Fraud alert
What's the scam?
We have been informed of scam emails being sent to law firms claiming to be attaching a subscription invoice from Xero and stating that an amount will be debited from your credit card and inviting you to click on a link.
What should you do?
Do not click on any links contained in the emails
If you suspect a fraud, or other internet crime, remember to report it on the Action Fraud website.
Where a fraud or scam has actually taken place, it should be reported directly to Police Scotland.
We recommend that you read our cybersecurity guide which includes tips for individuals receiving emails and what to think about before clicking on links and attachments
Cybersecurity guide
Keep you, and your clients' interests, safe with our cybersecurity guide
Frauds and scams
Information to help Scottish law firms avoid becoming the victim of fraud or becoming involved in the facilitation of fraud or money laundering.