Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 14, 2025
Law Office of Paul G. Barden, PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website, www.paulbardenlaw.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information, and your rights with respect to that information. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through this Site and not to information collected offline or through any other means.
Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you use our Site—such as when submitting a contact form, requesting a consultation, using our chat feature, or otherwise communicating with us—you may provide personal information including:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Details about your legal matter or injury
- Any other information you choose to share with us
Please do not submit sensitive information unless specifically requested, and be aware that submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information using cookies or analytics tools, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages you visit on our Site
- Date and time of your visit
- Referring website or search engine
This information helps us understand user behavior and improve our website.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect your experience on our Site.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries or requests
- Evaluate potential legal claims and communicate with you
- Schedule consultations or follow up on your case
- Improve the functionality and performance of our Site
- Comply with legal and ethical obligations
- Send legal updates or newsletters (if you have opted in)
Your personal information will never be sold.
Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Privilege
Information you submit via the Site may not be protected by attorney-client privilege unless and until an attorney-client relationship is formally established. We treat all inquiries with discretion, but submission of a form or message does not create a legal relationship or guarantee confidentiality under New York law.
If you are concerned about confidentiality, please contact us by phone.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may disclose your information in limited circumstances, such as:
- To trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or law firm (e.g., hosting, email, scheduling services), under strict confidentiality agreements
- When required by law, subpoena, or court order
- To protect our rights or safety, or that of others
- With your explicit consent
All service providers are expected to comply with applicable privacy laws, including any New York or federal regulations.
Your Privacy Rights (New York Residents)
While New York does not have a general consumer privacy law like California’s CCPA, we still respect your rights and are committed to reasonable privacy practices. You may:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information (where applicable)
- Withdraw consent for communication at any time
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no electronic transmission or storage method is completely secure.
Please avoid submitting highly sensitive or confidential information through unencrypted contact forms, chats or emails.
Links to Third-Party Sites
Our Site may contain links to external websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before submitting personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will post the updated version on this page with a new “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Law Office of Paul G. Barden, PLLC
510 Clinton Square
Rochester, NY 14604
Phone: 585-939-7796
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.paulbardenlaw.com
We partner with Internet Brands, who might also collect data as part of our marketing efforts. To learn more about the Internet Brands privacy policy and the data that might be collected, please visit: Internet Brands Privacy Statement.