Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 9, 2025
Welcome to McKelvey Kargo (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy matters to us, and this policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding your data.

Important Legal Disclaimer
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

Submitting information through our contact form, email, or any other method on this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is only formed through a signed engagement letter after we have conducted a conflicts check and agreed to represent you.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect:
Personal Information: If you subscribe, contact us, or leave a comment, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide. However, we will never ask for sensitive information on a contact form such as passwords, payment details, or personal identification numbers.

Important: Please do not share confidential legal matters, case-specific details, or any sensitive data through our contact form or comments. Communications sent through this website are not secure and may not be treated as confidential until an attorney-client relationship has been established.

Automatically Collected Data: When you visit our site, we may gather information like your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages you visit using cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and determine if we can assist with your legal matter
  • Conduct conflicts of interest checks before engaging new clients
  • Improve our website, content, and user experience
  • Send updates, legal alerts, or newsletters if you opt in to our mailing list
  • Prevent spam and maintain website security
  • Analyze trends and user behavior to improve our services and tailor content
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. For prospective clients we do not engage, we typically retain contact information for conflict check purposes for up to 7 years. For actual clients, retention follows our document retention policy and applicable legal requirements.

4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, email communications, and other business operations
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
  • Co-Counsel or Experts: If we represent you and need to engage other professionals (only with your consent)
  • Court Systems: For case filings and legal proceedings related to your representation

5. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to improve your experience and analyze site usage. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, but some parts of our site may not function properly.

6. Third-Party Services
We use third-party tools, such as Google Analytics and embedded content from other websites, which may collect data based on their own privacy policies. We do not control how these third parties handle your information, so we recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more details.

7. Your Choices & Rights

  • You can request to see, update, or delete your personal information
  • You can opt out of emails by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us at info@mckelveykargo.com
  • You can adjust your browser settings to control cookies

8. California Residents – Your Privacy Rights
This section applies to residents of California under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA).
Your Rights Under CCPA:

  • Right to Know – You can request details about the personal data we collect, use, and share
  • Right to Delete – You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions (such as legal obligations to retain records)
  • Right to Opt-Out – We do not sell personal information
  • Right to Non-Discrimination – Exercising your privacy rights will not result in unfair treatment or discrimination

How to Exercise Your Rights:
To request access to, delete, or opt out of the use of your personal information, please contact us at: info@mckelveykargo.com
We will respond to your request within 45 days as required by law.

9. International Visitors
Our website is operated in the United States and is intended for users located in the United States. If you are accessing our site from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and we operate. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

11. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:

  • SSL encryption to secure information transmitted through our site
  • Secure servers and regular security updates
  • Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
  • Regular monitoring for security vulnerabilities

However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure. Please be mindful when sharing personal information online and avoid sending confidential or sensitive legal information through unsecured channels.

12. Email Communications
Initial communications via email or our contact form are not encrypted and should not be considered secure or confidential. Once we establish an attorney-client relationship, we will provide you with secure communication methods for confidential matters.

13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
McKelvey Kargo
Email: info@mckelveykargo.com

This privacy policy was last updated on December 9, 2025.