Privacy policy.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 2025
Southern Bayou Legacy Law Firm ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable Louisiana and U.S. privacy and legal ethics standards.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information through our website:
a. Personal Information You Provide:
Name, email address, phone number, and any other information you submit via contact forms or direct communication.
b. Automatically Collected Information:
IP address, browser type, referring pages, time of visit, and usage data collected via cookies or analytics tools.
2. Use of Your Information
We may use the information you provide to:
Respond to your inquiries or communications
Evaluate whether we can represent you (only after a formal engagement is established)
Improve our website functionality and user experience
Comply with our legal and ethical obligations
Send newsletters or firm updates, if you’ve opted in
3. Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Relationship
Submitting information through this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not send confidential or time-sensitive information until an attorney-client relationship has been formally established through a signed agreement. Information submitted prior to engagement may not be protected by the attorney-client privilege under Louisiana law.
4. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or share your personal information for commercial purposes. We may disclose information in the following circumstances:
To service providers or vendors who support our operations (under confidentiality agreements)
When required by law, court order, or legal process
To protect the rights or safety of our firm, our clients, or others
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to enhance your experience. These tools collect anonymous traffic data. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
6. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external sites.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. However, no system can guarantee absolute security, particularly for data transmitted over the internet.
8. Louisiana Law Compliance
This policy is governed by the laws and rules of the State of Louisiana, including the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct and Louisiana law governing data and privacy practices.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Southern Bayou Legacy Law Firm
2800 Gause Blvd E, Ste F
Slidell, LA 70461
hello@southernbayoulegal.com