Effective Date: November 29, 2024
Last Updated: November 29, 2024

Prior Law Firm (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting your confidential information. As a law firm, we adhere to the highest ethical standards and comply with applicable privacy laws and the Rules of Professional Conduct. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.prior.law (the “Website”). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide legal services, comply with our ethical obligations, and improve our Website.

1.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information you provide directly to us when you:

• Submit a contact form
• Schedule a consultation or book services
• Create an account in our client portal
• Subscribe to our newsletter or download a free resource
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or online chat

Examples of personal information we may collect include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information
• Legal matter details (as provided by you)

Note: Any information you provide through our Website is treated with the same level of confidentiality as information provided in-person or through other means.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain non-personal information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system
• Device type
• Pages viewed and time spent on the Website
• Referring URL

This data is collected using cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7) to enhance the functionality of our Website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes, consistent with our ethical and legal obligations:

• To provide legal services and process your requests
• To communicate with you regarding your inquiries, consultations, or legal matters
• To process payments and send invoices
• To send marketing emails or newsletters (only with your explicit consent)
• To improve the functionality and performance of our Website
• To comply with legal obligations and prevent unauthorized disclosures
• To ensure the confidentiality of your information in accordance with applicable legal ethics rules

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We disclose your information only in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering legal services, including:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe or LawPay)
• Website hosting and maintenance providers
• CRM systems (e.g., Jetpack CRM) for client data management
• Secure email and file-sharing platforms

Ethical Consideration: We ensure all service providers maintain strict confidentiality and comply with applicable data protection and professional conduct rules.

3.2 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information as required by law or court order, but only after taking reasonable steps to limit the disclosure and, where possible, notifying you.

3.3 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties if you expressly authorize us to do so.

4. Your Confidential Information

As attorneys, we have an ethical obligation to safeguard your confidential information under the Rules of Professional Conduct. This includes:

• Not disclosing information related to your legal matters without your informed consent or as required by law
• Using secure systems to protect your data

Attorney-Client Privilege: Information shared with us through the Website may be protected by attorney-client privilege if you are a current or prospective client. However, contacting us through the Website does not automatically establish an attorney-client relationship.

5. Your Rights

5.1 GDPR (European Economic Area Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and ethical obligations
• Restriction: Request restrictions on processing your personal information
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your personal data to another organization
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information for certain purposes

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@prior.law.

5.2 CCPA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

• Know: Request details about the personal information we collect about you
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to exceptions under the law
• Opt-Out: Request to opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal data)

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@prior.law.

6. Data Security

We are committed to protecting your information and ensuring compliance with our ethical obligations. We use the following measures to safeguard your data:

• Encryption of data transmitted via the Website
• Secure hosting environments and firewalls
• Role-based access controls for sensitive information

Note: While we take reasonable measures to protect your information, no system is completely secure. If you suspect a data breach, please contact us immediately.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These do not collect confidential or privileged information.

7.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function
• Performance Cookies: Collect anonymized data about how visitors use the Website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences for future visits

7.2 Managing Cookies

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, contact us immediately at admin@prior.law.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your confidential information, or your rights, please contact us:

Prior Law
P.O. Box 506
Arkville, NY 12406
Email: admin@prior.law
Phone: (540) 440-1001