Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 18, 2025
At J. Barnes-Gutierrez Law & Advisory, PLLC (“the Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals who visit our website (“Site”), engage with our services, or otherwise interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information, and outlines your rights under applicable privacy laws.
We operate in compliance with federal laws, Texas state privacy laws (including the Texas Business and Commerce Code), and applicable privacy and cybersecurity best practices. By using our Site or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
1. Information We Collect
1.1. Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
• Contact us via our website forms, phone, or email;
• Engage our legal or advisory services;
• Submit payment details for legal retainers or other transactions.
The types of personal information we collect may include:
• Identifiers: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and similar contact information.
• Professional Information: Details about your legal inquiry or matter.
• Financial Information: Billing and payment information (e.g., credit card details).
1.2. Information Collected Automatically
When you use our Site, we may automatically collect certain information using cookies, tracking technologies, and analytics tools, such as:
• Log Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, and access times.
• Website Activity Data: Pages visited, time spent on our Site, links clicked, and other usage metrics.
• Cookies and Tracking Tools: We use cookies and other tracking mechanisms to enhance the user experience and analyze website traffic.
1.3. Information from Third Parties
We may also obtain information from:
• Public Sources: Government databases, public directories, or professional references;
• Authorized Third Parties: Other law firms, referral parties, or service providers acting with your consent.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
• Provision of Legal Services: To communicate with you and to provide the legal or advisory services you request.
• Operational Management: To process payments, manage our Site, prevent fraud, and improve operations.
• Compliance with Legal Requirements: To comply with professional and regulatory obligations, including maintaining attorney-client confidentiality under Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct.
• User Experience Improvement: To customize and enhance your experience on our Site.
We will not use your personal information for purposes unrelated to your legal matters or share it for advertising purposes without your consent.
3. Sharing Your Information
3.1. Service Providers and Vendors
We may disclose your personal information to trusted third-party vendors that assist in operating our business, such as:
• Website hosting and analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics);
• Payment processors;
• IT service and data security partners.
These vendors are contractually obligated to handle your information securely and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
3.2. Legal Obligations
We may disclose personal information:
• To comply with subpoenas, court orders, or other legal obligations;
• To prevent fraud, investigate potential security incidents, or protect public safety.
3.3. Protection of Client Confidentiality
As a law firm, safeguarding attorney-client privilege and confidentiality is paramount. We will not disclose any details related to your legal matters without your explicit consent, unless required by law.
4. Your Privacy Rights
If applicable under state or federal law, you may have the following rights:
• Access: The right to request details of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: The right to update or correct inaccuracies in your personal data.
• Deletion: The right to request the deletion of your personal information, where permissible by law or ethical retention requirements.
• Cookies/Tracking Opt-Out: The ability to reject or customize cookie preferences via your browser.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us as indicated in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to privacy-related requests within 30 days or another legally required timeframe.
5. Data Security
We prioritize protecting your personal information with industry-standard measures, including:
• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission via Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology;
• Firewalls and data access controls to restrict unauthorized user access;
• Regular security assessments and updates to our IT systems.
Despite our efforts, no security measures are entirely infallible, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your data against all threats.
6. Retention of Personal Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy;
• Meet legal, tax, and professional ethics retention standards (e.g., seven years for client records under professional guidance).
Once retention obligations have expired, we delete or anonymize data in a secure manner.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies to:
• Monitor website traffic and performance;
• Improve functionality and user experience;
• Provide analytics on user behavior (via services such as Google Analytics).
8. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. We take appropriate measures to ensure that international data transfers comply with applicable laws, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses where required.
9. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by Texas law and other applicable regulations. Notifications will include details of the breach, the information affected, and steps you can take to protect yourself.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in applicable laws, technology, or our operations. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Where legally required, we will notify you directly through email or other appropriate means.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, privacy-related requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
J. Barnes-Gutierrez Law & Advisory, PLLC
2591 Dallas Parkway, Suite 300
Frisco, Texas 75034
Phone: (972) 987-0904 ext. 100188
Email: admin@jbglawadvisory.com
Last Updated: July 2025
This Privacy Policy reflects our commitment to transparency, regulatory compliance, and protecting your trust as our valued clients and Site visitors. By continuing to use our services or Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Policy.