{"id":10261,"date":"2023-09-20T11:39:31","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T10:39:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/?p=10261"},"modified":"2026-02-22T11:46:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T11:46:21","slug":"the-data-migration-process-for-law-firms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/blog\/the-data-migration-process-for-law-firms\/","title":{"rendered":"The Data Migration Process for Law Firms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For decades, on-premise software was the standard for securely storing legal practice data.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But today, firms are turning to new software to securely store their files and other data. In fact, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sra.org.uk\/globalassets\/documents\/sra\/research\/full-report-technology-and-innovation-in-legal-services.pdf?version=4a1bfe\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">66%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> of UK law firms store data in the cloud according to the SRA\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Technology and Innovation in Legal Services<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> report.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0The reason for the shift? Added security, more flexibility, and cost savings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re considering making the switch, but still feel some resistance, keep reading. This article covers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What the data migration process is<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Concerns you may have about a data migration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The benefits of switching to cloud software for legal firms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Steps for a successful data migration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Best practices for maintaining data in the cloud<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep reading to learn how cloud computing could benefit your legal practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"o-featured-snippet o-theme--bone is-faq-snippet-question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-featured-snippet__inner\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\tWhat is the data migration process?\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-featured-snippet__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t\t<p  itemprop=\"text\">Data migration is the process of transferring your data from your current software to your new software. You may be moving from an on-premise software solution to cloud-based software, or simply switching between cloud solutions. Data migrations for law firms can include any combination of your contacts, matters, calendars, tasks, documents and more.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"o-featured-snippet o-theme--bone is-faq-snippet-question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-featured-snippet__inner\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t\t<h3>\n\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\tWhat is a typical data migration timeline?\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-featured-snippet__content\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t\t<p  itemprop=\"text\">There\u2019s no exact timeline for a data migration, as it can depend on the complexity of the data and how well prepared it is for a clean export. Barring any complications, a good benchmark might be to expect a data migration to take two to four weeks from start to finish.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3><b>What is the data migration process?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Data migration is the process of transferring your data from your current software to your new software. You may be moving from an on-premise software solution to cloud-based software, or simply switching between cloud solutions. Data migrations for law firms can include any combination of your contacts, cases, calendars, tasks, documents, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>These migrations often involve transitioning to new <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/features\/case-management\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">case management software<\/a>, which centralises all matter data, from client information to documents and deadlines, into a single secure system. With Clio, firms can migrate confidently knowing that every step of the process is handled securely by an expert team.<\/p>\n<h3><b>What is a typical data migration timeline?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There\u2019s no exact timeline for data migration, as it can depend on the complexity of the data and how well-prepared it is for a clean export. Barring any complications, a good benchmark might be to expect a data migration to take two to four weeks from start to finish.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Common concerns when migrating data to the cloud<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It can be challenging to take the leap and migrate years\u2014possibly even decades\u2014worth of data to a new platform. The process can be time-consuming and involves a learning curve. Beyond that, many firms fear for the security of their precious data.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What you might not know? Upgrading to cloud software is better for security and efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Security concerns<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<div\n\tclass=\"o-image l-image alignnone wp-image-10264 \"\n\t\tstyle=\"max-width: 46.875rem;  width: 822px;\"\n\t\t>\n\t<div\n\t\tclass=\"o-image__wrap l-image__wrap js-lazy-image-wrapper\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"padding-top:66.6666666667%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"DataMigrationSecurity\"\n\t\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/DataMigrationSecurity-750x500.jpg\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\t\theight=\"500\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/DataMigrationSecurity-750x500.webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"image\/webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"DataMigrationSecurity\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\theight=\"500\"\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/DataMigrationSecurity-750x500.jpg\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"is-lazy js-lazy-image\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t<\/picture>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many people fear that migrating to cloud-based software will leave them vulnerable to cyber attacks. However, the cloud is often the more secure option (more on that below).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Selecting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">software you can trust<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is paramount for legal professionals. You need to know your clients\u2019 information is protected\u2014not to mention your firm\u2019s data. But the best cloud-based legal systems run regular security checks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When selecting a legal cloud-based software, look for providers like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Have their own security team<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Comply with your local privacy and protection legislation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Run automated security checks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Provide an uptime service level agreement (SLA) \u2013 meaning they guarantee a percentage of time the software is available for client use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Encrypt data as it\u2019s being moved and when it\u2019s being stored<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/law-societies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">backed by law associations and law societies<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Data loss<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Losing some\u2013or even worse, all\u2013of your data is one of the worst-case scenarios a law firm can face. The good news? Legal software providers know this, and are here to help with a smooth migration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To mitigate data loss, choose a reputable software provider with a designated migration team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For extra peace of mind, ensure you have a backup of your data. Ideally, you can also set up dual running in the beginning of the migration, i.e., ensuring you continue to run both softwares with your firm\u2019s data at first. Your data should run on both your old and new software for a few weeks, so that you can ensure everything has transitioned smoothly to the new software before you lose access to the old.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Learning curves<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Resistance to new systems is natural. It takes time and effort to learn a new system, and legal professionals are often busy enough with their day-to-day work. Getting buy-in from your team or partners is a challenge (or maybe you\u2019re feeling hesitant yourself).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As Jack Newton, CEO of Clio, explains in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/resources\/client-centered-law-firm\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Client-Centered Law Firm<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, The overall success of the firm is important, but at the end of the day, people are motivated by what directly affects them. Frame any communications in terms of why adopting new processes will make your colleagues\u2019 day-to-day lives better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, your existing system could be the very reason there\u2019s \u201cno time\u201d to learn something new. Investing time up front into a more efficient system can mean less time spent on non-billable work or unplanned problems down the road.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In order to smooth the resistance to a new system, make sure you choose a provider that will set you up for success. Opt for providers with real humans and a comprehensive library of articles and videos, for support through on-boarding and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Benefits of using cloud-based software for law firms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Embracing cloud computing may take some effort at first, but you\u2019ll end up with a more efficient practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cost Savings<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The easiest way to justify making a change at work is to implement something that either saves or generates money. Switching to cloud-based legal practice management software (LPM) definitely saves you money (and, if used to its full extent, can help<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/customers\/fidlaw\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> uncover opportunities to generate more revenue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> too).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While on-premise software may seem like it incurs a simple one-and-done fee, the upkeep adds up. Hiring IT support, replacing or upgrading physical servers, maintenance fees, and electricity fees all cost extra.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cloud-based software offers you IT support and software updates right within your existing technology, and this is often included in one monthly or annual subscription price.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Additionally, cloud-based software makes your firm more efficient\u2013saving you time on non-billable tasks. Some providers even have solutions to help you digitise even more processes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, you can opt for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/grow\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">client intake software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that helps you find clients, automates intake, and helps you identify which of your marketing efforts has the highest return on investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Accessibility and mobility<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<div\n\tclass=\"o-image l-image alignnone wp-image-10265 \"\n\t\tstyle=\"max-width: 46.875rem;  width: 612px;\"\n\t\t>\n\t<div\n\t\tclass=\"o-image__wrap l-image__wrap js-lazy-image-wrapper\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"padding-top:66.6666666667%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"DataMigrationWorkingFromHome\"\n\t\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/DataMigrationWorkingFromHome-750x500.jpg\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\t\theight=\"500\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/DataMigrationWorkingFromHome-750x500.webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"image\/webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"DataMigrationWorkingFromHome\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\theight=\"500\"\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/DataMigrationWorkingFromHome-750x500.jpg\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"is-lazy js-lazy-image\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t<\/picture>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With the rise of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/blog\/online-lawyer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">hybrid (or even completely virtual) work at law firms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, it\u2019s important to implement solutions that are both productive and mobile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Adopting cloud-based software for your law practice means your firm can work from almost anywhere\u2014by choice or necessity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avoid commuting in unsafe weather, work from out of town, or plug in near the courthouse. Cloud-based software offers your practice more flexibility in both personal and professional circumstances. And with Clio, you can easily integrate with meeting solutions like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/app-directory\/zoom\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Zoom<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/app-directory\/dialpad-talk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">DialPad<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> so you can run a full-scale practice from anywhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flexibility can also be a necessary accommodation. Some disabilities make extensive travel or constant in-person interactions challenging, or even impossible. Adopting cloud-based software makes your firm more inclusive to potential hires and clients alike by removing mobility barriers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Security<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s a common misconception that on-premise servers are more secure than cloud-based options. But legal cloud-based providers invest heavily into cybersecurity, often more than any individual law firm would be able to. They have bank-level security\u2014making the cloud the most secure option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, Clio\u2019s hosting facilities are audited annually for security certifications (such as SOC 2 and ISO27001) to ensure they employ advanced physical security measures such as biometrics, CCTV cameras, and 24\u00d77 on-site security. Clio also makes use of geo-redundancy for its infrastructure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Platforms like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> also have teams and technology dedicated to ensuring the software is secure at all times. You can even control who, within your own firm, has access to different information, so you can mitigate the risk of an internal breach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But what about migrating data from an on-premise to cloud-based server? Doesn\u2019t that carry its own security risks?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Not if you work with security-first solutions like Clio. When <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/customers\/hybrid-legal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hybrid Legal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> decided to move its data from Hubspot to Clio, it was surprised at how seamless and secure the process was.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI can\u2019t fault the onboarding or migration processes\u201d, says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/customers\/hybrid-legal\/\">Ryan Lisk, founder of Hybrid Legal.<\/a> \u201cWe really enjoyed working with Clio\u2019s technical experts. They were knowledgeable and trustworthy, instantly putting us at ease. They kept our data completely secure as it was transferred from Hubspot to Clio.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Disaster recovery<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No amount of security software can guarantee protection from disaster, which is why every firm should have a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/blog\/cyber-security-law-firms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">disaster recovery plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Anything from a spilt coffee to a serious fire could render your technology\u2014and all of the files on it\u2014inaccessible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But, unlike on-premise servers, cloud-based software doesn\u2019t tie your data to any single device. Keeping your cases, contacts and more in the cloud means you can access your data in minutes by logging in securely from another device.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Collaboration and communication<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Improve collaboration at your practice by storing files in the cloud. You\u2019ll be able to quickly share documents and view them synchronously with other team members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your team and clients will also benefit from improved communication. Accessing your files any time, anywhere means managing time-sensitive information sooner. No more heading to the office to connect to your server\u2014or trying to connect by VPN. Cloud-based software lets you securely connect anywhere you have internet access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Steps for a successful data migration<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ready to make the switch to a new provider, but don\u2019t know where to start? Follow these four steps to set your firm up for a successful data migration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Plan your migration<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before you start your migration, you\u2019ll need to consult with your provider to create a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.clio.com\/hc\/en-150\/articles\/9813884849947-Data-Migration-General-Information\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">data migration plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/manage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> has a data migration team that will help you understand:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What data you can export<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Any limitations and\/or workarounds for data outside our regular scope<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your data migration timeline<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What to expect once your data has been migrated<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Preparing your data for migration<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before starting your migration, make sure your data is up-to-date, clean, and free of duplicates. All contact information should be in the right columns (i.e., no phone numbers in the email field), cases should be filled out with a description and assigned client, and columns should be aligned properly. For example, Clio outlines <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.clio.com\/hc\/en-150\/articles\/9813884849947-Data-Migration-General-Information\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">how to prepare your data for migration here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">hire a professional firm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to help with this and other pieces of the migration process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Migrate the data<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The most exciting step is, ironically, also the most uneventful. The migration itself is often a hands-off step for your firm. The provider you chose will take the data you prepared in the last step, and import it to their software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Test your migration<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before you go live with your new system, run some tests to ensure everything is running according to plan. Check that all of your data (case files, clients, etc.) has copied over to the new platform, and that it appears where and how you were expecting it to.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Go live<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finally, you\u2019re ready to go live with your new software! Be sure to communicate with clients about any changes they can expect. Additionally, stay in touch with your provider\u2019s support team for help navigating the change. Your staff may have questions in the first weeks of the transition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Best practices for maintaining data in the cloud<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Security is the highest priority for law firms and legal software providers alike. The provider you choose should be taking regular steps to help you ensure your data is secure, but there are also best practices you can follow for added protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Back up your data<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> regularly so you\u2019re protected against an unexpected loss. Some providers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/features\/data-security\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">automatically backup your data<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> so you have one less non billable task to focus on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Limit access to sensitive information<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> within your firm, to reduce the risk of an internal breach. Take advantage of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.clio.com\/hc\/en-150\/articles\/9200279456667-Account-Users-and-Permissions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">user permission settings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to limit your employees to the information they need for their individual roles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Keep your software up-to-date<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> so you always have the latest security protections. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/features\/whats-new\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clio\u2019s newest features<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> update automatically with no downloading.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Final thoughts on data migrations for law firms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Opting for cloud-based software may feel like a big decision, but it\u2019s one that ultimately benefits your firm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Switching from on-premise servers to legal cloud software gives you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Added security<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Improved efficiency and cost savings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Better flexibility and mobility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Easier data recovery<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a title=\"Learn more about Clio\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/uk\/\"><em>Learn more about how you can run an efficient, secure firm with Clio<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Read how to transfer your firm\u2019s precious data from one system to another while minimising time, effort, and security risks. 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