Hive is now ISO/IEC 27001 certified
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Hive Legal achieved ISO/IEC 27001 certification following an independent external audit by Sensiba, supported by the use of the Vanta platform to manage and evidence ongoing information security controls. This marks an important milestone in the firm’s demonstration of commitment to information security, governance and risk management.
ISO/IEC 27001 is the internationally recognised standard for information security management systems. Achieving this certification means an independent, external auditor has formally assessed and approved how Hive Legal protects confidential information across its people, systems, technology and day to day legal operations.
In practical terms, the certification confirms that information security is not ad hoc or informal. It is supported by documented, auditable systems that are embedded into how the firm operates.
Independently audited and ongoing
ISO/IEC 27001 certification is based on independent verification. External auditors have reviewed Hive Legal’s information security framework and confirmed it meets the international standard.
The standard focuses on practical, risk based controls, including:
- Protecting confidential client and commercial information
- Managing access to systems and data
- Identifying and managing information security risks
- Planning to respond effectively to incidents and breaches
- Regularly reviewing and improving security controls
These controls apply across the entire firm and support the secure delivery of legal services for clients operating in commercial, regulated and higher risk environments.
Importantly, ISO/IEC 27001 is not a one off achievement. Certification requires ongoing review, testing and improvement to ensure controls remain effective as risks, technology and regulatory expectations change. This creates accountability and helps ensure information security remains current and robust.
What this means in practice
For clients, ISO/IEC 27001 provides confidence that Hive Legal treats information security as a core operational and governance priority.
Client information is handled with care, rigour and accountability, supported by firm wide processes that are reviewed and tested on an ongoing basis. Information security is embedded into matter delivery, system access, risk assessment and day to day decision making, not treated as an afterthought.
Rather than relying on static policies, Hive Legal has implemented an information security management system designed to support the way lawyers and teams actually work. The focus is on controls that are practical, clear and aligned with the realities of a modern commercial law firm.
ISO/IEC 27001 certification also forms part of Hive Legal’s broader commitment to good governance, ESG principles and delivering trusted legal services to clients operating in regulated and complex industries, such as government, energy and health. It strengthens the firm’s ability to support clients who expect high standards around data protection, cyber security and information governance.
Learn more
If you would like to understand more about Hive Legal’s approach to information security, or what ISO/IEC 27001 certification means in practice, please contact:
Joanna Green
Stacy Otis
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