Our Privacy Policy at a Glance
Galliani Law Firm is committed to delivering reliable legal services while safeguarding your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy describes our procedures regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and security of your information when you use our services, including as a client of the firm, a prospective client, or through usage of this website. We understand the importance and sensitive nature of the information you share with us-given the practice area we are involved in-and we strive to maintain your trust by ensuring that such information is treated confidentially and with the utmost security. By using the Services or website or otherwise interacting with us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
About Galliani Law Firm
Founded by Maria Galliani in 2005, Galliani Law Firm is a premier provider of legal services in the United States. Our firm was founded upon a commitment to integrity, professionalism, and results. We pride ourselves in providing full-service legal representation in family law (parenting agreements, custody disputes, divorce, and equitable distribution), matters involving criminal law anywhere in the United States, or personal injury to persons or property on behalf of private individuals or business entities. On any matter, our business clients and individuals alike trust us with their highly sensitive information. We value this trust and apply rigorous privacy practices in all our affairs. This policy outlines how we protect your information in each engagement you have with our firm.
Applicability of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy governs all personal information collected by Galliani Law Firm through our website (https://gallianifirm.com/), in person, over the telephone, via e-mail or the postal service, or through any other means of direct client contact with our lawyers and personnel. It applies to information which relates to potential, existing, and past clients of the firm, survey respondents, newsletter subscribers, and visitors to our website. This Policy does not apply to sites linked from our website or to other law firms’ websites or organizations with which you may have contact.
Collection of Information
To offer our legal services competently, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, postal address, phone number, email address, date of birth, and government-issued identifiers.
- Case-Related Information: Information about your case, including facts specific to your matter like family history, criminal history, medical history, or accident history.
- Payment Information: Billing address, payment information history, and transaction history (we do not store full credit card numbers).
- Website Usage Data: IP addresses, types of browsers, types of devices, web pages visited on this site. Usage data is collected using cookies and other tracking technologies for user experience improvement and security purposes.
- Communications: Records of emails, phone calls, and text messages that you send to and receive from our firm or related services.
- Marketing Preferences: Information you give us when you sign up for newsletters, legal updates, or related services.
We collect information directly from you or, where needed and appropriate, from third parties that you may give us permission to contact (such as other attorneys or law firms, courts or judges, hospitals or doctors, etc.).
Use of Information
The types of information we collect or receive include data you provide. We may use the information we gather for the following purposes:
- To engage in the law-related professional services that you request
- To determine whether you qualify for the services we provide and to come up with the most appropriate legal options for your case
- To keep you informed regarding case-related matters, applicable appointments, billing, and other matters
- To fulfill legal, regulatory, professional, or ethical obligations imposed by applicable law or the State Bar
- To improve our site, services, and/or client service through the analysis of our use patterns and website data, including usage analytics
- To send newsletters, legal news or alerts, or marketing materials (provided you have opted-in to such communications from us)
- To protect our systems and clients, including by preventing fraud and criminal activity
Galliani Law Firm does not sell your personally identifiable information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Legal Grounds for Processing Personal Information
We process your personal information on one or more of these legal bases:
- Contract performance: where processing is necessary to perform a contract with you to provide legal services
- Legal obligation: where processing is necessary for compliance with applicable laws and regulations, court orders, or other legal requirements
- Legitimate interests: where it is in our legitimate interests to do so, including operation and improvement of the firm, maintaining security of the firm, and communications to you about services we believe are relevant to you
- Consent: where you have expressly consented to a particular use (e.g., for use of your personal information for sending marketing communications), in which case you may withdraw your consent at any time
Where applicable, we follow additional requirements under state privacy laws and federal laws.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
Galliani Law Firm treats your information as confidential. We disclose your information only in the limited ways described here:
- With your permission or at your request (e.g., to provide documents to courts, parties, opposing counsel, or expert witnesses involved with your matter and/or any medical providers involved with your matter)
- To trusted service providers who help us operate our business (e.g., secure cloud computing services, billing platform, IT support), subject to appropriately strict confidentiality contracts
- When compelled by law, court order, or regulatory or ethical requirements
- In the interest of protecting the safety of you or others, investigating fraud, or defending against legal claims
We do not sell your information to third parties for unrelated marketing purposes. All disclosures are subject to our professional attorney-client confidentiality obligation and relevant legal obligations.
Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality
Protection of Confidentiality
As your law firm, we are legally and ethically required to protect confidential communications between you and our attorneys. The attorney-client privilege applies to communication between you and us, except where limited by statute (e.g., involuntary harm, authority such as a subpoena). We train all staff and put procedures in place to protect all privileged information.
Data Security Measures
Galliani Law Firm utilizes sophisticated security protocols to safeguard your information from unauthorized use, disclosure, modification, or destruction. These measures include the following:
- Secure, encrypted storage of electronic and hard copy files
- Multiple factor authentication and access controls in internal systems
- Cybersecurity audits conducted periodically and training of the employees on data protection
- Secure methods of communication between our clients and us for transmitting sensitive information (e.g., encrypted email, secure portals)
- Routine backups and disaster recovery plans in place
While we aim to keep your information safe, no measure is ever foolproof. We advise clients to follow secure procedures while transmitting sensitive information and to reach out to us in a timely manner should you ever have reason to believe your information has been used in an unauthorized manner.
Retention of Information
We will keep your personal information only for as long as is reasonably necessary to perform the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with all legal and ethical obligations, and resolve disputes. In general, we will maintain legal files for several years following the conclusion of the matter, per state and bar association requirements. Your information will be deleted or destroyed when relevant retention requirements expire.
Your Rights and Choices
- Access: Request to obtain a copy of the personal information that we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of the personal information that we hold.
- Restriction: Request limitation of our use of your personal information.
- Objection: Object to our use of your personal information.
- Data portability: Request your personal information in portable format where possible.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or at (279) 778-0413. We will respond promptly as required by law.
Cookies and our Website Analytics
Our website utilizes cookies and other similar technologies to optimize your experience when you visit us, analyze site traffic, and support security. Cookies are data files placed on your device that help us recognize you and understand how you, along with most visitors to our site, use it. We may utilize third-party analytics companies such as Google Analytics to capture aggregate data about site traffic. You can change your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this can impact the functionality of a site. By accessing our site you agree to the use of cookies according to this Policy.
Links to Third Parties and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources not owned or controlled by Galliani Law Firm. We have no responsibility for such third-party websites, services, or resources and you should review the privacy policies applicable to each third-party site before submitting any personal information.
Children & Student Privacy
Galliani Law Firm does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with information, please alert us at [email protected] or call us at (279) 778-0413 so that we may remove such information from our systems.
Marketing and Newsletter Communications
With your information and your permission, Galliani Law Firm may send you newsletters, legal updates, and other information about our company. You may opt in to receive these emails whenever you visit the site or otherwise interact with our company. Should you wish, you may opt out at any time by emailing us and/or clicking the “opt out” link in the email itself. We always respect your privacy and will promptly comply with your wishes.
California Privacy Rights and the Rights of Other States
Residents of California and certain other states may have additional rights under their state or local privacy laws (such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”)), including the right to be informed of what information we collect, request that we delete, to not be subject to sales of certain data, and to equal service should they choose to exercise their rights to privacy. Galliani Law Firm is in compliance with applicable state privacy laws and will not discriminate against you for exercising these legal rights. To submit a request or ask questions about your rights, please contact [email protected].
International Users and Data Transfers
Galliani Law Firm is a United States firm that provides its services primarily in the United States courts. If you are using our services in another country, your information may be transferred to, stored, and/or processed in the United States, which does not have data protection laws equivalent to other countries’ applicable standards. Your use of the services constitutes your consent to transfer your information, including personally identifiable information, to the United States.
Contacting Us
Galliani Law Firm
1000 Galleria Blvd Ste 46
Sacramento, CA 95670
Telephone: (279) 778-0413
Mail: [email protected]
Website: https://gallianifirm.com/
We will respond to your questions with promptness and transparency.
Update of Our Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. You should visit this page periodically to review the then-current policy. We will notify you of any material changes by posting notices on our site or by such other means as may be appropriate. Your continued use of our services after such changes will constitute your acceptance of the revised terms.
Your Duty of Confidentiality
We at the Galliani Law Firm take your privacy very seriously. Please make every effort to avoid disclosing confidential information. Always use a secure method when sending confidential documents, alert us immediately if you think case documents have been intercepted, and don’t discuss case details with those who are not authorized to know the information. We will work together to ensure that your privacy and security needs are met.
This blog is published and maintained by attorneys Michael J. Galliani and Philip B. Greer in their professional capacities as mediators and advocates for their clients according to the above terms. It is not intended for nor should it ever be considered legal advice for any purpose.
Acknowledgement and Consent
By utilizing services available through Galliani Law Firm website and/or by communicating with the team at Galliani Law Firm, you indicate that you have read this Privacy Policy and understand its contents. You agree that your information may be collected, used, and disclosed in the manner specified in this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with anything in this Privacy Policy please contact us to address your concerns before you use any of the services that are listed in the site’s pages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Privacy
- Does Galliani Law Firm share (sell or otherwise) my personal information?
No. We do not sell or rent our client’s personally identifiable information to any third parties for their own marketing or unrelated purposes. - Can I get a copy of my file for my own records?
Yes. You may request a copy of your file by contacting [email protected] or (279) 778-0413 and requesting it. It will be supplied subject to verification and other legal requirements. - How does Galliani Law Firm manage privacy of digital electronic communications?
All digital electronic communications and files are protected by secured, encrypted, and access controlled “digital safes.” - What if I think my privacy may have been violated?
Notify us immediately at (279) 778-0413 or [email protected] and we will review the issue promptly and take any needed steps to address it. - How long is information kept?
Information is kept as required by law and bar association guidelines, for example, typically several years after a case ends and then it is destroyed in a secure manner.
Our Commitment to Continual Advancement
At Galliani Law Firm, we regularly review and improve our privacy practices to incorporate changes in the law, technology, and communications. Our commitment to protecting your information is a vital part of our mission to provide trusted, client-focused advocacy. We welcome your feedback and are always happy to answer questions about our privacy policies.
Conclusion
The relationship we build with each client at Galliani Law Firm rests on a foundation of trust that we safeguard through tight privacy controls, open practices, and accessible communication. Whether you are an individual looking for help with a family law matter, dealing with a criminal charge, or recovering from an injury, you can expect us to honor your privacy and protect your right to confidentiality when handling your case. You can call us at (279) 778-0413 or email us at [email protected] for more information regarding your rights to privacy under the law and/or to discuss our services.