Privacy Policy

Cater Law Firm, PLLC (“the Firm) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how the Firm collects and uses information when you visit the Firm’s website, www.caterlawfirm.com. This Policy is intended to comply with applicable federal laws, New York State privacy and consumer protection laws, and the New York Rules of Professional Conduct, including Rules 1.6 and 1.18.

1. Information Collected

A. Information You Voluntarily Submit

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • General description of your legal matter
  • Any information you choose to enter

Do not submit confidential or sensitive information through this website unless the Firm
explicitly requests it.

B. Automatically Collected Information

The Firm’s website may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Usage analytics
  • Cookies and tracking data

This data is used to improve user experience and website performance.

2. Attorney–Client Relationship Disclaimer (NY Rule 1.18)

Contacting the Firm or submitting information through this website does not create an attorney–client relationship.
The Firm will not treat information submitted through the website as confidential unless and until:

  1. A conflict check is completed,
  2. The Firm agrees to accept your matter, and
  3. A written engagement letter is executed.

Prospective-client information is protected under Rule 1.18, but this protection applies only after the Firm intentionally receives information related to a potential representation. This website instructs prospective clients not to submit detailed confidential information to avoid accidental receipt of protected information.

3. The Firm Uses Your Information to:

  • Respond to inquiries
  • Schedule consultations
  • Provide requested information
  • Improve website functionality
  • Send newsletters (with your consent)
  • Fulfill legal, ethical, or regulatory obligations

The Firm does not sell or rent your personal data.

4. Sharing Your Information

The Firm may share information with:

  • Third-party service providers (website hosting, analytics, email tools)
  • Regulators or law enforcement when legally required
  • Others with your express consent

All service providers must maintain appropriate data safeguards.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The Firm may use cookies or tracking pixels to analyze website usage and improve performance. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Security

The Firm implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. No online transmission is completely secure.

7. Third-Party Links

The Firm is not responsible for privacy practices or content of external websites.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for anyone under 13 years of age.

9. Your Rights

You may request:

  • Access to your personal information
  • Correction of inaccuracies
  • Deletion of information where legally permissible

Contact: [email protected]

10. Updates to This Policy

The Firm may modify this Policy periodically. Changes are effective when posted.

11. Contact Information

Meghan Sherman Cater Esq.
Cater Law Firm, PLLC
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 518-917-7470