Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 4/4/25

Introduction

Welcome to ("we," "our," or "us"), accessible at . As a family and divorce law practice, we understand the deeply personal and sensitive nature of the matters we handle. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information in accordance with applicable laws, professional rules of conduct, and ethical obligations.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or communicate with our firm. This policy applies to prospective clients, current clients, former clients, and website visitors.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website or services.

Important Note: This Privacy Policy addresses our general privacy practices. Attorney-client privilege and the ethical duty of confidentiality may provide additional protections for information shared in the context of legal representation. Please see the "Attorney-Client Relationship and Confidentiality" section below.

Attorney-Client Relationship and Confidentiality

No Attorney-Client Relationship Created by Website Use

Using our website, submitting a contact form, or sending an email does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is established only when we formally agree to represent you and you have signed an engagement agreement.

Attorney-Client Privilege

Once an attorney-client relationship is established, communications between you and our attorneys regarding legal advice are generally protected by attorney-client privilege. This privilege is separate from and in addition to the protections described in this Privacy Policy. Privileged communications remain confidential and will not be disclosed except as required by law or with your express consent.

Ethical Duty of Confidentiality

As attorneys, we are bound by professional rules of conduct that impose strict confidentiality obligations. We are ethically required to protect all information relating to the representation of a client, regardless of the source of that information. This duty extends beyond attorney-client privileged communications and continues even after the representation ends.

Confidential Communication Channels

For confidential legal matters, we provide secure communication channels including:

Encrypted email

Secure client portal

Private office consultations

Secure telephone lines

We strongly recommend using these secure channels when discussing sensitive case details, particularly regarding divorce proceedings, child custody matters, domestic violence situations, financial disputes, or any other confidential family law issues.

Information We Collect

Personal and Case-Related Information

We may collect personal and case-related information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Complete a consultation request form

Retain our legal services

Communicate with our attorneys and staff

Use our secure client portal

Provide documents and evidence for your case

Participate in case-related activities

The information we collect may include:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address

Biographical Information: Date of birth, Social Security number (when legally required), employment information

Family Information: Information about your spouse, children, other family members, and relationships

Financial Information: Income, assets, debts, bank accounts, tax returns, property ownership, and other financial records

Case-Specific Information: Details about your divorce, custody arrangements, child support, spousal support, domestic violence incidents, prenuptial agreements, property division, and other family law matters

Legal History: Prior court proceedings, protective orders, criminal history (if relevant)

Medical and Psychological Information: When relevant to your case (e.g., custody evaluations, mental health records, substance abuse treatment)

Communication Records: Correspondence, emails, phone call records, and meeting notes

Payment Information: Billing and payment details, retainer information

Any other information necessary for your legal representation

Information from Third Parties

In the course of representing you, we may receive information from:

Courts and court personnel

Opposing counsel and parties

Expert witnesses (custody evaluators, appraisers, forensic accountants)

Mediators and arbitrators

Process servers and investigators

Financial institutions

Healthcare providers (with appropriate authorization)

School officials and childcare providers

Government agencies

Other sources relevant to your case

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

IP address

Browser type and version

Device type and operating system

Time and date of your visit

Pages you view

Links you click

Time spent on pages

Referring website or application

Geographic location (general)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us:

Remember your preferences

Understand how visitors use our website

Improve website functionality

Analyze website traffic and performance

Types of cookies we may use:

Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly

Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website

Preference cookies: Allow our website to remember your preferences

Security cookies: Help maintain the security of our website and client portal

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website or client portal.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Legal Representation

Providing legal advice and representation in your family law matter

Preparing legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence

Conducting legal research and case analysis

Communicating with opposing counsel, courts, and third parties

Negotiating settlements and agreements

Representing you in court proceedings, mediation, or arbitration

Managing and administering your case

Client Services and Communication

Responding to your inquiries and requests

Scheduling consultations and appointments

Providing case updates and status reports

Sending appointment reminders

Delivering important legal notices and deadlines

Managing our client relationship

Administrative and Business Purposes

Processing payments and managing billing

Maintaining client files and records

Managing conflicts of interest

Complying with legal and ethical obligations

Maintaining professional liability insurance

Improving our services

Training staff and attorneys

Website and Marketing

Operating and maintaining our website

Analyzing website usage and performance

Sending newsletters and legal updates (with your consent)

Marketing our legal services to prospective clients

Conducting client satisfaction surveys

Legal and Ethical Compliance

Complying with court orders and legal obligations

Responding to subpoenas and discovery requests

Fulfilling professional responsibility requirements

Maintaining trust account records

Preventing fraud and protecting client interests

How We Share Your Information

We take the confidentiality of your information seriously. We may share your personal information only in the following limited circumstances:

In the Course of Legal Representation

With Your Express or Implied Consent:

Opposing counsel and parties in your case

Courts, judges, and court personnel

Mediators, arbitrators, and alternative dispute resolution professionals

Expert witnesses (e.g., custody evaluators, forensic accountants, appraisers)

Process servers and investigators

Court reporters and legal transcription services

Witnesses relevant to your case

Note: By retaining our services, you authorize us to share information as reasonably necessary to represent you effectively, unless you specifically instruct us otherwise.

Service Providers and Business Associates

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our practice, including:

Legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)

Case management and document management software providers

Secure cloud storage services

Electronic filing services for court documents

Payment processors and billing services

IT support and cybersecurity providers

Professional consultants (accountants, IT specialists)

Document shredding and destruction services

All service providers are required to maintain confidentiality and security standards consistent with our ethical obligations and this Privacy Policy. We use only reputable providers who understand the sensitive nature of legal information.

Legal and Court Requirements

We may disclose your information when:

Required by a valid court order or subpoena

Mandated by law or legal process

Required by court rules or procedural requirements

Necessary to comply with professional rules and regulations

Required for court filings and public records (as permitted by law)

Public Court Records: Please be aware that documents filed with the court generally become part of the public record and may be accessible to the public, unless sealed by court order. We will advise you about public record implications when appropriate.

Prevention of Harm

Consistent with our ethical obligations, we may disclose information to prevent:

Reasonably certain death or substantial bodily harm

Substantial financial injury through criminal or fraudulent conduct

Client use of our services to commit a crime or fraud

Such disclosures will be limited to the minimum necessary and only when permitted or required by law and professional rules.

Business Transfers

If our law practice is sold, merged, or transferred, your client files and information may be transferred to the successor law firm, subject to continuing confidentiality obligations and professional rules.

With Your Explicit Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us specific, informed consent to do so.

SMS/Mobile Information

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing with subcontractors in support services, such as appointment reminders or case notifications, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Aggregated or De-identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you for purposes such as legal research, practice improvement, or industry analysis.

Data Security

Given the sensitive nature of family law matters, we implement robust security measures to protect your personal information:

Technical Safeguards

Encryption of data in transit and at rest

Secure, password-protected client portal

Encrypted email communications for sensitive matters

Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems

Regular security updates and patches

Secure backup systems

Multi-factor authentication for system access

Physical Safeguards

Secure office facilities with restricted access

Locked file storage for physical documents

Secure document disposal and shredding

Confidential meeting spaces

Visitor sign-in and escort procedures

Administrative Safeguards

Staff training on confidentiality and data security

Confidentiality agreements with all employees and contractors

Access controls and permission levels

Regular security audits and assessments

Incident response procedures

Background checks for employees with access to client information

Security Disclaimer: While we implement industry-standard security measures and comply with our professional obligations, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information to the fullest extent possible.

Data Retention

Active Client Files

We retain your information for the duration of our representation and as long as necessary to provide legal services to you.

Closed Client Files

After your case concludes, we retain your files in accordance with:

Professional responsibility rules and ethics opinions

Applicable statutes of limitations

Legal requirements for record retention

Best practices for legal documentation

Generally, we retain closed client files for a minimum of seven (7) years after case closure, or longer if required by law or if ongoing legal issues require retention. Some records, such as trust account records, may be retained longer as required by law.

Destruction of Records

When retention periods expire, we destroy records securely using methods such as:

Shredding of paper documents

Secure deletion or destruction of electronic files

Certified destruction services for sensitive materials

You may request the return of original documents in your file upon case closure, subject to our need to retain copies for our records.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Review

As a client or former client, you have the right to:

Access your client file

Review documents and records we maintain about you

Request copies of your file (reasonable copying fees may apply)

Request a summary of your case or matter

To access your file, please contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section.

Correction of Information

If you believe any information in your file is inaccurate or incomplete, please notify us promptly so we can review and update your records as appropriate.

Marketing Communications

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications, newsletters, or promotional emails from us by:

Following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails

Contacting us directly at

Updating your preferences in our client portal

Note: You cannot opt out of receiving important case-related communications, billing statements, or legal notices related to your representation.

Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website or client portal.

Data Protection Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information, including:

Right to request access to your personal information

Right to request correction of inaccurate information

Right to request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)

Right to object to certain processing

Right to restrict processing

Right to data portability

Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section. Please note that some rights may be limited by attorney professional responsibility rules, legal requirements, or the need to maintain complete client files.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website.

Family Law Cases Involving Children: In the course of representing clients in family law matters, we may necessarily collect and maintain information about minor children, including in custody, support, and visitation matters. Such information is collected and maintained as part of our legal representation and is subject to strict confidentiality protections. We handle information about children with utmost care and sensitivity.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources, such as:

Court websites

Legal aid organizations

Mental health resources

Financial planning services

Mediation services

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit before providing information to them.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in:

Our privacy practices

Legal requirements

Technology and security measures

Our services and operations

We will post the updated Privacy Policy on our website and update the "Last Updated" date. For material changes, we may provide additional notice through email or our client portal. Your continued use of our website and services after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Conflicts of Interest

We maintain procedures to identify and prevent conflicts of interest. The information you provide may be used to check for potential conflicts before we agree to represent you or undertake new matters. We maintain confidentiality of all information received during conflict checks, even if we do not ultimately represent you.

Former Clients

Our ethical duty of confidentiality extends to former clients. Information from your representation remains confidential even after your case concludes and our representation ends.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email:

Address:

For urgent matters related to your case, please contact our office directly by phone.

GDPR Compliance (for EU Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Union or European Economic Area, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal information for specific purposes

Contract: Processing is necessary for our performance of legal services under our engagement agreement

Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with our legal and professional obligations

Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests in providing legal services, managing our practice, and fulfilling professional responsibilities, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights

Your GDPR Rights

As an EU resident, you have the right to:

Access: Request access to your personal information

Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention obligations)

Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

Portability: Request transfer of your information to another provider in a structured format

Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

Note: These rights may be limited by our professional obligations to maintain client files and comply with legal retention requirements.

International Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. When we transfer information outside the EU/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission

Adequacy decisions by the European Commission

Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

Data Protection Officer

For questions about GDPR compliance or to exercise your rights, please contact:

Data Protection Officer

CCPA Compliance (for California Residents)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide you with specific rights regarding your personal information.

Categories of Personal Information Collected

We collect the following categories of personal information:

Identifiers (name, address, email, phone number, Social Security number)

Financial information

Protected classification characteristics (age, marital status, family status)

Professional or employment information

Education information

Health information (when relevant to your case)

Geolocation data (general)

Audio, electronic, or visual information (e.g., recordings of consultations with consent)

Inferences drawn from the above to create a profile

Your CCPA Rights

You have the right to:

Right to Know: Request information about:

Categories of personal information we collected about you

Categories of sources from which we collected the information

Business or commercial purposes for collecting the information

Categories of third parties with whom we shared the information

Specific pieces of personal information we collected about you

Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information we collected from you, subject to certain exceptions including:

Completing legal services for which the information was collected

Legal obligations and professional responsibility requirements

Document retention requirements

Internal uses reasonably aligned with your expectations

Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information

Right to Opt-Out: We do not "sell" or "share" your personal information as defined by the CCPA

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You may request that we limit our use of sensitive personal information, subject to exceptions for legal services

Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your CCPA rights:

Provide sufficient information to verify your identity

Specify which right(s) you wish to exercise

We will respond to verifiable requests within 45 days (may be extended by an additional 45 days when necessary).

Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf. We may require proof of authorization and verification of your identity.

Appeal Rights

If we deny your request, you have the right to appeal our decision by contacting us at .

Notice to Nevada Residents

Nevada law (NRS 603A) gives Nevada consumers the right to request that a company not sell their personal information. We do not sell your personal information as defined by Nevada law.

If you are a Nevada resident and wish to exercise your right to opt-out of any potential future sales of your personal information, you may submit a request using the contact information in the "Contact Us" section.

Other State Privacy Rights

Residents of other states may have additional privacy rights under their state laws. We comply with all applicable state privacy laws. If you have questions about your state-specific privacy rights, please contact us at .

Thank you for trusting with your legal matter. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with exceptional legal representation.