Insurance For Solicitors
Protecting Your Practice with Confidence
ERM Financial Services provides tailored insurance solutions for legal professionals across Ireland. With over 30 years of experience and a deep understanding of solicitors’ risks and regulatory obligations, we help law firms secure the right cover with minimal hassle and maximum support.
As a broker on the Law Society of Ireland’s recommended panel, we’re trusted by practices of all sizes to deliver dependable, compliant protection.
Insurance for Solicitors
What Cover Do Solicitors Typically Need?
We help you structure cover to suit your work, clients, and risk exposure.
Core protections include:
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Required by the Law Society, PI cover protects your firm against claims of negligence, errors, or omissions in your legal services.
Office Insurance
Protects your contents, computers, and business equipment against events like fire, theft, or water damage.
Cyber Liability Insurance
Covers costs related to data breaches, ransomware, email fraud, and GDPR-related liabilities.
Directors & Officers (D&O) Insurance
Provides personal liability protection for partners or directors in governance or management roles.
Why Choose ERM Financial Services?
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Law Society Panel Broker – Recognised by the Law Society of Ireland for PI expertise
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Tailored Solutions – Cover designed to fit your specific services and risk profile
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Combined Cover Options – Bundle PI, office, cyber and more for simplicity and value
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Dedicated Account Support – Direct access to experienced advisers who understand legal practice
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What PI limit is required by the Law Society?
The Law Society of Ireland requires all practising solicitors to hold a minimum of €1.5 million in PI cover, on an any one claim basis.
2. Do sole practitioners need the same cover as large firms?
Yes, though the exposure may differ. Even small errors can result in significant claims. We tailor cover to your scale, but PI remains essential for all practising solicitors.
3. What does cyber insurance cover for a law firm?
It helps with breach response costs, ransomware payments, IT recovery, client notification, and regulatory fines (where legally insurable).
4. Can I combine all policies into one package?
Yes. Many clients choose to bundle PI, office, D&O and cyber cover for efficiency and to avoid gaps.
5. Is ERM Financial Services regulated?
Yes. ERM Financial Services is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.