Our Privacy Policy Overview
At Campos Somellera Law Firm, we value your privacy. We are fully aware that many legal matters involve very private and sensitive issues, and we have trained our staff to preserve the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, stored, and handled when you send us a message or inquiry about your legal matter, use our services, register for our updates, or simply visit our website. Our guiding principles are transparency and trust. The security of your information is very important to us, and we will treat your information with care and in accordance with the law. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
Our Identity
We are a professional law firm based in Indianapolis, Indiana, dedicated to representing both individuals and businesses since we were founded over 30 years ago. Our team of experienced attorneys practices in the areas of family law, civil law, corporate law, labor law, and real estate law. As a client-centered practice, we retain, communicate, and store your information in accordance with your needs and with utmost confidentiality. Please do not hesitate to reach us at our headquarters in Indianapolis, via phone at (317) 431-3773 or via email at [email protected].
The Information We Gather
To effectively offer legal services, Campos Somellera Law Firm (the “Firm”) acquires and processes certain information, both directly and indirectly. The Firm may from time to time obtain the following information when you utilize our services, complete our website forms, or contact us by telephone or e-mail: name, address, phone number, e-mail address, date of birth, government identification, and other contact information. The Firm may also directly or indirectly gather information pertaining to your specific matter(s), including information regarding the matter(s) in which you are involved, as well as supporting documentation and correspondence related to said matter(s). The Firm additionally automatically gathers information including your Internet browser type, device type, usage statistics for our website, tracking and measuring tools (such as cookies), and your computer’s Internet Protocol (“IP”) address. The Firm does not knowingly acquire personal information from children under the age of 18 without the consent of a parent or guardian.
How We May Use Your Information
Your information is utilized solely to properly provide and improve your legal services. This includes:
- Evaluating your legal service needs and providing specific advice.
- Sending communications regarding your questions, appointments, or updates regarding your matter or other matters of interest.
- Drafting legal documents, forms, filings, notices, and correspondence.
- Completing billing, payment, and other administrative services related to your compliance with our terms of engagement.
- Sending you newsletters or blog postings where you (or an opt-in service) have elected to receive such written communications.
- Enhancing our website or services offered through our website via usage tracking.
We do not utilize your information for anything outside of our delivery of legal services and never provide your personal information for commercial purposes without your consent.
The Legal Necessity of Processing Your Information
The Campos Somellera Law Firm will process your personal data justified under the following legal bases:
- The necessity of the processing for the performance of our relationship and provision of services.
- Compliance with legal and/or regulatory obligations.
- The pursuit of our legitimate interest (i.e. improving service quality, maintaining firm security, and monitoring its operations), unless you are overriding those interests with your fundamental rights and/or freedoms.
- Provision of your consent for certain purposes, e.g. to send you information related to legal news alerts or newsletters. Said consent is revocable at any time by contacting us.
Data Protection Procedures
We maintain reasonable and prudent security measures to protect your personal information from loss, theft, or misuse. We employ the following safeguards:
- Physical records are stored in secure locations and controlled environments.
- Electronic records are password protected and other data encryption methods are employed.
- Security testing and staff training on confidentiality and data handling is performed on a periodic basis.
While we strive to provide our clients with the highest level of security for their personal information, no method currently used to transmit data via the Internet can be guaranteed to be 100 percent secure. However, we regularly review and amend our policies and practices related to security to meet or surpass those standards prescribed by applicable laws and regulations.
Sharing Your Information
We treat all client data as confidential and proprietary. Your information may only be released:
- To attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff of Campos Somellera Law Firm who need the information to render services.
- To third-party service providers (e.g. IT, document management, payment processing) who have signed confidentiality agreements.
- In those instances when we are legally compelled by law, court order, or government regulation to release the data.
- When we have been given your express consent (e.g. you refer your case to an outside attorney).
Under no circumstances do we rent, sell, or trade client personal information to outside parties for commercial gain.
Your Rights in the Context of Our Personal Data Use
As a client or visitor to this web page, you have certain rights in relation to your personal information:
- Access. You may access a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction. You may request that we correct any inaccuracies or update your information.
- Deletion. In certain circumstances, you may request deletion of your data, however this is subject to certain legal obligations.
- Restriction. You may request that we restrict our processing of your data.
- Objection. You have the right to object to certain uses of your information.
- Portability. You may, where applicable, request a portable copy of your data.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or (317) 431-3773. We will respond to your request as soon as possible and in accordance with applicable law.
Retention Practices
Campos Somellera Law Firm keeps your personal data for the time necessary in order to fulfill the purposes for which it is collected, meet legal or regulatory obligations, and resolve any disputes that may arise. Legal files and related records are generally kept for the minimum period required under the applicable provisions of law (typically seven years from case closure) and destroyed thereafter. If you have signed up for our alerts or blog, your contact information will be kept until you opt-out or if asked by you (either through a dedicated self-help procedure or on request).
Cookies and Website Monitoring
Our site employs cookies and other web tracking technology to provide a better experience, analyze usage, and improve our content and services. Cookies are files stored by your web browser on your device. We use cookies to remember preferences, enable navigation, and gather anonymous site statistics and reporting purposes. You can control or refuse cookies in your browser settings, although some features of our website may become inaccessible if you do so. We also use Google Analytics and other analytics tools to help us understand visitor behavior and page usage so we can optimize our website content and structure. We do not collect personally identifiable information via analytics without your permission. For more details, please review our Cookie Policy.
Links to Third Parties and Other Services
Our site may include links to other sites, legal resources, or blogs that are not operated by, or on behalf of, Campos Somellera Law Firm. Campos Somellera Law Firm is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those sites. When you follow hyperlinks from this site to another site, we encourage you to check that site’s policy with respect to your information before you provide them with any of your personal or confidential information.
Children
Campos Somellera Law Firm’s services on this website are intended for adults and businesses. We do not knowingly collect, ask for, or solicit personal data from users under 18 years old. If you are a parent or guardian of a child and you are aware that his or her personal data has been collected by us, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will promptly remove such data from our files.
International Transfers of Data
Campos Somellera Law Firm, while primarily representing clients in Indianapolis and throughout the United States, has some of its online data storage or service providers based outside the country. Where any of your personal information is provided to be abroad, we will take appropriate safeguards to keep such information secure in compliance with U.S. laws and applicable data protection laws.
Communications – Marketing and Legal Information
If you subscribe to our newsletters, legal alerts, or blogs, we will process your personal data provided, to include your contact details, to send you legal news or updates by email. You may at any time unsubscribe from such emails following the instructions or links in each such email or by contacting us. We do not send you unsolicited marketing emails or disclose your details to a third party for such purposes.
Confidentiality in Our Legal Representation
ALL communication, documents, and information provided in the course of attorney-client representation is highly confidential and protected by statutory law. We will NEVER disclose a privileged communication – absent court order, demand by a government agency (e.g. IRS), or your direct written consent – except as necessary to defend your privileges or comply with the law. All of our professionals undergo continuing education and training on how to uphold these extremely high standards of confidentiality.
Data Incident Notification Process
In the unfortunate event your personal data is exposed in a data breach, law firm Campos Somellera has implemented protocols and procedures to address the situation and limit its effects. We will immediately investigate the circumstances of the breach, alert affected parties and law enforcement authorities, where appropriate under current data protection laws, and implement measures to prevent repeat incidents. Our goal is complete transparency in these matters as well as minimizing potential harm to our clients and contacts.
Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to account for changes in our practices, law, or technology. In the event of a material change, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy and post the new policy on our website. We may provide you with additional notice (such as an email) of material changes before such changes become effective. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to inform yourself of how we protect information.
Additional Contact Information
For all questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, or our collection, storage, use, and disclosure of your personal information, please contact us at:
| Campos Somellera Law Firm |
| 500 N Capitol Ave Ste 59, Indianapolis IN 46204 |
| Phone: (317) 431-3773 |
| Email: [email protected] |
| Business hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
We will respond to your inquiries as soon as possible and do our best to address your concerns with diligence.
Your Privacy Commitment
Please do your part to help protect the confidentiality of your information. Do not send us sensitive or confidential personal, medical, or legal information. Please refrain from using unsecured email. If any of your contact information changes, please let us know. Please note that if you are communicating with us through our website, or in an electronic format, it is important that your computer or device is current with regard to security and anti-virus software and protection systems. Individual privacy and security is a shared responsibility. We value that trust.
Jurisdiction and Regulatory Activity
Campos Somellera Law Firm is attuned with applicable U.S. federal and Indiana state privacy laws, including the Indiana Data Protection Act along with other laws that may apply. As such, it strives to maintain the highest legal and ethical standards in connection with its processing of data and communications with clients. In the event that you feel your rights under the applicable privacy laws have been infringed, you may contact us or file a complaint with the Indiana Attorney General’s Office.
Accessibility
Our mission is to make our Privacy Policy and all legal notices as accessible as possible to all visitors, including those with disabilities. Should you require this policy in an alternate format or need help understanding any part of it, just contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
Date of Effect
This is the Privacy Policy effective June 1, 2024, and restates all prior versions. Your accessing our website, corresponding or interviewing us, and/or engaging us, means you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
Contact Us for More Information
At the Campos Somellera Law Firm, we are committed to safeguarding your personal information at all times and providing you with clear and professional legal advice. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the information provided, your personal data, or any other legal issue, please contact us using the details above. Please contact our team today if you would like a consultation or more information. We provide expert assistance and draw upon years of valuable experience for your benefit. Use our website form or speak to us by email or telephone. Subscribe to our updates to stay abreast of significant law changes.