Fraud Prevention

There's a risk in practice – being the target of a fraudster. Don't get caught.

This page explains where to find all of the resources that we provide that will help you stay safe. To manage other risks unrelated to fraud, including limitations and deadlines, practice management and risks by area of practice, see risk management.

We regularly communicate fraud alerts and risk management information to lawyers. Firms will also want to consider commercial liability insurance to protect them from fraud risks that are not covered under the Policy. Part A of the Policy provides coverage for lawyers who are innocent in fraudulent investment schemes, and real estate value and identity frauds.

Fraud Alerts

We issue Fraud Alerts to notify the profession about new scams or developments that put lawyers at risk.
Bad cheque scam

In this scam, fraudsters use various ruses to try and trick lawyers into paying funds out of their trust accounts.  Learn more, including the list of names and documents used by fraudsters.
Other social engineering scams

Protect yourself from the "phony change in payment instructions" and other scams that target lawyers' trust accounts.
Fraudulent investment schemes

The rogues behind fraudulent investment schemes target lawyers.  Protect yourself.
Real estate: Value, identity and other frauds

If you practice any real estate law, learn how to protect yourself in relation to the two common frauds that surface in this area of practice.
Cybercrimes

Cyber criminals and hackers can target your practice.
Employee fraud and more

Protect yourself from these risks.