Terms of Service

Introduction

– Overview of the terms governing the use of the firm’s website and services.
– Statement explaining that by using the website or services, the user agrees to the terms.

Legal Disclaimer

– Clarification that information on the site does not constitute legal advice.

– Explanation that visiting the site or contacting the firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

– Limitation of liability for reliance on information on the site.

Attorney-Client Relationship

– Clarification on how an attorney-client relationship is established (e.g., through a signed agreement).

– Explanation that initial consultations or communication through the website may not create an attorney-client relationship.

Use of Website

– Guidelines for proper use of the website, including lawful and appropriate conduct.

– Prohibition of unauthorized use (e.g., hacking, scraping content).

– Intellectual property rights (e.g., ownership of website content, copyright).

Privacy Policy

– Reference to the firm’s privacy policy, outlining how user data is collected, stored, and used.

– Explanation of how confidential or personal information is handled.

Third-Party Links

– Disclaimer regarding links to third-party websites, stating that the firm is not responsible for their content or practices.

Fees and Payment Terms

– Information on how fees are handled (if applicable) and how clients will be billed.

– Explanation of any additional costs, retainers, or billing practices.

Limitation of Liability

– Disclaimer limiting the firm’s liability for damages resulting from the use of the website or reliance on its content.

Jurisdiction and Governing Law

– Statement on which jurisdiction’s laws will apply in case of legal disputes related to the use of the website or services.

Termination of Use

– Right of the law firm to terminate or restrict access to the website at its discretion, for violations of the terms.

Changes to Terms

– Statement that the law firm reserves the right to modify the Terms of Service at any time, with a notice to users.

Contact Information

– Contact details for the law firm, including how users can inquire about the terms or their rights.