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Privacy and Cookie Policy

 

Privacy & Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 2026. Last Updated: January 2026

This Privacy & Cookie Policy (“Policy”) describes how LANGAN, PLLC (“Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information obtained through our website(s), including https://www.langan-law.com, and any other websites operated by the Firm that link to this Policy (collectively, the “Website”).

1. Our Commitment to Privacy

LANGAN, PLLC is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of visitors to our Website. This Policy explains:

  • what information we collect and why;

  • how we use and share that information;

  • how we protect and retain personal data;

  • your rights and choices under applicable data protection laws; and

  • how to contact us with questions or requests.

This Policy does not create an attorney–client relationship.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

You may provide personal information to us through the Website, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Company or organizational affiliation

  • Job title

  • Inquiry or message content

  • Subscription preferences (e.g., newsletters, publications)

We collect this information when you:

  • submit a contact form;

  • request information or publications;

  • subscribe to updates; or

  • otherwise communicate with us through the Website.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and operating system

  • Device identifiers

  • Pages viewed and time spent

  • Referring URLs

  • Approximate geographic location

This information is collected using cookies, pixels, and similar technologies and is generally used in aggregate form to understand Website usage and performance.

3. Cookies & Similar Technologies

A. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytics.

B. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies

    Required for basic Website functionality.

  • Analytics / Performance Cookies

    Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website (e.g., through Google Analytics or Squarespace analytics).

  • Functional Cookies

    Remember user preferences where enabled.

We do not use cookies for third-party advertising or behavioral profiling.

C. Cookie Consent & Controls

Where required by law, non-essential cookies are deployed only after you provide consent through our cookie banner or preference center.

You may also control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

4. How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

  • respond to inquiries and communications;

  • provide requested content or publications;

  • operate and improve the Website;

  • monitor security and prevent misuse;

  • comply with legal and regulatory obligations; and

  • protect the rights and safety of the Firm and others.

We do not sell personal information.

5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR / UK GDPR)

Where applicable, we process personal data on the following legal bases:\

  • Consent (e.g., newsletters, non-essential cookies);

  • Legitimate Interests (e.g., Website security, analytics, communications);

  • Contractual Necessity (e.g., responding to service inquiries);

  • Legal Obligations (e.g., recordkeeping and compliance).

6. Sharing of Information

We may share information with:

  • Service Providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics, cloud services);

  • Professional Advisers (e.g., auditors, insurers);

  • Regulators or Authorities where required by law; and

  • Successor Entities in the event of a merger or reorganization.

All service providers are required to use information only as necessary to perform services for the Firm.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions.

Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs);

  • UK International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs); or

  • other lawful transfer mechanisms.

8. Data Retention

personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • fulfill the purposes described in this Policy;

  • comply with legal, regulatory, or ethical obligations; and

  • resolve disputes or enforce agreements.

Retention periods vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable law.

9. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. Website communications are protected using industry-standard encryption protocols (e.g., HTTPS/TLS).

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Your Rights

A. EU / UK Residents

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • access your personal data;

  • request correction or deletion;

  • restrict or object to processing;

  • withdraw consent; and

  • lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

B. U.S. State Privacy Rights (Including California)

Residents of certain U.S. states, including California, may have the right to:

  • know what personal information is collected;

  • request deletion or correction;

  • opt out of certain data sharing;

  • limit use of sensitive personal information (if applicable); and

  • not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights.

LANGAN, PLLC does not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

11. Global Privacy Control (GPC)

Where required by applicable law, we recognize Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals as a valid request to opt out of certain data processing activities.

12. Information from Minors

The Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on the Website with an updated effective date.

14. Contact Us

Data Controller:

LANGAN, PLLC

New York, New York, United States

📧 Email: rlangan@langan-law.com