Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 1, 2024
At The Kuo Law Firm, PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “the Firm”), we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our services, visit our website, or interact with us in any way. By using our services or accessing our website, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details.
- Professional and Legal Information: Information related to your legal matters, including case details, documents, and other information necessary to provide legal services.
- Financial Information: Payment details, billing address, and other related financial data, if applicable.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide legal services to you, including case management, legal advice, and document preparation.
- To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and manage your account or client relationship.
- To send you newsletters, legal updates, or other marketing materials (you can opt-out at any time).
- To comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-client (KYC) requirements.
- To improve our services, website functionality, and user experience.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist with our business operations, such as payment processors, IT support, or document management systems. These providers are obligated to protect your information in accordance with our instructions.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information when required to do so by law, regulation, or court order, or in response to a valid legal request.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the new entity.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access and request copies of your personal data.
- The right to correct, update, or delete your personal information.
- The right to object to or restrict certain processing activities.
- The right to withdraw consent where consent is the legal basis for processing your data.
- The right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
6. Retention of Your Information
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide legal services, comply with legal or regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including legal research tools, payment processors, and other external resources. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of the jurisdiction where our firm operates, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not have the same level of data protection laws as your country. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
The Kuo Law Firm, PLLC
10080 Bellaire Blvd., Suite 220, Houston, Texas 77072
Tel: (832)998-9983
Email: Mandy.Kuo@KuoLawFirm.com