Backup & Disaster Recovery

When something goes wrong, how fast can you recover?

A data loss event does not announce itself. ELMIDA Solutions makes sure your data is protected, your recovery plan is tested, and your firm can get back to full operation fast — regardless of what caused the disruption.

The problem

What is at stake when backup and recovery are not done right.

Law firms hold some of the most sensitive and irreplaceable information in any professional environment. Case files, correspondence, contracts, billing records, and client data represent years of work and real legal obligations. Losing any of it, even temporarily, carries serious consequences.

  • A ransomware attack encrypts every file on the network and demands payment to restore access
  • Hardware failure wipes out documents, emails, and records with no clean copy to restore
  • An accidental deletion or file corruption is not discovered until the backup window has passed
  • Backups exist but have never been tested, and when recovery is attempted, the data is incomplete
  • Recovery takes days or weeks with no documented plan, and the firm operates in crisis mode
  • Cloud storage is being used as a backup, but sync errors wipe out critical files
What we manage

What ELMIDA Solutions manages for your firm.

From configuration and monitoring to testing and documentation, we make sure your data is protected and your recovery plan actually works when it is needed.

Automated and monitored backups

Data is backed up on a defined schedule with no manual steps required. Every backup is monitored for success, and failures are resolved before they create a gap.

Local and cloud-based redundancy

Backups are stored in multiple locations so a single failure at one location does not leave your firm without a recovery path.

Ransomware-resistant architecture

Your backup environment is isolated from the systems attackers would target, so a successful ransomware attack does not destroy your ability to recover.

Regular recovery testing

Backups that have never been tested are not reliable backups. We test recovery on schedule so you know exactly what would happen in a real incident.

Documented disaster recovery plan

A written recovery plan specific to your firm — your systems, recovery priorities, RTO/RPO targets, and the steps your team would follow in an incident.

File-level and full-system recovery

Whether an attorney deletes one document or an entire server goes down, we restore exactly what is needed without starting from scratch.

Retention management

Backup retention is configured to meet your firm's operational and compliance requirements, so older versions remain accessible without unnecessary storage.

Incident response coordination

If a data incident occurs, ELMIDA Solutions manages the recovery process end to end. You are not left reading a manual or calling a support line.

How it works

Setup that does not disrupt your daily operations.

Getting backup and disaster recovery properly configured does not require a disruptive overhaul. We handle the setup and management so your team stays focused on client work.

  1. Step 01

    Assessment & design

    We evaluate your environment, document your critical data, and design a backup architecture appropriate for your firm's size, complexity, and risk profile.

  2. Step 02

    Configuration & deployment

    We configure your backup solution, establish retention schedules, and deploy everything with minimal disruption. Most setup work happens remotely.

  3. Step 03

    Testing & documentation

    Before deployment is complete, we test a full recovery. We document your DR plan and confirm your RTO and RPO targets are achievable.

  4. Step 04

    Ongoing monitoring & review

    We monitor backups continuously, alert you to any failures, repeat recovery tests on schedule, and update documentation as your systems change.

Who it's for

Built for firms that cannot afford data loss.

Designed for NYC firms that depend on Microsoft 365, document management, and cloud storage, and cannot afford a ransomware attack or hardware failure with no clean recovery path.

A strong fit if:

  • You have between 5 and 100 employees
  • You rely on Microsoft 365 and document management tools
  • You have backups but they have never been tested
  • You have experienced data loss or a close call before
  • You want a written recovery plan your firm can actually follow

What you won't have to worry about:

  • Whether your backups are actually running
  • Whether a recovery would succeed under real conditions
  • Managing backup schedules, retention, or storage manually
  • Figuring out what to do in the first hours of a data incident
  • Explaining to clients why their files cannot be recovered
The ELMIDA difference

Backup as a core protection layer, not a checkbox.

Many IT providers offer backup as a checkbox item. We approach backup and disaster recovery as a core protection layer for your firm.

01

Built specifically for law firms

We understand the data types, confidentiality requirements, and uptime expectations of a law firm environment. Every configuration reflects that context.

02

Recovery testing is standard

Most backup deployments never get tested until something goes wrong. We test recovery as a standard part of our process so you know your data is restorable.

03

Ransomware-resistant architecture

Your backup environment is isolated from the attack paths ransomware uses, so an intrusion on your network does not destroy your recovery options.

04

A documented plan your team can follow

A backup without a recovery plan is incomplete. We produce and maintain a written DR plan so there is no confusion when an incident occurs.

05

Local and cloud redundancy

Both local and cloud-based backup targets so a failure at any single location does not eliminate your recovery options.

06

Incident response when it matters

If a data incident occurs, ELMIDA Solutions manages the recovery process from start to finish. You will not be reading documentation alone at midnight.

Common questions

What firms ask before getting started.

Ready to talk about protecting your firm's data?

We will assess your current backup environment, identify any gaps, and give you a clear picture of what proper backup and disaster recovery looks like for a firm your size.