Is it a good idea to store privileged attorney client information in the cloud? Is it even ethical?

I just want an opinion. Personally, I think it is not really a good idea ethically, but what is everyone else's thoughts?Is it a good idea to store privileged attorney client information in the cloud? Is it even ethical?
No, it is not a good idea, generally speaking. However, with the frequency of attorney travel, many firms now use iDocuments to store items they are going to file with the Court - such as images of Affidavits, Pleadings, etc. Once those are filed with the Court, they are public record. But, other documents should not be stored in the cloud. If you are going to do that, password protect your documents. This is VERY easy to do in Adobe. Interestingly enough, no State Bar Association has rules addressing this problem at the moment. It is not against the Rules of Professional Conduct at this time.Is it a good idea to store privileged attorney client information in the cloud? Is it even ethical?
It's not illegal or unethical, but for the time being I don't think it's a good idea. There's been just too many data breaches at cloud servers recently for me to feel secure enough with data stored online.



After all, credit card info stored on line is secured by the best security software the merchants have - and it still gets hacked from time to time.



RichardIs it a good idea to store privileged attorney client information in the cloud? Is it even ethical?
It is safe and secure if done properly. Read the HIPAA requirements for data storage and you'll better understand why it is important to do so.
No, No and NO