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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

Sterling & Associates (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at chicagocorporateattorneys.com and use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Fill out a contact or consultation request form
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or download a guide
  • Use our interactive legal tools
  • Engage our chatbot
  • Email, call, or otherwise communicate with us

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, and any details you provide about your legal needs.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information including:

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, and navigation paths
  • Referring website or source
  • Device type and screen resolution

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and consultation requests
  • Provide legal services you have engaged us for
  • Send you information you've requested (guides, newsletters)
  • Improve our website, services, and user experience
  • Analyze website usage and trends
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect our rights and prevent fraud

We will never sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for purposes unrelated to our legal services without your consent.

Data Sharing

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and delivering services (e.g., hosting providers, email services, analytics tools). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or governmental regulation.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case your information would be transferred as part of that transaction.
  • With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information for a specific purpose.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytics data.

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, chatbot conversations).
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and tool results during your session.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted to and from our website
  • Secure storage of personal information with access controls
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Employee training on data protection practices

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining the highest reasonable standard of protection.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: