Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: May 3, 2026

1. Introduction

Pangelinan Law ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website or contact us about our legal services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information submitted through our contact forms or consultation requests
  • Information you share during consultations or communications with our office
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide

Information collected automatically:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited and time spent on our website
  • Referring website addresses
  • Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and schedule consultations
  • Provide legal services to clients
  • Communicate with you about your matter
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal and ethical obligations
  • Send relevant updates or information you have requested

4. Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality

Information shared with our office in the context of a legal representation or consultation may be protected by attorney-client privilege and our professional duty of confidentiality under the California Rules of Professional Conduct. We take our ethical obligations seriously and maintain strict confidentiality of client communications and information.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With third-party service providers who assist in operating our website or practice (such as scheduling software or case management tools), under confidentiality obligations
  • When required by law, court order, or legal process
  • With your consent
  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of our firm or others

6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

As a California-based law firm serving California residents, we recognize your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect about you
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

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

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience. You may instruct your browser to refuse cookies, though some features of our website may not function properly as a result.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Retention of Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and meet our professional responsibilities under California State Bar rules.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Pangelinan LawPatricia Pangelinan, Esq.(626) 818-1463Patricia@PangelinanLaw.com