Our Cookie Policy Explained
Welcome to the cookie policy page of Ayres Law Firm, attorney and counselors-at-law. At Ayres Law Firm, we make it a priority to uphold the highest standards of transparency, privacy, and security across everything that we do – and that includes how we gather and use information through our website. This cookie policy is here to inform you all about what cookies are, why and how Ayres Law Firm uses cookies, and your rights in relation to such cookies on the Ayres Law Firm website (https://ayres-law-firm.com/). We believe in empowering our clients not only through our legal knowledge and understanding but also by presenting you with simple, easy to understand information about your online privacy choices. Please read this policy carefully to learn about the role cookies play in impressive website experiences and how cookie information can affect your personal experience with our site.
What are cookies?
Cookies are simply small text files that a website places onto your computer (or device, such as a tablet or smartphone) when you visit the site. There are many uses for cookies, but the most common involve particular website functionality – such as remembering your preferences, and keeping track of behavior to provide useful information to the website provider about how people use the site. Typically, cookies do not have personally identifiable information, but they can tie to personal identifying information you provide elsewhere on the web. At Ayres Law Firm, we use cookies on this site to better understand our site visitors, to ensure proper functionality, and to further our ability to serve clients in an educational and service-oriented manner.
Why our website uses cookies
- So that our website will function properly and securely for users.
- So that your preferences (such as language or region) can be saved and to make your use of the site personal to you.
- So that we can gather statistics about website traffic and usage to improve our site’s capabilities and content.
- So that we can deliver information resources and legal information pertinent to our visitors’ interests.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations for online privacy.
We believe cookies are instrumental in enabling us to provide an informative, functional, and secure online environment for those who visit us.
Our types of cookies
- Required cookies – These are core cookies that are required for the operation of the website. These allow you to access features like secure log-ins and other website functionality. Without these features, some services cannot be provided.
- Performance / analytics cookies – These cookies collect information on how visitors use the site so that we can improve the website. For example, Google Analytics is a service that helps us measure website traffic, track usage patterns of our most popular pages, and understand how we might improve our website design. We can then use this information to optimize the content and layout of our website.
- Functionality cookies – Functionality cookies help us remember your preferences and choices (for example, language or region) in order to make future visits easier.
- Targeting / advertising cookies – Ayres Law Firm does not sell third-party advertising on its website. However, we may use some limited targeting cookies to advertise our services or to offer ‘relevant’ legal resources based upon what you have viewed as a way of publicizing our services. Targeting cookies can also be used to measure the success of our outreach activities.
Third Party cookies
In addition to cookies set directly by the Ayres Law Firm, additional cookies are added by third party service providers whose functionality is embedded on our website. These service providers include, but are not limited to: Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), for tracking statistics and user activity on our website. Social media providers (e.g., LinkedIn or Facebook), if you opt to share information on the site via a social share feature. Content providers (e.g., video or document hosting services), for serving multimedia content or legal documents on the site. Third party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of their respective providers. Please consult their privacy policy for more information on those uses.
Managing your cookies
You may control the use of cookies on your device. When you first visit the Ayres Law Firm website, you will see a cookie banner where you can accept cookies or customize your preferences. You can change your decision at any time by following the link to our cookie settings tool at the bottom of the site.
- Block all cookies or only some cookies.
- Delete cookies that are already on your device.
- Set preferences for websites.
Disabling certain cookies may limit the functionality and performance of our website. Cookies that are known as “necessary” cookies are required for our site to function. These cannot be turned off in our systems.
How do we protect your data
Ayres Law Firm respects and protects your privacy and data. When a Site visitor provides information via cookies, Ayres Law Firm collects that information in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. Intermediary cookies are offered by Ayres Law Firm as a technical and organizational measure to ensure the right and lawful use of the information collected. Personal information obtained through the intermediary cookies is only used in the way described in this policy. We do not sell or otherwise transfer this information to a third party.
Length of time cookies are stored
Cookies on the Ayres Law Firm website may be stored for different lengths of time:
- Session Cookies – These short-term cookies are placed on your device while you are on our site, and are automatically deleted as soon as your browser is closed.
- Persistent Cookies – These cookies can be stored on your device for a predetermined period of time, or until you delete them from your browser. We use them to remember you and your preferences for future convenience, and to improve the quality of your future visits.
The specifics of how long each cookie lasts depends on what the cookies are used for, and the preferences of your browser or device. You can check on the respective expiration periods using your browser’s cookie tools.
The legal basis for cookie use
Ayres Law Firm processes information collected by cookies based on legitimate interests and, where applicable, your explicit consent. The following is a list of our cookie types:
- Essential cookies are needed for the functionality and performance of our website and do not need consent from the users to be set.
- We will ask for your consent to all other non-essential cookies before setting them on your device.
This will ensure we fulfill our legal requirement to comply with ongoing regulation, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and, as applicable, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Cookie use related to personal data
Most cookies are not personally-identifiable, but some may link to individual data provided through our website, such as data you submit via a contact form or request for consultation. We only use this data so that we may provide our services, respond to you, and improve your experience. We do not use cookies to gather information that is deemed particularly sensitive nor do we use it to create profiling or automated decision-making. More details on how we use your personal data can be found in our Privacy Policy.
Your rights and choices
- The right to be informed about the cookies we use and what we use them for;
- The right to request access to, correction or erasure of cookies-related personal data;
- The right to withdraw your consent to our use of those non-essential cookies at any time;
- The right to prohibit us from processing your information for analytics or marketing purposes.
To exercise any of the above rights or make a request relating to cookies and cookies-related personal data, please direct such requests to [email protected] or call (310) 549-3991.
Changes to our cookie policy
Ayres Law Firm reviews and revises this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect new technology, legal requirements, or changes in our business practices. Changes will be made on this page with a new revision date. We recommend that you read and reassess this policy from time to time to ensure you are knowledgeable about our policies and procedures regarding cookies and your rights. If we make significant changes, you will know by reading the prominent notice or notices on our website, or through direct communication with you if we deem it to be in order.
Frequently asked questions
- Must I accept cookies to use the features of the Ayres Law Firm website? You may browse our site without accepting non-essential cookies. However, your ability to use certain features or services may be limited or restricted if cookies are disabled.
- Are cookies allowing the transmission of my information to third-party sites? We do not sell, share or otherwise permit unauthorized third parties to capture your data. Certain data may be shared with trusted third-party providers (such as analytics platforms) solely in relation to our website and services.
- Where can I read more about privacy at Ayres Law Firm? To read specific information about what data we collect, how it is stored and how it is secured, please read our Privacy Policy or call our team.
Contact the Ayres Law Firm
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices, our team would be happy to assist you. Simply reach out for further information or support:
Ayres Law Firm
1234 Wilshire Blvd Ste 25
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: (310) 549-3991
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://ayres-law-firm.com/
This transparency and support for our clients extends throughout all of your interactions with Ayres Law Firm – both on and offline.
Conclusion: Our commitment to your privacy
You can trust us at Ayres Law Firm to provide not just excellent legal service, but also a safe, respectful, and convenient online space.
We have a Cookie Policy because we believe in informing our clients of the ways in which we try to protect their rights as well as their personal information. We intend this Cookie Policy to be part of our overall commitment to ensuring client empowerment, data integrity, and quality of service.
Thank you for placing your trust in Ayres Law Firm as your choice in legal counsel. As always, please contact us if you have additional questions.