11555 Heron Bay Boulevard Suite 200

Coral Springs, Florida 33076-3362

Phone: (954) 324-3651 or (888) FLA-LAWYER

Email: [email protected]

Last Updated: February 25, 2026

Matthew Fornaro, P.A. ("we," "us," "our," or "the Firm") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of information provided to us by our clients, prospective clients, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct, applicable federal and state privacy laws, and ethical obligations governing the practice of law.

By contacting our Firm, using our services, or visiting our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect various types of information from and about you, including:

Personal Identification Information:

Name, address, telephone number, email address, date of birth, and Social Security number

Emergency contact information and family member details

Government-issued identification documents

Business and Legal Matter Information:

Details about your business structure, operations, and legal situation

Business documents, contracts, corporate records, and communications relevant to your matter

Court records, transaction documents, intellectual property materials, and other documents related to your matter

Information about opposing parties, witnesses, business partners, and other individuals involved in your legal matter

Financial Information:

Payment information for legal services, including credit card details, bank account information, and billing addresses

Information about business income, assets, debts, and financial circumstances relevant to your legal matter

Electronic Information:

IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information

Website usage data, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns

Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8 below)

Communications:

Emails, text messages, phone calls, and other communications with our Firm

Voicemail messages and recorded conversations (when permitted by law)

2. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

We collect information through various means:

Directly from you when you contact us, complete intake forms, provide documents, or communicate with us

From third parties including courts, opposing counsel, witnesses, expert witnesses, business partners, vendors, insurance companies, and government agencies

From public records including court filings, corporate records, property records, and other publicly available information

Automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website

Through research and investigation as part of our representation of you

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information for the following purposes:

Legal Representation: To provide legal services, evaluate your business or legal matter, prepare legal documents, communicate with courts and opposing parties, and represent your interests

Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide case updates, send appointment reminders, and maintain ongoing communication about your legal matter

Billing and Payment: To process payments, send invoices, and maintain financial records related to our services

Legal Compliance: To comply with court orders, subpoenas, legal obligations, and applicable laws and regulations

Record Keeping: To maintain client files and records as required by Florida Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable law

Website Improvement: To analyze website usage, improve functionality, and enhance user experience

Security: To protect against unauthorized access, fraud, and other security threats

Professional Development: To evaluate conflicts of interest and maintain our professional responsibilities

4. ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGE AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Protection of Client Information: As a law firm, we are bound by the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct, which impose strict confidentiality obligations. All information relating to the representation of a client is protected by attorney-client privilege and the duty of confidentiality, subject to limited exceptions.

We will not disclose confidential client information without your informed consent, except as required or permitted by law or the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct.

Limited Exceptions to Confidentiality: We may disclose confidential information in the following limited circumstances:

To prevent reasonably certain death or substantial bodily harm

To prevent the client from committing a crime

To comply with a court order or other legal obligation

To establish or defend claims arising from the attorney-client relationship

To detect and resolve conflicts of interest

When you provide informed consent to the disclosure

5. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

Secure servers and encrypted communications

Password-protected systems and access controls

Regular security assessments and updates

Employee training on data security and confidentiality

Secure document storage and disposal procedures

While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information, and you provide information at your own risk.

6. RETENTION OF INFORMATION

We retain client information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and as required by the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct, applicable law, and our professional obligations.

Client files are generally retained for a minimum of six (6) years after the conclusion of representation or as otherwise required by law. After this period, we may securely destroy or anonymize information, unless continued retention is necessary for legal, accounting, or business purposes.

You may request the return or destruction of your file at the conclusion of representation, subject to our retention obligations and any applicable fees.

7. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website usage, and provide personalized content.

Types of Cookies:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security

Analytical Cookies: Collect information about website usage to improve performance

Marketing Cookies: Track browsing activity to deliver relevant advertising

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality. Our website may use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, which may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.

8. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

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

Access: You may request access to your client file and the personal information we maintain about you

Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

Deletion: You may request deletion of your information, subject to our legal and professional retention obligations

Opt-Out: You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text "STOP" to (954) 324-3651. After you send the SMS message "STOP" to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again. If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or you can get help directly at (954) 324-3651.

Withdrawal of Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process information, you may withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We may require verification of your identity before processing your request. Please note that certain requests may be subject to legal limitations, including attorney-client privilege and our professional obligations.

9. MOBILE/SMS TEXT MESSAGING

Consent and Message Types: By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive informational and service-related purposes, including appointment reminders, case updates, essential service notifications and special offers, discounts, and service updates from Matthew Fornaro, P.A. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

Non-Sharing Clause: No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Important Notice: Do not send confidential or time-sensitive legal information via text message. Text messages do not create an attorney-client relationship. For urgent matters, call our office directly.

10. COMMUNICATIONS FROM NON-CLIENTS

Important Notice: Contacting Matthew Fornaro, P.A. does not create an attorney-client relationship. Information you provide before we formally agree to represent you is not protected by attorney-client privilege.

If you are not a client, we will use information you provide only to evaluate whether we can assist you and to respond to your inquiry. We will not use your information for marketing purposes without your consent.

Do not send confidential or time-sensitive information through our website contact form or unsecured email. If you have an urgent legal matter, please call our office directly.

11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. We will post the updated policy on our website and indicate the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document.

Material changes to this Privacy Policy will be communicated to clients through written notice or email. Your continued use of our services or website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your information, please contact us:

Matthew Fornaro, P.A. 11555 Heron Bay Boulevard Suite 200 Coral Springs, Florida 33076-3362 Phone: (954) 324-3651 or (888) FLA-LAWYER Email: [email protected]

14. FLORIDA-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with Florida law, including the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable state privacy regulations.

Florida residents should be aware that we comply with Rule 4-1.6 of the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct regarding confidentiality of information, which provides broad protections for client information beyond those required by federal privacy laws.

Matthew Fornaro, P.A. serves clients throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct in accordance with The Florida Bar regulations.

If you have concerns about our privacy practices that we cannot resolve, you may contact The Florida Bar or seek other legal remedies as provided by Florida law.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By using our services or contacting Matthew Fornaro, P.A., you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services or provide us with your personal information.