Privacy Policy

Introduction

505 Legal, P.C. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained from visitors to our website, users of our online services, and individuals who contact us for legal services. 


By accessing our website or providing information to us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our website or provide us with your personal information. 

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website (505legal.com and any related domains), email communications, telephone calls, text messages, online chat features, intake forms, and any other means by which you provide information to us. This policy does not apply to information collected by third parties, including through any application or content that may link to or be accessible from our website. 

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including: 

  • Contact Information: Name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and preferred method of contact
  • Case Information: Details about your legal matter, including descriptions of incidents, injuries, dates, locations, parties involved, and supporting documentation you choose to share
  • Demographic Information: Date of birth, employment information, and other background details relevant to your legal matter
  • Financial Information: Insurance details, income information, or other financial data relevant to your case or fee arrangements
  • Communications: Records of your communications with us, including emails, chat logs, voicemails, and notes from phone conversations 

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including: 

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, and unique device identifiers 
  • Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring website, and navigation patterns 
  • Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address 
  • Communication Metadata: Date, time, and duration of communications

Information from Third Parties

  • We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including: 
  • Referral sources, such as other attorneys, former clients, or professional contacts who refer you to us 
  • Public records and databases relevant to your legal matter
  • Marketing partners and advertising platforms
  • Social media platforms, if you interact with us through those channels

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect information about how you use our site. These technologies help us understand website traffic, optimize our marketing efforts, and improve our services. 

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, such as maintaining your session and remembering your preferences 
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website, including which pages are most popular and how users navigate the site
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors across websites and display relevant advertisements based on your interests 
  • Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing content on social media platforms and may track your activity across sites 

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website. For more information about managing cookies, visit your browser's help section or www.allaboutcookies.org. 

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes: ï»¿

Providing Legal Services

  • Evaluating potential legal matters and determining whether we can assist you 
  • Communicating with you about your inquiry or case 
  • Conducting conflict checks to ensure we can ethically represent you
  • Providing legal representation if you become a client 

Business Operations

  • Responding to your inquiries and requests
  • Scheduling appointments and managing our calendar 
  • Processing payments and managing billing
  • Maintaining records as required by professional responsibility rules

Marketing and Communications

  • Sending you information about our services that may be of interest
  • Providing newsletters, legal updates, or educational content 
  • Conducting surveys or requesting feedback
  • Displaying targeted advertisements on third-party platforms

Website Improvement and Analytics

  • Analyzing website traffic and user behavior to improve our online presence
  • Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns 
  • Diagnosing technical problems and ensuring website security
  • Personalizing your experience on our website

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties under any circumstances. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances: 

With Your Consent

We may share your information when you have given us explicit permission to do so, or when sharing is necessary to provide services you have requested.

Service Providers

We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, email delivery, payment processing, marketing assistance, data analytics, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. 

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required to do so by law or in response to valid legal process, including:

  • Subpoenas, court orders, or other legal process
  • Requests from government or regulatory authorities
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients or others

Professionals Collaboration

If you become a client, we may share information with co-counsel, expert witnesses, investigators, or other professionals as necessary to provide legal services to you. Such sharing is subject to applicable attorney-client privilege and confidentiality rules. 

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information. 

Third-Party Services and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our website.

We may use the following categories of third-party services: 

  • Analytics Services: Such as Google Analytics, to analyze website traffic and usage patterns 
  • Advertising Platforms: Such as Google Ads and Meta (Facebook/Instagram), to display targeted advertisements 
  • Communication Tools: Such as live chat services, email marketing platforms, and scheduling tools
  • Payment Processors: To securely process credit card and electronic payments 
  • Social Media Platforms: To enable content sharing and social media integration

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption of data in transit, secure storage systems, access controls, and regular security assessments. 


However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. If you have reason to believe that your interaction with us is no longer secure, please contact us immediately. 

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period may vary depending on the context of our relationship with you: 

  • Prospective Clients: Information from individuals who inquire about our services but do not become clients is retained for a reasonable period to respond to your inquiry and for potential future reference, typically up to three years
  • Clients: Client files and related information are retained in accordance with New Mexico Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable statutes of limitation, typically for a minimum of five years after the conclusion of representation
  • Marketing Data: Information collected for marketing purposes is retained until you opt out or request deletion

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We are committed to honoring these rights to the extent applicable under law.

Access and Portability

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and, where applicable, receive a copy in a portable format.

Correction

You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information. ï»¿

Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as legal retention requirements, ongoing legal matters, or information necessary for conflicts checks). 

Marketing Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails, replying "STOP" to text messages, or contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you transactional or administrative messages related to your legal matter. 

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals, but you can manage cookies and tracking through your browser settings. 

State-Specific Privacy Rights 

California Residents ï»¿

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights. As stated above, we do not sell your personal information. 

Other States ï»¿

Residents of other states with comprehensive privacy laws (such as Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah) may have similar rights. We will honor valid requests in accordance with applicable law. To exercise any privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided below. 

Children's Privacy 

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can take appropriate action. 

Changes to This Privacy Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us 

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: 

505 Legal, P.C. 

1690 North Butler Avenue 

Farmington, NM 87401 


Phone: (505) 325-9898 

Email: advice@505legal.com 

Website: www.505legal.com 


We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.