Presentation for Avvo: Understanding Cloud Computing for Legal Professionals

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Just what is this cloud that everyone is talking about? From the perspective of the law firm, computing in the cloud eliminates typical IT expenses, management, and headaches. Cloud options are often cost-effective since they forego high up-front costs in favor of predictable monthly fees. But tread carefully and know your risks. Avvo will host Larry Port from Rocket Matter, the leading online legal practice management and time tracking software for attorneys. For more information, see: http://info.rocketmatter.com/cloud-for-avvo

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Cloud Computing for Legal Professionals

July 15, 2010Larry Port

What’s “The Cloud”?

The cloud allows users to outsource

their computing needs.

Software and computers as an

outsourced, monthly utility.

Consumers and engineers have

different definitions.

Where’s the data?

whythe cloud?

anywheremobile

zero-upgradeno maintenance

securebusiness continuity

Mooooooooo……

Cloud apps for Legal?

Calendar, CRM, Practice Management, Billing and Accounting

More cloud apps…

Data Security?

128-bit SSL

Web attacks

Geo-redundant backups

Continuous backups

Physical Security

Server maintenanc

e

Ethics decisions?

North Carolina 2010 Proposed Ethics Opinion 7================

“Yes, provided steps are taken effectively to minimize the risk of inadvertent or unauthorized disclosure of confidential client information…”

Thanks for Attending!

For more information, including our free white paper,“Everything You Wanted To Know About Cloud Computing*

(*but were afraid to ask)” and cloud app webinar recording with Lee Rosen:

http://info.rocketmatter.com/cloud-for-avvo