Introduction

The Law Offices of Michael J. Holmes, PC (“we,” “our,” or “the Firm”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit askholmes.com or contact us through this website, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using this website you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Effective Date: May 24, 2026.

No Attorney-Client Relationship

Visiting this website, reading its content, or submitting an inquiry through a contact form does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and the Firm. An attorney-client relationship is established only after the Firm has agreed in writing to represent you and you have signed an engagement letter. Do not send confidential or time-sensitive information through this website until an attorney-client relationship has been formally established. Information sent before engagement may not be protected by the attorney-client privilege or the duty of confidentiality.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

• Contact form submissions. When you complete a contact form on this website, we collect the information you submit, including your name, email address, phone number, subject line, and any message text. We use that information to respond to your inquiry.
• Email and phone communications. If you email or call us, we collect the content of those communications and any information you choose to share.

Information Collected Automatically

• Server logs. Like most websites, our hosting service automatically logs your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, the date and time of your visit, and the referring URL. This information is used to operate and secure the site.
• Cookies. This website uses cookies for session management, security, and (where applicable) anonymous analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; doing so may affect some site functionality.
• Analytics. We may use aggregate, anonymous analytics tools (such as Jetpack Stats or Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site. These tools collect non-identifying usage data only.

How We Use Information

We use the information described above to:

• Respond to inquiries you submit through this website or by email or phone.
• Operate, maintain, and secure the website.
• Understand aggregate usage patterns and improve site content.
• Comply with applicable legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share inquiry information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Third-Party Services

This website is hosted on WordPress.com / Jetpack-connected infrastructure provided by Automattic Inc., which has its own privacy practices described at automattic.com/privacy. We may also use third-party services for analytics, spam filtering (such as Akismet), and email delivery. Those services collect and process information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

How Long We Retain Information

We retain inquiry information and communications as long as necessary to respond to you and as required by applicable law and professional responsibility rules. Server logs and analytics data are retained for limited periods consistent with the practices of the services we use.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on the state in which you live, you may have specific rights regarding personal information we hold about you. We accommodate reasonable requests to access, correct, or delete personal information you have provided through this website. To make a request, contact us using the information at the end of this Policy.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) may give you additional rights, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of any sale or sharing of personal information. We do not sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. To exercise any CCPA / CPRA right, contact us using the information at the end of this Policy.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information through the website, please contact us so we may delete it.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we hold. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee that information sent through this website will not be intercepted or accessed by unauthorized parties.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or about how we handle your information, please contact us:

Law Offices of Michael J. Holmes, PC
Email: michael@askholmes.com
Website: askholmes.com

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