Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 5, 2026
1. Introduction
Dracup & Patterson ("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 dracupandpatterson.com (the "Site"), use our services, or communicate with us.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Site or services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site or use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Request a consultation or legal services
- Fill out our intake form or contact forms
- Send us an email or call our office
- Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
- Upload documents through our secure portal
This information may include:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Company or business name
- Case details and legal matter information
- Documents and files you upload
- Financial information related to your case
- Any other information you choose to provide
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address and device identifiers
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Geographic location (general)
- Date and time of visits
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide legal services and respond to your inquiries
- Evaluate and process consultation requests
- Communicate with you about your case or potential representation
- Send administrative information and updates
- Improve our website and services
- Protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activity
- Comply with legal obligations and professional responsibilities
- Enforce our terms and conditions
4. Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality
Information you provide to us in the course of seeking or receiving legal representation is protected by attorney-client privilege and our professional duty of confidentiality. This protection applies regardless of whether we ultimately represent you.
We maintain strict confidentiality of all client information in accordance with the California Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable law. We will not disclose confidential client information without your consent except as required or permitted by law or professional rules.
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., cloud storage providers, email services).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government regulation.
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients or others.
- With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties when you have given us explicit permission to do so.
6. SMS Messaging Privacy Policy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
When you opt in to receive text messages from Dracup & Patterson (for example, by providing your phone number through our consultation request form or client portal), we may send you SMS messages related to your consultation, case updates, document requests, appointment reminders, and other transactional communications. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time, or HELP for assistance.
Your mobile opt-in data and consent are never sold, rented, or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes under any circumstances.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Employee training on data protection
- Secure document storage and disposal procedures
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our Site.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Site.
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Opt-Out: Opt out of certain uses of your personal information
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. For legal matters, we may retain client files and related information for a period of years following the conclusion of the matter, as required by professional rules and best practices.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Site 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.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Site 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 personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: