Privacy Policy
The Himmel Law Firm (the "Firm," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through himmellawfirm.com (the "Website"), how we use it, and the choices you have.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Contact information such as your name, email address, telephone number, and mailing address when you submit a contact form, request a consultation, sign up for text messages, or otherwise communicate with the Firm;
- Matter information you share when inquiring about legal services;
- Any other information you choose to provide.
We also collect limited technical information automatically when you visit the Website, such as IP address, browser type, device type, pages viewed, and referring URL. This information is collected through cookies and standard web analytics tools and is used to operate and improve the Website.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To respond to your inquiries and provide legal services;
- To communicate with you about your matter or about the Firm's services;
- To send text messages you have expressly consented to receive;
- To comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations applicable to attorneys;
- To maintain, protect, and improve the Website.
3. Text Messaging Program
If you provide your mobile number and consent to receive text messages from the Firm, the following terms apply.
Program Description
The Firm uses text messaging to communicate with current and prospective clients regarding case updates, appointment reminders, document requests, and related firm communications.
Message Frequency
Message frequency varies based on the nature and status of your matter.
Fees
Message and data rates may apply; please consult your mobile carrier for details.
Consent and Opt In
By providing your mobile number to the Firm and agreeing to receive text messages, you consent to receive recurring automated or manual text messages at that number.
Opt Out
You may cancel the text messaging service at any time by replying STOP to any message. After replying STOP, you will receive a confirmation message and will not receive further text messages unless you opt in again.
Help
For help, reply HELP to any text message; you may also contact the Firm directly at (908) 671-1434 or shlomo@himmellawfirm.com.
Carriers
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information about text messaging consent and opt in data is not shared with any third parties under any circumstances.
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With vendors and service providers who assist the Firm in operating the Website, managing client matters, or delivering communications, and only under written agreements requiring them to protect your information;
- When required by applicable law, subpoena, court order, or regulatory authority;
- To the extent necessary to enforce our legal rights or protect against misuse of the Website;
- With your consent or at your direction.
5. Cookies and Analytics
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to analyze traffic and understand how visitors use the site. You can disable cookies through your browser settings; doing so may limit some Website functionality.
6. Data Security
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the information we collect. No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Choices and Rights
You may contact the Firm at any time to:
- Ask what information we have collected about you;
- Request correction of inaccurate information;
- Request deletion of information we are not required to retain;
- Withdraw consent to receive communications.
Residents of certain states that have enacted consumer privacy laws, including California, Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Utah, may have additional rights under those laws.
8. Children's Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Confidentiality and Attorney Client Relationship
Submitting information through the Website does not create an attorney client relationship and does not establish confidentiality. Please do not send confidential or sensitive information through the Website or by unencrypted email until an engagement letter has been signed.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The effective date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
11. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy may be directed to the Firm using the contact information below.
The Himmel Law Firm
277 North Broad Street
Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208
Telephone: (908) 671-1434
Email: shlomo@himmellawfirm.com
Website: himmellawfirm.com