Client confidentiality upheld digitally — DATEV, secure e-mail, and encrypted files
Secure IT for Attorneys and Accountants
DATEV integration, secure e-mail, GDPR-compliant client files, and encrypted communications.
Anonymized Reference CaseLaw & Accounting Firm · International, 35 employees+
Initial Situation
Slow DATEV environment, untested backup, unencrypted mobile access to client files.
Solution & Result
High-performance DATEV connection, encrypted client files on EU servers, Zero Trust remote access, tested 3-2-1 backup, DPA with confidentiality clause.
DATEV performance improved 60%, compliant mobile access, fully audit-ready.
For a law firm, a data breach is not an IT incident — it is a professional liability matter
- Client data is subject to strict confidentiality — unauthorized access can cost licenses and reputation
- A slow or failing DATEV environment brings the entire firm to a standstill
- Mobile access without proper encryption quickly violates confidentiality obligations
IT that protects client confidentiality technically and contractually
- Data processing agreement with explicit confidentiality clause, end-to-end encrypted files, EU servers
- Optimized and monitored DATEV environment with tested backup and defined recovery
- Secure remote access (Zero Trust) including secure e-mail — confidentiality maintained even in home office
Industry-Specific Challenges
What makes IT particularly demanding for Law Firms & Accountants
Professional Confidentiality Obligations
Client data is subject to strict confidentiality rules — a data breach is not just costly but professionally existential.
DATEV Dependency
The entire firm depends on DATEV — performance, backup, and secure access must work flawlessly.
Secure E-Filing Requirements
Electronic filing portals and legal e-mail must be securely integrated and reliably available.
Mobile & Hybrid Work
Client files must be accessible from anywhere — without breaching confidentiality obligations.
Finally an IT team that truly understands confidentiality obligations. DATEV runs fast, the backup is tested, and remote access is properly secured.
Relevant Services
Our Solutions for Law Firms & Accountants
Managed IT Services
Your IT in safe hands — fully managed
Data Backup
Your data safe — stored in Germany
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Your data always secure — fast recovery guaranteed
Endpoint Security
Protection for every endpoint in your network
Modern Workplace
Modern working — everywhere, secure, and productive
GDPR Audit & Data Protection
Full GDPR Compliance for Your Business
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Law Firms & Accountants at a glance.
01Is the solution compatible with professional confidentiality rules?+
Yes. We sign a data processing agreement with an explicit confidentiality clause, use exclusively EU data centers, and encrypt client files end-to-end — the technical and organizational safeguards required by professional confidentiality standards.
02Can you support our DATEV environment?+
Yes, DATEV support is a core competency for us: performance optimization, monitoring, secure access, and tested backup of DATEV data.
03What does IT support for a law firm cost?+
Typically as a Managed Service at a fixed price per workstation. After a free assessment you receive a binding quote including DATEV support.
IT Consulting for Law Firms & Accountants — no commitment
We know the requirements of your industry. In a free consultation we analyze your situation and show you concretely which solution makes sense for your business — with a binding offer within 5 business days.