Overview & Scope §1

Shair Legal ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at shairlegal.com (the "Website") or contact us through any channel.

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through this Website and through any related communications including email, phone, WhatsApp, and contact form submissions. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect §2

We may collect the following categories of information:

Information You Provide Directly:

• Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details submitted through our contact forms or consultation booking system
• Immigration-related information you voluntarily share when requesting a consultation (e.g., visa type, country of birth, current status)
• Communications you send us via email, WhatsApp, or other channels
• Resume or other documents uploaded through our careers page

Information Collected Automatically:

• IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

How We Use Your Information §3

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and schedule consultations
• To provide legal services and communicate with you about your case (once an attorney-client relationship is established)
• To send you information about our services, updates, and newsletters (only if you have opted in)
• To improve and optimize our Website content and user experience
• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and professional responsibility rules
• To protect the security and integrity of our Website and systems
• To evaluate employment applications submitted through our careers page

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We do not allow third-party advertisers to collect your information through this Website.

How We Share Your Information §4

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Website or delivering services (e.g., email hosting, scheduling software, cloud storage). These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, subpoena, or government authority, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
• Professional Obligations: As a law firm, we are subject to Florida Bar Rules of Professional Conduct regarding client confidentiality. Information shared in the context of an attorney-client relationship is protected by attorney-client privilege to the fullest extent of the law.
• Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

We will never share, sell, or disclose your personal information for advertising or marketing purposes to third parties.

Data Retention §5

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Contact form submissions and inquiry information: retained for 2 years unless a client relationship is established
• Client matter files: retained in accordance with Florida Bar Rules and applicable law (generally 6 years after matter closing)
• Website analytics data: retained for up to 26 months
• Career applications: retained for 1 year unless we extend an offer of employment

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with applicable data protection standards.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies §6

Our Website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website.

We may use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website (e.g., Google Analytics). Data collected is aggregated and anonymized.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings (e.g., dark/light theme preference).

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

Security §7

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmitted through this Website
• Access controls limiting who can access personal information
• Regular security reviews of our systems and practices

Your Rights & Choices §8

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• 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 and professional obligations
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly
• Do Not Track: Our Website respects Do Not Track browser signals where technically feasible

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10.

Children's Privacy §9

This Website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at mzshair@gmail.com.

Changes to This Policy §10

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when we make changes.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of this Website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us §11

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

We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt.