Legal
Privacy Policy
Overview
The Law Office of Edwin Maria P.C. ("we," "our," or "the firm") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information you provide when you visit lawofficeofedwinmaria.com (the "Site") or contact us.
By using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you submit a contact form, request a consultation, or communicate with us, we may collect:
- Your name
- Your email address and phone number
- Your mailing address (if provided)
- A description of your legal matter
- Any other information you choose to share
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we or our third-party service providers may automatically collect:
- Your IP address and general location
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
- Referring website (how you arrived at the Site)
This data is collected through cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools including Google Analytics.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiry and schedule consultations
- Evaluate and manage potential or existing legal matters
- Communicate with you about your case or the firm
- Improve the Site's content and user experience
- Comply with legal and professional obligations
Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Privilege
Submitting information through this Site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not submit confidential or sensitive information until an attorney-client relationship has been established through a signed engagement agreement.
If an attorney-client relationship is established, all communications will be governed by applicable rules of professional conduct, including attorney-client privilege and our duty of confidentiality.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist us in operating the Site or our practice (such as our CRM provider HubSpot), under confidentiality obligations
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law, court order, or professional obligation
Cookies
The Site uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but some features of the Site may not function properly without them.
We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate traffic patterns. Google's privacy policy governs their handling of data collected through that service.
Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites (government agencies, legal aid organizations, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. No method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of your information (we do not sell personal information).
Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Law Office of Edwin Maria P.C.
Email: contact-us@lawofficeofedwinmaria.com
Phone: (212) 470-3461