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1. • • Fake lawyer emails are sophisticated phishing scams. Impersonating legal professionals, these emails typically demand personal information or money, threatening legal action if you don’t comply. Their use of legal jargon and a convincing tone can make the deception seem legitimate.
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2. www.consumeraffairs.com › news › this-letter-from-aThis letter from a 'lawyer' is just the latest scam

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   Aug 24, 2023 · A fake law firm in Canada is sending letters to U.S. consumers pitching a scam on how to make money off of another person's life insurance policy.

   • Author: Gary Guthrie

3. mcsfa.com › sample-scam-letters-dont-be-a-victimSample scam letters - don't be a victim! - MCSFWA

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   Dec 16, 2021 · Here are sample scam letters. If you have received any of these letters, or have received a similarly fraudulent communication that is not included below, please refrain from responding to them, block the sender of the correspondence, and/or contact the appropriate agency.

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5. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2023Did you get a letter from a “lawyer” about cashing in on ...

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   Aug 18, 2023 · The FTC has heard reports from people in Korean, Vietnamese, and Latino communities who got letters in the mail from a supposed “lawyer” in Canada. The letter looks like it’s from a law firm and offers an “easy way” to get money using someone else’s life insurance policy. But it’s a scam.

6. lsnl.ca › notice-members-beware-email-scamsNotice to Members: Beware of Email Scams - The Law Society of ...

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   Nov 2, 2020 · In an example of a “direction to pay” scam, the fraudster “spoofs” a lawyer’s email address, making it appear that the email is sent from that lawyer by displaying their actual name in the “From:” line.

7. www.allenmalek.ca › warning-lawyers-email-scamWarning to Ontario Lawyers of an Email Scam - Allen & Malek LLP

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   Apr 15, 2016 · The fraud works as follows: A scam-artist contacts an Ontario lawyer to help collect on a debt by writing a demand letter to the debtor. After the Ontario lawyer sends out a demand letter, the alleged debtor will send a cheque to the lawyer.

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   Is a 'lawyer' letter a scam?

   • The FTC has heard reports from people in Korean, Vietnamese, and Latino communities who got letters in the mail from a supposed “lawyer” in Canada. The letter looks like it’s from a law firm and offers an “easy way” to get money using someone else’s life insurance policy. But it’s a scam. Here’s how to spot it.

   Did you get a letter from a “lawyer” about cashing in on someone else’s

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   How do you know if a lawyer is a scam?

   • Here are warning signs of fake lawyer email scams: Genuine lawyers don’t randomly email people about legal matters. If you didn’t seek legal advice, be suspicious. Scammers ask for sensitive details like your Social Security number or bank account information. Legitimate lawyers won’t do this via email.

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   What should I do if I receive a scam letter?

   • If you have received a scam letter, refrain from responding to it, block the sender of the correspondence, and/or contact the appropriate agency. Scam letters arrive in a number of ways, whether it be through direct mail, fax, or email.

   Sample scam letters - don't be a victim! | MCSFWA - MCS Family Wealth

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   Is a life insurance lawyer a scam?

   • There is no lawyer. It’s a scammer. And if you email them, they’ll ask for personal information. Or money. Or both. And that life insurance payout? It doesn’t exist. If you get one of these letters: Don’t respond. Never share your information with someone who contacts you and says they need it.

   Did you get a letter from a “lawyer” about cashing in on someone else’s

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   Are fake lawyer emails a scam?

   • Among the plethora of digital scams, fake lawyer emails stand out as particularly insidious. These emails aim to deceive recipients with threats of legal action or promises of legal assistance, preying on their fears and uncertainties. Understanding and avoiding these scams is crucial for protecting oneself in the online world.

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   How do scam letters arrive?

   • Scam letters can arrive through direct mail, fax, or email. As you can see by the following examples, some of these letters sound very convincing.

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9. lsnl.ca › notice-members-beware-email-fraud-scamsNotice to Members: Beware of Email Fraud and Scams

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   Some examples: 1) a malicious party sends a fraudulent email disguised as a legitimate email, often purporting to be from a trusted source. The message is meant to trick the recipient into sharing personal or financial information or clicking on a link that installs malware.