The Sanders Firm, P.C. (“the Firm,” “we,” or “us”) recognizes that privacy is not merely a technical consideration, but a substantive legal and ethical concern—particularly for individuals asserting civil rights, challenging institutional misconduct, or seeking counsel in matters involving governmental or organizational power.
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, disclosed, stored, and safeguarded when you access or interact with the Firm’s website. It is intended to provide transparency regarding the Firm’s practices and to define the limits of confidentiality prior to the formation of an attorney–client relationship.
This policy applies only to information collected through this website. It does not govern information exchanged within the scope of an established attorney–client relationship, which is subject to separate legal, ethical, and professional obligations.
The Nature of Information Submitted Through This Website
Visitors to the Firm’s website may choose to submit information by completing a contact form, sending an email, or otherwise initiating communication. Such information may include identifying details, contact information, and narrative descriptions of potential legal issues.
While the Firm understands that individuals may feel compelled to disclose sensitive or personal information when seeking legal assistance, information submitted through this website is not confidential unless and until a formal attorney–client relationship has been established through a written engagement agreement.
For that reason, visitors are strongly advised not to submit sensitive, confidential, or privileged information through this website prior to confirmation of representation.
Categories of Information Collected
Information Voluntarily Provided by Users
The Firm may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to your name, email address, telephone number, and any information you choose to include in a message or inquiry.
Submission of such information is entirely voluntary. However, the Firm does not guarantee that it will review, respond to, or retain every inquiry, and submission does not obligate the Firm to provide representation.
Automatically Collected Technical Information
Like most websites, the Firm’s website may automatically collect certain technical information when accessed. This may include Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and time and date of access.
This information is collected through standard web technologies and is used in aggregate form to:
maintain website functionality,
monitor site performance,
detect security threats or misuse, and
improve user experience.
The Firm does not use this information to personally identify visitors unless required for security, legal compliance, or investigation of misuse.
Cookies and Analytical Tools
The website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to facilitate navigation and collect usage data. Cookies are small data files placed on your device that allow the website to recognize your browser.
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or to notify you when cookies are being used. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functions but will not prevent general access to the site.
The Firm does not use cookies to engage in behavioral advertising or to track users across unrelated websites.
Use and Purpose of Collected Information
Information collected through the website may be used for the following limited purposes:
responding to inquiries initiated by visitors,
conducting preliminary assessments to determine whether a matter falls within the Firm’s practice focus,
maintaining website operations and security,
complying with legal or regulatory obligations, and
protecting the Firm’s rights and interests where required.
The Firm does not sell, lease, or commercially exploit personal information collected through this website.
No Attorney–Client Relationship and No Privilege
Transmission of information through this website does not create an attorney–client relationship. Such a relationship is established only by a written agreement executed by both the Firm and the client.
Until such a relationship exists, communications submitted through the website are not protected by the attorney–client privilege to the fullest extent permitted by law. The Firm expressly disclaims any duty of confidentiality with respect to unsolicited information submitted prior to engagement.
Confidentiality Once Representation Is Established
Once a formal attorney–client relationship is established, the Firm is bound by the New York Rules of Professional Conduct, applicable statutes, and ethical obligations governing confidentiality, privilege, and data protection.
This Privacy Policy does not limit or replace those obligations.
Third-Party Service Providers and Hosting
The Firm may utilize third-party vendors to support website hosting, analytics, security, and communications infrastructure. These service providers may have limited access to information solely for the purpose of performing contracted services.
The Firm does not authorize third parties to use collected information for independent purposes and is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party vendors beyond reasonable contractual safeguards.
External Websites and Links
The Firm’s website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites are not controlled by the Firm, and the Firm is not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices.
Visitors access external websites at their own risk and are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those sites before providing personal information.
Data Security and Limitations
The Firm employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information collected through the website from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no internet-based system is completely secure. The Firm cannot and does not guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted electronically, and visitors transmit information at their own risk.
Retention and Deletion of Information
Information submitted through the website may be retained for a reasonable period for administrative, evaluative, or recordkeeping purposes. The Firm reserves the right to delete or destroy unsolicited or unretained communications at its discretion, subject to legal requirements.
The Firm does not guarantee long-term retention of non-client communications.
Privacy Rights and Applicable Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of New York, including applicable data security and privacy statutes such as the New York SHIELD Act, to the extent they apply.
Nothing in this policy is intended to create rights beyond those provided by applicable law.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for use by adults. The Firm does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If such information is inadvertently received, the Firm will take reasonable steps to delete it.
Changes to This Policy
The Firm reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any revised terms.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the Firm’s privacy practices may be directed to:
The Sanders Firm, P.C. 30 Wall Street, 8th Floor New York, N.Y. 10005 Attention: Eric Sanders, es.