Category: Scam Alert
Scam Alert: Phishing Email Impersonating ISB Executive Director
We have been notified of a phishing scam email attempt, in which the scammers are impersonating Idaho State Bar Executive Director, Maureen Braley and requesting personal information. This email did not originate from the Idaho State Bar. Do not click on…
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We have been notified of a phishing scam email attempt, in which the scammers are impersonating Idaho State Bar staff and representatives, and requesting confirmation of preferences for secure communications. This email did not originate from the Idaho State Bar.…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert – Email Posing as District Bar Officer Requesting Funds
It has been brought to our attention that another scam email is circulating in which the scammers pose as a District Bar Officer requesting money. An example is below. If you are suspicious of an email, please remember to check…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert: Phishing Email Attempt Using Fake ISB Email Address
We have been made aware of a phishing email attempt in which the scammers use Idaho State Bar President Gary Cooper's name and an illegitimate email address. If you receive an email similar to the screenshot below, immediately and permanently…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert: Malicious Dropbox Links sent via email
We've received noticed that there may be several scam emails circulating in which scammers are sending Dropbox links via email with the eventual goal of getting wire transfers for settlement funds. Reminder: Never click on suspicious links sent to you…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert: Phishing Email Targeting Leadership
We have recently been made aware of a phishing email circulating in which the scammer purports to be part of Bar Leadership and asks for an expense to be paid via payment app. See below for a redacted example of…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert: Wasden Issues Warning over Charitable and Attorney Solicitations Following Rigby School Shooting
(Boise) - Attorney General Lawrence Wasden is warning Idahoans about scam fundraisers related to the recent shooting at Rigby Middle School. Victims and their families also should be cautious if they receive legal representation solicitations about filing lawsuits or joining…
Read Full ArticleScam Email Re: General and Administrative Expenses
We have been informed of a scam email circulating in which a request is made by a scammer posing as a District Bar Officer to mail a check or wire transfer money to cover administrative expenses. If you receive an…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert: Fraudulent Unemployment Claims
Idaho lawyers are reporting that unemployment claims have been filed under their names with the Idaho Department of Labor. Most discovered the scam through emails or letters to them or to their employers. The scammers often have obtained victims' personal…
Read Full ArticleScam Alert: Phishing email re: referral from Lawyer Referral Service
It has been brought to our attention that several attorneys have received a blank email with the subject line, "I was referred to you the Bar Referral Services. Do advise if your firm handles Litigation Cases." The Idaho State Bar…
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