Catch Advisors

IT Consulting for Professional Services Firms

Law firms, accounting practices, and consulting organizations depend on technology to serve clients and protect sensitive information. Catch Advisors provides vendor-neutral IT advisory to help professional services firms modernize collaboration tools, secure client data, and streamline operations.

29%

of law firms experienced a security breach in the past year

87%

of professional services firms now support hybrid or remote work permanently

42%

of client RFPs now include IT security assessment requirements

Professional services firms run on knowledge work, client relationships, and trust. The technology that supports these firms must enable seamless collaboration, protect confidential client information, and scale efficiently as the practice grows. Yet many firms operate with fragmented tools, outdated infrastructure, and security gaps that create risk.

Catch Advisors works with law firms, CPA practices, management consultancies, and other professional services organizations to build IT strategies that match how their teams actually work. We evaluate your collaboration stack, assess cybersecurity readiness, and recommend solutions for document management, unified communications, cloud infrastructure, and practice management. Our vendor-neutral advisory model means every recommendation is based on your firm's needs.

Whether your firm is migrating to the cloud, deploying Microsoft Teams voice for a hybrid workforce, or building a security program that satisfies client due diligence questionnaires, we bring the expertise and provider relationships to get it done right.

Key Challenges We Address

Remote & Hybrid Work Infrastructure

Building reliable, secure environments for professionals who work across offices, client sites, home offices, and while traveling.

Document Management & Collaboration

Implementing document management systems that support version control, secure sharing, e-discovery, and integration with practice management software.

Client Data Protection

Safeguarding sensitive client information with encryption, access controls, and data loss prevention policies that meet ethical obligations and client requirements.

Practice Management Systems

Selecting and optimizing practice management, billing, and CRM platforms that improve utilization tracking, client intake, and revenue reporting.

Unified Communications for Hybrid Teams

Deploying voice, video, and messaging platforms that keep distributed teams connected with clients and each other without complexity.

Cybersecurity & Client Trust

Building security programs that satisfy client security questionnaires, cyber insurance requirements, and industry standards like SOC 2.

IT Cost Optimization

Managing technology spend across software licenses, telecommunications, cloud services, and managed IT providers to maximize return on investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cybersecurity measures do professional services firms need?
At a minimum, firms need multi-factor authentication, encrypted email and file sharing, endpoint detection and response, and a tested incident response plan. Many clients now require SOC 2 compliance or equivalent security certifications. Firms handling regulated data (healthcare, financial) may need additional controls. Regular security awareness training for all staff is essential given the prevalence of phishing attacks.
How do law firms choose a document management system?
Evaluate DMS options based on integration with your practice management and billing software, support for ethical walls and matter-based security, e-discovery capabilities, version control, and mobile access. Leading options include iManage, NetDocuments, and SharePoint-based solutions. Consider cloud-hosted options for reduced IT overhead and easier remote access.
What unified communications platform works best for professional services?
Microsoft Teams is the most common choice for firms already invested in the Microsoft ecosystem, offering voice, video, chat, and document collaboration in one platform. RingCentral and Zoom are strong alternatives. The best fit depends on your existing tools, client communication preferences, and whether you need integrated contact center capabilities for client intake.
How can professional services firms control IT costs?
Start with a full audit of existing contracts, licenses, and services. Many firms overspend on unused software licenses, redundant telecom circuits, and oversized cloud resources. Consolidating vendors, right-sizing licenses, and leveraging a technology advisor to negotiate better rates can reduce costs by 15-30% without sacrificing capability.
What should firms consider when migrating to the cloud?
Data residency and sovereignty requirements, integration with practice management and DMS tools, internet bandwidth at all office locations, security controls that satisfy client requirements, and a realistic migration timeline. Start with low-risk workloads like email and collaboration, then move practice-critical applications once your team is comfortable with cloud operations.

Ready to Transform Professional Services IT?

Schedule a free assessment to discuss your industry-specific technology challenges.