Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Law Firm: The James D. Ealley Law Firm
Website: www.JDELawFirm.com

1. Introduction

The James D. Ealley Law Firm (“Firm,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable U.S. and Maryland law, including the Maryland Personal Information Protection Act (MPIPA), where applicable.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

• Name 
• Email address 
• Phone number 
• Mailing address 
• Financial and personal information submitted through intake forms or questionnaires 
• Any other information you voluntarily provide 

B. Automatically Collected Information

• IP address 
• Browser type and device information 
• Pages visited and time spent on the site 
• Referring website 

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website usage.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and communicate with you 
• Schedule consultations 
• Provide legal services 
• Improve      our website and services 
• Comply      with legal, ethical, and regulatory obligations under Maryland and federal      law 

4. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Submitting information through this website does notcreate an attorney-client relationship.

Do not send confidential or sensitive information until an attorney-client relationship has been formally established.

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information only:

• With      trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, case management systems      such as MyCase) 
• When      required by law, court order, or Maryland regulatory authorities 
• To      protect our legal rights or prevent fraud 

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, consistent with applicable Maryland law.

However, no internet transmission is completely secure. You provide information at your own risk.

In the event of a data breach involving personal information, we will comply with applicable notification requirements under Maryland law.

7. Text Messaging & A2P 10DLC Compliance

By providing your phone number and consenting to receive text messages, you agree to receive SMS communications from The James D. Ealley Law Firm, which may include:

• Appointment      reminders 
• Case-related      updates 
• Requests      for information or documents 
• General      client communications 

Consent and Opt-In

• You      will only receive text messages if you have provided prior express consent      (e.g., through a website form, intake process, or written agreement). 

Message Frequency

• Message      frequency will vary based on your case and communication needs. 

Message and Data Rates

• Message      and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier. 

Opt-Out Instructions

• You      may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP. 
• After      opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you re-enroll. 

Help Instructions

• Reply      HELP for assistance or contact us directly at 410-535-2200. 

Carrier Disclaimer

• Carriers      are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. 

We comply with applicable messaging regulations, including A2P 10DLC requirements.

8. Electronic Communications

We may communicate with you via email, text message, or secure client portals (such as MyCase, NextChapter). These methods may not be fully secure.

By contacting us electronically, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

9. Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services such as analytics providers or link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

10. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

• Request      access to your personal information 
• Request      corrections to your information 
• Request      that we limit certain uses of your data 

To make a request, contact us using the information below.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information as necessary to:

• Respond      to inquiries 
• Provide      legal services 
• Comply      with legal and ethical obligations 
• Maintain      records in accordance with Maryland law and professional responsibility      rules 

12. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.

14. Contact Information

The James D. Ealley Law Firm
136 West Dares Beach Road, #405, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-535-2200
jealley@jdelawfirm.com