Thousands of attempts are now being made
to defraud lawyers by e-mail from individuals pretending to be potential
clients. A surprising number are successful.
The problem is the lawyers
receive six-figure checks purporting to be settlements
that are forged cashier’s checks. Many lawyers are not aware of how
long it takes the banking system to recognize and notify depositors
of the forged checks. Scammers attempt to have money wired to them
before discovery.
Learn how to protect yourself from these situations
and to recognize the “badges of fraud” in these
e-mails. This free
30-minute webinar, set for noon on Tuesday,
Dec. 15 is presented
as a member service features OBA General Counsel
Gina Hendryx and OBA Management Assistance Program
Director Jim Calloway. Access this event from anywhere with an established
Internet connection.
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