Effective Date: October 8, 2025
Introduction
Chaffe Law PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, https://chafelaw.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our site or communicate with us online.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1. Information You Provide
- Contact details: Name, email address, phone number, and any information you include when filling out forms or contacting us.
- Case information: If you request a consultation or submit details related to a legal matter.
- Communications: Copies of correspondence or messages exchanged with us.
2. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain data using cookies and analytics tools, such as:
- Your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs.
- Device information and general location (city/state).
This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries or consultation requests.
- Provide and improve our legal services.
- Maintain, operate, and secure our website.
- Comply with legal obligations or professional ethics rules.
We will never sell or rent your personal information.
Sharing Your Information
We may share information only in the following limited situations:
- With service providers: Trusted vendors who assist in website hosting, analytics, or communication (bound by confidentiality agreements).
- As required by law: If necessary to comply with legal process, court orders, or ethical duties.
- In case of business changes: If our firm merges or reorganizes, your data may transfer as part of that process, under the same privacy protections.
Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies or similar technologies (like Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
Data Security
We use reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
Your Rights Under Virginia Law
If you are a Virginia resident, you have certain rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), including the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
- Opt out of data processing for targeted advertising (not currently applicable on this site).
To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The revised version will be posted with an updated “Effective Date.”
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Chaffe Law PLLC
[Street Address]
Richmond, VA [ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]