operation and is passionate about maximizing and safeguarding it. Cypress Grove Technologies has provided IT services to the Academy for over a decade.

Alex  Herd, Esq.
Alex Herd, Esq.

Founder of the Herd Law Office

Alex Herd founded the Herd Law Office in 2024 to provide business owners and nonprofit leaders with clear, reliable legal support—whether they're launching a new venture or navigating complex challenges. Alex has been published on various legal topics and has taught multiple CLE programs. Outside of his legal career, he enjoys managing fantasy baseball teams, playing pickleball, and spending time with his wife and daughter.

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