Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 19, 2025
Garrett, PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “the Firm”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us in accordance with applicable federal law and North Carolina law, including the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct.
1. Information We Collect We may collect the following types of information: Personal Identifying Information: Name, address, phone number, email, date of birth, Social Security number, and other identifiers.
Financial Information: Banking details, payment card information, tax records, and related data for billing or legal services.
Legal Matter Information: Documents, communications, and facts necessary to provide legal services.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and website usage data when you visit our website.
2. How We Use Information : We use the information we collect to:
Provide legal services and advice.
Communicate with you regarding your matter.
Process billing and payments.
Comply with legal and ethical obligations.
Improve our website and client services.
We will not sell or rent your personal information.
3. Confidentiality and Attorney–Client Privilege
Information you share with us in seeking legal advice or representation is protected by the attorney–client privilege and the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct. We maintain strict confidentiality and disclose information only as permitted or required by law or your authorization.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share personal information only in these limited circumstances:
With Service Providers: Third-party vendors that support our operations (e.g., IT, billing, secure file storage) under confidentiality agreements.
As Required by Law: To comply with subpoenas, court orders, regulatory requirements, or professional obligations.
With Your Consent: When you authorize us to share information with other professionals, such as co-counsel, accountants, or financial institutions.
5. Data Security
We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system can guarantee complete security.
6. Your Rights
As a client or prospective client, you have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we maintain about you.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request, where applicable, restrictions on how we use or share your data (subject to our ethical and legal obligations).
7. Website and Cookies
When you visit our website, we may collect limited technical data through cookies or similar technologies. This helps us improve website performance and user experience. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted to our website with a new effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Garrett, PLLC
1300 S. Blvd. Suite D, B5 Charlotte, NC 28203
704-776-6192
Shawn@GarrettPLLC.com