Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
- Privacy Policy1.1 This privacy policy outlines how our law office collects, uses, discloses, and secures the personal information of our clients and website visitors.
1.2 We are committed to responsible stewardship and protection of personal information. This policy complies with all relevant privacy laws and standards of our profession.
1.3 Personal information means any information that identifies an individual or relates to an identifiable individual. It does not include business contact information collected for business purposes from non-clients.
1.4 We only collect the personal information that is reasonably necessary for providing legal services or operating our website. We collect information such as name, contact details, case details, and in some cases financial information.
1.5 We use personal information internally to provide legal services, communicate with clients and potential clients, and operate our practice and website securely and effectively.
1.6 We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We only disclose personal information to third parties as needed to fulfill service requests, with client consent, or as required by law or professional obligations.
1.7 We use physical, organizational, and technological security measures like access controls, encryption, and audits to protect personal information. We ensure third party service providers implement reasonable security measures as well.
1.8 We retain personal information for as long as needed to provide services, resolve issues, comply with legal/professional obligations, and otherwise manage our practice. Personal information is then destroyed securely.
1.9 Individuals have a right to access, correct, or delete their personal information held by us, within legal and reasonable limits. Requests must be made in writing and may be subject to an administrative fee.
1.10 We may amend this policy as needed to address changes in our practices or comply with new legal requirements. The latest version will be posted on our website.
1.11 If you have any concerns or questions about our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer at [contact details]. We will investigate and attempt to resolve complaints and disputes regarding personal information in our possession or control in a fair, transparent, and timely manner.
1.12 This policy is effective as of [May 2024] and applies to all personal information held by us at that time and any information collected going forward.
[1.13 Optional: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without prior verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.]
We partner with Thomson Reuters, who might also collect data as part of our marketing efforts. To learn more about the Thomson Reuters privacy policy and the data that might be collected, please visit: Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement.