Michael Jones Law Office is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with applicable laws and ethical obligations, including the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct, ABA Model Rules 7.1-7.2, CAN-SPAM Act, Georgia Personal Identity Protection Act (GPIPA), and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for international best practices.
We collect personal information when you:
Subscribe to our newsletter.
Request our free e-book.
Fill out our contact or scheduling form (via WPForms or Calendly).
Interact with our chatbot (Tidio).
Visit our website (via Google Analytics).
View our office location (via Google Maps widget).
Interact with social media features (e.g., Facebook Like, Twitter Tweet buttons).
Types of Information:
Personal Data: Name, e-mail address, phone number (if provided), reason for consultation (e.g., divorce, custody).
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent (collected automatically via cookies).
Chatbot Data: E-mail and messages shared via Tidio Flows.
Widget Data: Cookies and usage data (e.g., IP address, interactions) from Google Maps and social media widgets.Unless stated otherwise, all data is optional, but failure to provide requested data may limit our ability to respond, schedule consultations, or display content.
We use your information to:
Send legal updates and educational content via newsletter (Mailchimp).
Provide requested resources (e.g., e-book via Google Drive link).
Schedule consultations (Calendly).
Respond to inquiries (via e-mail, phone, or Tidio).
Analyze site performance and improve services (Google Analytics).
Display our office location (Google Maps widget).
Enable social media interactions (e.g., sharing content via Facebook, Twitter).
Consent: By submitting your e-mail for newsletters, e-books, or scheduling, or by interacting with widgets, you consent to receive marketing e-mails and data processing by third-party services. You may unsubscribe or opt out at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in our e-mails or cookie settings.
We use the following third-party services, which may process your data:
Mailchimp: Manages newsletter and e-mail campaigns. Mailchimp Privacy Policy.
Calendly: Handles scheduling. Calendly Privacy Policy.
Tidio: Powers chatbot (Flows). Tidio Privacy Policy.
Google Analytics: Tracks site usage (cookies). Google Privacy Policy.
WPForms: Collects form data. WPForms Privacy Policy.
Hostinger: Hosts our website. Hostinger Privacy Policy.
Google Maps: Displays office location (cookies, usage data). Google Privacy Policy; Google Maps Terms.
Social Media Widgets (e.g., Facebook Like, Twitter Tweet): Enables sharing and interaction (cookies, usage data). Facebook Privacy Policy; Twitter Privacy Policy.
Your data is not sold or shared with unauthorized third parties. Third-party processors are GDPR-compliant and adhere to strict security standards.
We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic (Google Analytics), display maps (Google Maps), and enable social media features (Facebook, Twitter). Cookies are small data files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies:
Essential Cookies: Enable site functionality (e.g., form submissions, map display).
Analytics Cookies: Track usage data (e.g., pages visited, IP address).
Functional Cookies: Support social media widgets (e.g., sharing content).
Cookie Consent: Upon visiting our site, you’ll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies (analytics, functional). To disable cookies, adjust your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality (e.g., map display, social sharing).
Opt-Out:
Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-Out.
Google Maps and Social Media Widgets: Adjust browser cookie settings or visit Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance.
We process data based on:
Consent: Your explicit agreement (e.g., newsletter signup, chatbot e-mail, widget interactions).
Contract: To fulfill scheduling or inquiry requests.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our site and services (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Maps).
Legal Obligations: To comply with Georgia and federal laws (e.g., GPIPA, CAN-SPAM).
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Hostinger, Mailchimp, Calendly, Tidio, WPForms, Google, and social media platforms use encryption and secure protocols. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and you share data at your own risk.
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
Newsletter/E-book: Until you unsubscribe.
Scheduling/Inquiries: 1 year after last interaction, unless legally required.
Analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default).
Widget Data: As per third-party policies (e.g., Google, Facebook).
Data is securely deleted after retention periods expire.
Michael Jones Law Office
1250 Peachtree Blvd, Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 555-0198
contact@michaeljones.com
You have the right to:
Access: Request a copy of your data.
Rectify: Correct inaccurate data.
Delete: Request data deletion (subject to legal obligations).
Restrict: Limit data processing.
Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
Object: Opt out of marketing, analytics, or widget processing.
Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [contact@firmname.com]. We’ll respond within 30 days, free of charge.
Your data may be processed in the USA or other countries by third-party services (e.g., Mailchimp, Calendly, Google, Facebook). We ensure GDPR-compliant safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) for international transfers.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our site after changes indicates your acceptance.
For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Michael Jones Law Office
1250 Peachtree Blvd, Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 555-0198
contact@michaeljones.com
