Privacy Policy

Introductory Remarks About Our Privacy Statement

For attorneys at Campos Attorneys, privacy is an integral component of our ability to provide extraordinary service. With over ten years of experience as a full-service law firm, we recognize that clients, potential clients, and website visitors require confidentiality, trust, and the appropriate handling of information that some may consider sensitive. This Privacy Policy details the process by which we collect, use, store, and disclose your information when you interact with us as a client, potential client, or website visitor. We strive to be transparent with our privacy practices and reassure you that we are committed to protecting your information while you do business with Campos Attorneys.

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About Campos Attorneys

Campos Attorneys, established by Harvard Law School graduate Maria Campos, is committed to providing high quality legal representation to our clients, both individual and corporate. Our offices are located at 400 Madison Ave Fl 42, New York, NY 10017. Campos Attorneys offers legal representation in family law, personal injury, criminal defense, corporate law, and estate planning. In all of our services and interactions with clients, we are committed to protecting client confidence and all personal and sensitive information. This Privacy Policy applies to all services provided by Campos Attorneys, including consultations, ongoing representation, and the continued use of our website (https://camposattorneys.com/).

Application of this Privacy Statement

This policy applies to the collection and processing of information of clients, potential clients, website visitors, and others interacting with us (collectively “you”) by, and/or through the firm of Campos Attorneys (“us”, “we”, or “our”). It covers information received or collected directly from this website, email, telephone calls, in-person visits, or otherwise in connection with providing professional legal services. Among other things, you should anticipate that we will continue to take all reasonable steps to comply with any privacy obligations established by law and/or our professional rules of ethics: we will take great care to maintain confidentiality and avoid misuse or misappropriation of information received from you, irrespective of the means by which your information is collected or transmitted.

Information that we collect

Examples of the personal information Campos Attorneys may collect include:

• Contact details such as your name, address, phone number, and email address
• Demographic information such as your date of birth, sex/gender, and marital status
• Identification details such as a driver’s license, passport, or otherwise required identification such as a social security number (limited to what is necessary to help you with your matter)
• Legal matter details, including supporting documents, court records, data, and notes from correspondence and consultations
• Payment details, including billing details such as accounts, bank details, or other financial data connected with a matter we may be acting on
• Information about website usage including Internet Protocol address (IP address), browser type, operating system, device type, data on which website pages you viewed, and cookies – Refer to our Cookie Policy for further information
• Data based on how you interacted with our site including details/reminders of communications such as email addresses/phone numbers
• Subscription preferences for newsletters/emails – communication preferences

We only collect your personal information to the extent it is connected, or reasonably connected, with the legal services we provide or assisting you if you are an existing client, or to otherwise provide media such as for website-related functionality and any relevant educational information and our respective business needs.

How we collect your information

Campos Attorneys collects information in the following ways:

• From you: When you call, email, complete a form on our website, or directly communicate with us.
• From legal documents: When you send us evidence, pleadings, documents, or other legal materials pertinent to your case.
• Automatically: Once you visit our website, and through cookies and other online analytics software installed on our website, we collect certain technical information to improve your experience with our website (see our Cookie Policy).
• From third parties: With permission or as legally allowed, we may receive information about you from other parties involved in your case such as courts, government entities, healthcare providers, or lawyers working on an opposing matter.

We make every effort possible to collect the minimum information required at most times while reasonable to do our work. We only ask for necessary contact and representation information.

Purpose for which the personal information is collected

We collect and use your personal information for some or all of the following reasons:

• To provide you with legal advice and representation tailored to your situation
• To communicate with you directly about your case or concerns
• To process incoming payments and handle billing matters
• To satisfy legal and regulatory obligations that apply to our business
• To help identify you and protect us from fraud or other unlawful purposes
• To enhance our website, portfolio of resources, and client services in general
• If you have subscribed, to provide you with newsletters or legal-related updates
• To respond to requests, inquiries, or other feedback or complaints

Your personal information is never used by Campos Attorneys for purposes unrelated to your hiring this law firm, nor is it shared or sold with third parties not directly involved in that process.

Client Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Privilege

Confidentiality is a fundamental part of the attorney-client relationship. Information you provide to Campos Attorneys in the course of seeking legal advice is confidential and subject to protections under attorney-client privilege and professional ethical requirements. Care is taken to protect communications, legal strategies, facts, and evidence of your case and disclose such information only with consent or as necessary for the representation or as required by law. Our attorneys and staff receive regular training on confidentiality procedures.

How we use your information

• Analyze, prepare, and manage a legal matter on your behalf
• Communicate with you and others regarding your case, correspondence, or filings
• Communicate with the courts, other parties, third parties, or other representatives on your behalf to support, pursue, defend, or manage your case
• Keep you informed regarding status or developments in a matter
• Manage internal records or support the internal practice systems
• Improve your experience on our site(s) or with our service offerings
• Comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations applicable to us

We use minimal, appropriately relevant data for these purposes and limit access and use to strict performance requirements necessary for such use.

Distribution and publication of your information

Campos Lawyers provides personal information only as permitted by law and as necessary to perform our services. Situations where we may share your information include:

• Your authorization: We will disclose information to other persons (e.g., expert witnesses, opposing counsel, or other lawyers) only when you have authorized us to do so.
• Legal process: We may be required to disclose information in response to a court order, a subpoena, or otherwise as required by law to protect legal rights.
• Service providers: We may use third-party service providers (e.g., secure cloud storage, payment processor) to assist in the performance of services. Third-party providers are required by contract to keep your personal information secure and confidential.
• Business transactions: In the unlikely event that the firm is merged or reorganized, we may disclose information as part of the business transaction. Disclosure would be made only after notice is given to clients affected by the transaction.

We never sell or lease your personal information to outside parties.

Data security

Privacy and data security are top priorities at Campos Attorneys. To help prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of your personal information, we implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the personal information we maintain:

• Locked office environments
• Encrypted storage systems and file transfer protocols
• Regular security audits and system updates
• Confidentiality agreements with employees and service providers
• Education on data protection and privacy compliance best practices
• Secure shredding

Though no system is foolproof, we regularly review and update our safeguards in response to changes in threats, vulnerabilities, and the regulatory landscape.

Retention of your personal information

Campos Attorneys retains personal data only for as long as is necessary to provide the services for which the data was collected, to otherwise comply with applicable legal or regulatory requirements, and to otherwise protect our legitimate interests. The particular retention requirements or periods depend upon the nature of the information and the purpose for which it has been collected. Following the closing of your matter or business relationship, we will securely store, archive, or dispose of all personal information in a manner consistent with professional legal ethics, as well as applicable legal and regulatory retention requirements. You may contact us directly for further information regarding our retention policies.

Your rights and choices

We value your rights regarding personal information. Under applicable law, you may have the following rights:

• Access to the personal data we hold about you
• Rectification and/or completion of your personal data
• Erasure/restriction of your personal data (including the right to require us not to send or to stop sending you marketing messages)
• Objection to use of your personal data
• Withdrawal of your consent to our use of your personal data for marketing purposes
• Copy of the personal information we hold about you in a structured format that can easily be commonly used

To exercise your rights, or if you have questions regarding your information, please contact us at [email protected] or at (347) 600-1001. We will timely and transparently respond and assist with your demands, consistent with applicable legal and professional regulations.

Cookies and website analytics

Campos Attorneys uses cookies and technology such as device fingerprinting to enhance your experience on our website and keep track of site traffic. Cookies are small files placed in your browser that help understand your use of our site, store preferences, and help deliver the right content. We use Google Analytics and other third-party vendors to collect non-identifiable aggregate information about your use of our website. You can manage your cookie settings in your browser. Please refer to our detailed Cookie Policy published on this website.

Third party sites and services

Our website may provide links to other third-party websites, resources, and legal articles that are not owned or controlled by Campos Attorneys (together the “Third Party Sites”) for your convenience and information. Our Privacy Policy does not extend to Third Party Sites and Campos Attorneys is not responsible for and has no control over these sites, their content, or their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any Third Party Sites you visit since this Privacy Policy may not apply to those sites. The Privacy Policy only applies to information collected by Campos Attorneys.

Information for children

Campos Attorneys does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information and we have not received parental consent, we will take reasonable steps to remove such information from our files, and/or otherwise comply with applicable law respecting child privacy.

International transfers of personal data

Although Campos Attorneys provides its services primarily to clients within the United States (US), individuals in other jurisdictions may have access to our services and resources in other jurisdictions. Where your personal information is transferred outside of the US, we adopt appropriate safeguards to protect your information as required by applicable data protection laws. This may include using contractual clauses, secure methods of transferring data, and ensuring appropriate confidentiality agreements. If questions arise with respect to international data transfers, contact the team at [email protected].

Legal basis for processing personal data

Campos Attorneys processes your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Your consent, which is provided when you voluntarily submit information or subscribe to our newsletter
• The performance of a contract or actions taken at your request prior to entering into a contract
• Compliance with applicable legal or regulatory obligations
• Legitimate interests pursued by Campos Attorneys or a third party, which include the rendering of legal services, the enhancement of our practice, and the protection of the rights and interests of Campos Attorneys and our clients

We will only process data on these bases when it is necessary and proportionate for the purposes defined in this privacy policy.

Our professional duties and regulatory compliance

As a law firm, Campos Attorneys is governed by the Professional Rules of Conduct and supervised by the responsible bar associations and agencies. We comply with all applicable laws, including privacy and data protection regulations, and attorney-client confidentiality, including but not limited to the NYCRPC. Our privacy practices are regularly reviewed and updated according to industry standards and changes in the legal and regulatory environment.

Contacting your Campos attorneys about your privacy

Your privacy is very important to us. If you have any questions, comments, complaints, or confidentiality concerns with respect to this Privacy Policy or our usage or collection of your personally identifiable information, please contact us at:

Campos Attorneys
400 Madison Ave Fl 42
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (347) 600-1001
E-mail: [email protected]

We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry or complaint in an expeditious manner, and in a way that is satisfactory and in keeping with our legal and ethical obligations.

Changes to this privacy statement

Campos Attorneys may amend or update this Privacy Policy as our practices, technology, or legal requirements change. We will update this Privacy Policy in accordance with our standard web practice and will note the revised effective date at the top of this page. Any meaningful changes will be provided to our clients and other subscribers through email and/or other means. We encourage you to periodically review the Privacy Policy so that you will be aware of the information we collect and how we use it.

Your responsibility for protecting your privacy

Though Campos Attorneys uses strict measures to protect your data, we highly advise clients and website visitors to do your part in protecting your own privacy. Do not share personal details via less secure channels. Protect your account credentials, and make sure to notify us if you suspect there may be any unauthorized access or data breach specific to you. Together, we can protect the integrity and privacy of your legal case.

Confidentiality in the attorney-client relationship

Trust is essential to the relationship between our lawyers and you, our client. Our firm is committed to creating an environment where you can provide the information we need to fight your legal battle. We discuss our privacy policy at the beginning of each attorney-client relationship, and you may request information at any time regarding how your private materials are stored and used. We place the highest value on privacy no matter what your legal issue may be or how simple or complex your matter.

Notifications of breach

Irrespective of the safeguards that we have in place, in the unlikely situation where a breach potentially impacts your personal information, Campos Attorneys will take prompt action. We will investigate the breach, attempt to reduce possible harm, and notify impacted individuals and the authorities where required by law. Our incident response will include timely provisions of information, transparency, and assistance to impacted individuals consistent with our ethical duties to our clients, as well as the requirements of the law.

Client privacy for businesses and corporate matters

Campos Attorneys’ business practice also includes business clients who provide us with highly sensitive corporate and financial information. We apply the same high-level privacy standards to all business-related information such as trade secrets, contracts, compliance, and other internal communications. Our attorneys have significant experience with commercial confidentiality and collaborate closely with corporate clients to make sure that proprietary and confidential information is safeguarded at all stages in the course of representation and advisory services.

Third party service providers

In the course of providing efficient legal services, Campos Attorneys may utilize vetted third party providers such as secure cloud storage services, legal research services, payment processing services, and information technology consultants. All third party providers are contracted to maintain strict security and confidentiality in accordance with applicable privacy laws and only to use your information in connection with the services supporting our operations. We periodically review our relationships with vendors for ongoing compliance and controls.

Legal marketing and privacy

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter or request legal updates from Campos Attorneys, your subscription information, including contact information, will only be used for this purpose. You will not receive unsolicited marketing communications and you may unsubscribe at any time by following the unsubscribe instruction in our emails or contacting us directly. We respect your choices and will not share your subscription information with unaffiliated third parties.

Data access rights and the right to data portability

If you wish to view the personal information we maintain about you or request a copy of your data in portable format, please email us at [email protected]. We will make it available to the extent required under applicable law, and subject to other limitations such as attorney-client privilege or court orders. If we are unable to satisfy your request, we will describe the reasons why and, where possible, provide alternatives if needed.

Sensitive data and special categories of data

For certain matters, Campos Attorneys will come into the possession of special categories of data, such as health information, criminal background information, or financial information. Privacy measures are strictly applied, additional security measures are in place, and sharing this data is restricted to authorized personnel only. Any processing of special categories of data shall be based on legal necessity, client consent, or other legal grounds, and Campos Attorneys will take additional measures as necessary to protect your privacy with regard to special categories of data.

Privacy training

All attorneys, staff, and consultants at Campos Attorneys undergo regular professional training on privacy, data security, and ethical obligations. We instill a culture of vigilance and responsibility here, because privacy is at the core of our law practice. Our continuing education programs ensure that all of our professionals are on top of emerging threats and best practices in assuring the confidentiality and integrity of client data.

Automated processing and profiling

Campos Attorneys does not process your personal information for the purposes of automated decision-making or profiling which legally or similarly significantly affects you. All determinations on the handling of your legal matter are made by qualified attorneys at Campos Attorneys in a personally considered manner. Your matter receives due consideration and the exercise of professional judgment by our qualified attorneys.

Privacy for potential clients and website visitors

Even if you do not hire us, Campos Attorneys seeks to protect your information. All questions, consultations, and website inquiries are handled with the same level of care and confidentiality as that provided to all ongoing active attorney-client relationships. All information received in initial contact with someone about your situation is used only for the limited purpose of responding to your inquiry and providing information about our services.

Record keeping, file management, secure discarding

Law Office of Eli Campos engages in comprehensive record keeping to responsibly advocate on your behalf and to fulfill our professional obligations as attorneys. Physical and electronic files are stored securely, and in all circumstances access to files is limited to those with a need to know. Finally, when records are no longer necessary, best practices for securely destroying or anonymizing the same are followed so that information cannot be reconstructed or otherwise misused.

Privacy in legal education and publications

Campos Attorneys provides articles, case summaries, and other materials for education and informational purposes. Case studies, examples, or client experiences referred to in the materials are thoroughly anonymized and are used only with authorization or in such a manner that preserves confidentiality. We will never use identifiable client information in published articles, presentations, forums, or seminars without our express permission.

Complaints and dispute resolution

If you have any concerns about any of the information collected and used by Campos Attorneys, please contact us directly at [email protected] or (347) 600-1001. We will promptly investigate all complaints and take all necessary action to correct any problems. In certain circumstances, you may have a right to bring a complaint to an applicable regulatory or oversight government agency. We are committed to transparency and best practices in our privacy policy.

Governing law and jurisdiction

The Privacy Policy shall in all respects be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and, to the extent applicable, the federal laws of the United States. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Privacy Policy shall be brought only in the courts located in New York, NY, which shall be the exclusive jurisdiction for resolving such disputes. By engaging Campos Attorneys, you agree to proceed on these terms for resolving privacy issues.

Final statement and commitment

Your trust and privacy are top priorities in our business relationship with you. Campos Attorneys is committed to providing you with the highest measure of privacy, confidentiality, and professionalism in the handling of your personal information. We value the trust you place in us and we will do our utmost to exceed that trust by ensuring privacy as we proceed and safeguard your interests every step of the way. You are welcome to contact us with inquiries, for support, or to learn more about our privacy policies at [email protected], or (347) 600-1001. Thank you for making Campos Attorneys your law firm choice.