Privacy Policy for Stewart & Duke PLLC

Effective Date: January 2025

At Stewart & Duke PLLC, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, stewartduke.com (the "Website").

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our privacy practices, please do not use our Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information from visitors to our Website when they contact us through our online forms, email, or other communication channels. This information may include:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide when requesting legal services or inquiring about our firm.
• Technical Information: Information about your device, IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data (such as how you navigate the Website).
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our Website. Cookies help us remember your preferences and enhance the functionality of the Website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries: We use the personal information you provide to respond to requests for legal advice, consultations, and general inquiries.
• To improve the Website and services: We analyze usage data to enhance the functionality, performance, and user experience of our Website.
• To communicate with you: If you opt into receiving updates, we may use your contact information to send you relevant information related to our services.
• To comply with legal obligations: We may use or disclose personal information as required by law, regulation, or court order.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These precautions include administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, so while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website or providing services to you, such as web hosting, email services, or legal professionals. These third parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your personal data.

We may also disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or prevent harm.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

6. Your Choices

You have the right to:



• Access and update your information: If you have submitted personal information through our Website, you may request access to it and update it if it is inaccurate.
• Opt-out of communications: If you have opted in to receive emails or newsletters from us, you can unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions in the email or by contacting us directly.
• Disable cookies: You can manage cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information from our records.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Stewart & Duke PLLC
203 E. Jackson Blvd.

Erwin, NC 28339
assistant@harnettattorneys.com
910-694-3400