Scope
This Privacy Policy describes how Vilaret Law, PLLC (“we,” “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information obtained through this website (the “Site”) and through our communications with you. This Policy does not apply to information collected in the course of providing legal services to clients, which may be governed by professional obligations and engagement terms.
Information We Collect
- Information you provide: Contact details (name, email, phone), matter descriptions, documents you upload, preferences, and communications.
- Automatically collected information: IP address, device and browser type, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps, and general location approximated from IP. We may use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies.
- Information from third parties: If you interact with our forms, scheduling tools, or analytics providers, they may supply us with additional usage metrics or contact details consistent with their disclosures.
How We Use Information
- Respond to your inquiries and communicate with you.
- Perform conflicts checks and, if engaged, provide legal services.
- Operate, secure, and improve the Site (including analytics and debugging).
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.
- Send informational updates or event invitations where permitted (you may opt out at any time).
Cookies & Analytics
We may use first‑party and third‑party cookies and analytics to understand Site usage and improve performance. You can adjust browser settings to refuse or delete cookies; some features may not function properly without them. We do not respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals at this time.
Sharing & Disclosures
- Service providers: We may share information with vendors that host, support, or analyze the Site, or help us communicate with you, under confidentiality obligations.
- Legal and safety: We may disclose information to comply with law, respond to lawful requests, protect rights and safety, or investigate suspected fraud or security issues.
- Business transfers: In the event of a reorganization or similar transaction, information may be transferred consistent with this Policy.
- We do not sell your personal information.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information we process. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes in this Policy, comply with our legal and ethical obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Your Choices
- Communications: You may opt out of non‑transactional emails by using unsubscribe links or contacting us.
- Cookies: Manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.
- Access/Deletion: Applicable privacy laws may grant you rights to access or delete certain personal information. To make a request, contact us using the information below. We will verify requests as required by law and may decline where an exception applies (e.g., privilege, legal hold).
Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
Florida & Other State Privacy Notices
We comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws. Florida’s data‑breach notification law (Fla. Stat. § 501.171) may apply in the event of a qualifying breach. If other state privacy laws grant you additional rights and they apply to our Site or practices, we will honor those rights consistent with the law’s scope and thresholds.
International Visitors
If you access the Site from outside the United States, you understand information may be processed in the U.S., where laws may differ from those in your country.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest version. Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance.
Contact Us
Questions about this Policy? Email info@vilaretlaw.com or call 727‑573‑1219.