Technology Problems Shouldn't Interrupt Your Law Practice.

Practical IT and cybersecurity help for North Carolina solo attorneys and small law firms. One-time projects. No monthly IT contracts.

Get Help With a Technology Problem

Does Any of This Sound Familiar?

Technology problems interrupting your work?
Get practical help with computers, software, email, and other everyday IT issues.
Not sure your firm's accounts are secure?
Protect Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and email with stronger security settings and multifactor authentication.
Have backups, but aren't sure they'll work?
Review your backups and test whether important files can be recovered.
An employee joining or leaving your firm?
Make sure employees receive appropriate access—and lose that access when they leave.
Concerned about cybersecurity, but don't know where to start?
Identify security weaknesses and prioritize improvements.

One-time projects. No monthly IT contracts required.

Helmlight Consulting is led by Eric Helms, GSEC, with nearly 30 years of experience supporting technology in a law school environment. Work directly with someone who understands the confidentiality and technology needs of legal professionals.

Meet Eric Helms

Learn how Helmlight helps solo attorneys and small law firms solve technology problems and improve security.

Who controls your firm's technology? Review the Technology Ownership Checklist.

Technology Issues That Often Get Overlooked

Who controls your firm's technology accounts?

Domain registrations, email administration, and other critical accounts may be controlled by someone who no longer works with the firm.

Where is your firm's information stored?

Client files may be scattered across computers, cloud services, and personal accounts without a clear recovery plan.

Who is looking at the bigger picture?

Individual technology problems get resolved, but recurring issues and broader security risks can still be overlooked.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Tell me what’s going on. I’ll help determine whether you need help with a specific technology problem, a security concern, or a broader review of your firm’s technology.

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Looking for a More Comprehensive Review?

Helmlight also offers fixed-scope packages for firms that want to review or improve more than one area of their technology and security.

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Helmlight Beacon

Find the hidden risks before they become expensive problems.

Review your current technology environment
Identify potential risks and concerns
Receive written findings and practical recommendations

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Helmlight Essentials

Fix common security and technology gaps in your firm.

Secure your devices and accounts
Reduce everyday risk
Improve everyday security and reliability

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Helmlight Secure+

Build a stronger long-term security posture.

Everything in Essentials
Expanded security review
ABA-aligned reporting and guidance

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Why Law Firms Choose Helmlight:

Designed Around Attorney Confidentiality

Technology assistance designed with attorneys' professional confidentiality obligations in mind.

Technology Help That Fits Around Your Practice

Work can be scheduled evenings and weekends whenever possible, reducing disruption to your workday.

Fixed Pricing. No Long-Term Contracts

Know the project cost upfront. No mandatory monthly support agreements or long-term commitments.

What You Can Expect from Helmlight

1. Tell Me What's Going On

Describe the technology problem or security concern your firm is experiencing. I'll help determine whether Helmlight is a good fit.

2. Agree on the Work and Cost

Before work begins, we'll establish the scope, expected deliverables, and price so you know what to expect.

3. Get Practical Help

I'll work with you to address the agreed-upon issues, with evening or weekend scheduling available when practical.

4. Understand What Was Done

You'll receive a plain-English explanation of the work completed, relevant findings, and any recommended next steps.

Confidentiality Is Built Into Every Helmlight Engagement.

Every Helmlight engagement is designed with attorney confidentiality in mind, including secure remote access, signed access agreements, and careful handling of sensitive information.

🔒See How Helmlight Protects Client Confidentiality

What Clients Are Saying

"I recommend Eric Helms without reservation. He responded promptly to my call for help. He was careful and, above all, patient. His work is thorough and professional. I've used numerous other techs over the years, but Eric is the best. Five stars!"

— John V. Orth, William Rand Kenan, Jr. Professor of Law (Emeritus)

Serving Solo & Small Law Firms Across North Carolina

Helmlight Consulting is based in Chapel Hill and provides technology and cybersecurity help to solo attorneys and small law firms across North Carolina. Most services can be provided remotely, with local assistance available in the Triangle when appropriate.

Local Service Areas:

Raleigh | Durham | Chapel Hill | Cary | Research Triangle Park

For Legal Professionals & Referral Partners

Do you work with solo attorneys or small law firms that occasionally need independent IT assistance?

Helmlight Consulting helps law firms resolve technology problems that fall outside the services provided by their existing consultants, trainers, or other professional advisers.

From Microsoft 365 and account security to backups and everyday troubleshooting, Helmlight offers practical, one-time assistance without requiring ongoing IT contracts.

Know a law firm that could use help? Tell me what they need, and I'll help determine whether Helmlight is a good fit.

Need IT Help for Your Firm or Someone You Work With?

Whether you're dealing with a technology problem yourself or helping another law firm find assistance, Helmlight is happy to discuss the situation and determine whether it's a good fit.

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