Introduction
Law List ("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 or use our services. We are committed to GDPR and CCPA compliance and maintaining the highest standards of data protection.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Name, email address, and contact information
- Bar license number and state of licensure (for verification purposes)
- Professional credentials and practice information
- Profile content, photos, and video introductions
- Payment information for subscriptions (processed securely through third-party providers)
- Communications with us or other users
- Waitlist registration information and marketing preferences
Automatically Collected Information
When you access our platform, we automatically collect:
- Device information and browser type
- IP address and location data
- Usage patterns and analytics data
- Cached data through our service worker for offline functionality
- Cookie and tracking technology data
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Verify your bar membership and professional standing
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process your transactions and send related information
- Send you launch updates, exclusive insights for attorneys, and marketing communications (with your consent)
- Generate AI-enhanced marketing content and thought leadership materials in your voice
- Match you with relevant clients and networking opportunities
- Send you technical notices and support messages
- Respond to your comments and questions
- Monitor and analyze trends and usage
- Detect and prevent fraud or security issues
- Comply with legal obligations and ABA advertising standards
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in operating our platform
- Other users, as part of your public profile
- Law enforcement when required by law
- Business transferees in case of merger or acquisition
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
GDPR & CCPA Compliance
Your Privacy Rights
Under GDPR (for EU residents) and CCPA (for California residents), you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Restriction: Limit how we process your personal information
- Objection: Opt-out of marketing communications and certain data processing
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for data processing at any time
- Non-Discrimination: Exercise these rights without discrimination (CCPA)
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@lawlist.ai. We will respond within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA). We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data based on:
- Consent: For marketing communications and AI-generated content
- Contract: To provide services you've requested
- Legitimate Interest: For platform security, fraud prevention, and service improvement
- Legal Obligation: To comply with bar association rules and applicable laws
Bar Verification and Professional Validation
To maintain the integrity of our platform, we verify that all members are licensed attorneys:
- We verify bar membership through state bar association databases
- We confirm attorneys are in good standing
- Bar license information is used solely for verification and is not publicly displayed
- We do not require or collect confidential client information
AI-Powered Features
Law List uses artificial intelligence to enhance your marketing and content creation. When you use AI-powered features, we may process your profile information, writing samples, and preferences to generate personalized marketing content. You maintain full editorial control and ownership of all AI-generated content. AI tools are designed to assist, not replace, your professional judgment and comply with ABA advertising ethics.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Authentication and account security
- Preferences and settings
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Offline functionality through our service worker
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit platform functionality.
Email Communications and Marketing
When you join our waitlist or subscribe to our newsletter, you consent to receive:
- Launch updates and platform announcements
- Exclusive insights and resources for modern attorneys
- Marketing communications about our services
- Industry news and legal marketing best practices
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or contacting privacy@lawlist.ai. We will never spam you or share your email with third parties.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Waitlist data is retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe. Account data is retained for the duration of your membership plus applicable legal retention periods.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@lawlist.ai
Address: 123 Legal Plaza, Suite 500, New York, NY 10001