Advisory Concepts Evolvers (“ACE,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your Personally Identifiable Information (“PII”) when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us through digital communications.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website, register, or communicate with us:
- Personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and other information you voluntarily provide.
- Communication details such as mobile numbers provided for text messaging consent.
- Technical data such as device type, browser type, and analytics data via cookies (see “Cookies and Tracking”).
2. When We Collect Information
We collect information when you:
- Fill out a form or register on our site.
- Subscribe to our communications.
- Inquire about legal services through our site or through messaging platforms we facilitate for our clients.
- Provide consent for text message communications.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information in the following ways:
- To respond to inquiries via email, phone, or text message.
- To deliver marketing and service updates on behalf of our law firm clients.
- To improve our website, services, and user experience.
- To comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements.
4. Text Messaging Disclosures
Advisory Concepts Evolvers may send text message updates and responses on behalf of participating law firms.
- Consent: Messages are only sent to individuals who have explicitly opted in.
- Purpose: Communications are limited to legal service inquiries and follow-ups in the law firm’s geographic service area.
- Data Use: Mobile numbers and related data are securely stored and never sold, licensed, or shared for marketing by third parties.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of text messaging at any time by replying “STOP” or following opt-out instructions provided.
5. Legal Marketing Compliance
ACE provides marketing support services only. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. Law firms using our services remain solely responsible for compliance with their jurisdiction’s ethical rules.
In compliance with state bar requirements:
- Pennsylvania: All communications follow Rules of Professional Conduct 7.1–7.3. Disclaimers are included to prevent false or misleading claims.
- Delaware: Marketing materials comply with Delaware Rules of Professional Conduct 7.1–7.3.
- New Jersey: Advertisements comply with Rules 7.1–7.3 and include disclaimers such as: “Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.”
6. Protection of Information
We use a variety of security measures to safeguard your personal information:
- Encrypted storage of sensitive data.
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
- Restricted access by authorized personnel only.
- Regular security scans and malware checks.
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use Google Analytics and related tools to understand traffic patterns. This may include:
- First-party cookies (Google Analytics)
- Third-party identifiers (such as DoubleClick cookies)
You can opt out via Google Ad Settings or the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
8. Third-Party Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to outside parties except as required by law or to fulfill services you have consented to.
9. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn that a child under 13 has provided PII, we will delete it promptly.
10. Fair Information Practices
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users via email within 7 business days.
11. CAN-SPAM Compliance
We collect email addresses to send information and respond to inquiries. To comply with the CAN-SPAM Act:
- We do not use false or misleading headers.
- We identify commercial messages appropriately.
- We include our physical business address.
- We honor opt-out requests promptly.
You may unsubscribe from email communications by following the instructions in the message or emailing us at maryann@advisoryconceptsevolvers.com.
12. Disclaimer
Advisory Concepts Evolvers does not provide legal services. All content generated or distributed through our platforms is subject to attorney review. Participating law firms are responsible for compliance with applicable ethics rules.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Advisory Concepts Evolvers
45 Turkey Leg Rd
Stillwater #1001
Big Sky, MT 59716