Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 2, 2025

Block | Reid (“Block | Reid,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about visitors to chicagofamilylawyer.com and related pages we control (the “Site”), as well as information you provide to us offline. By using the Site, you agree to this Policy and our Terms of Use.

1) What We Collect

a) Information you provide

• Contact details: name, email, phone, organization, county, and message content (e.g., via “Schedule a Consultation,” contact forms, events, or newsletter sign-ups).

• Matter information: details you choose to share when requesting a consultation. Submitting information via the Site does not create an attorney–client relationship; do not send confidential or time-sensitive information.

• Preferences: communication and cookie settings.

b) Information collected automatically

• Device/usage data: IP address, browser type, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps, and approximate location (country/city level).

• Cookies & similar technologies are used for Site functionality, security, analytics, and (if enabled) advertising measurement. See “Cookies & Tracking” below.

c) Information from third parties

• Analytics/ads partners (e.g., Google): provide aggregated insights about Site traffic and campaign performance.

• Social platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, Google Business Profile): If you interact with our pages on these platforms, we will be able to see your activity.

• Payment processors: If you pay an invoice or retainer through a third-party processor, they collect payment details directly. We do not store full payment card numbers.

2) How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Provide, operate, secure, and improve the Site;

• Respond to inquiries, schedule consultations, and manage potential or current client relationships;

• Send administrative messages and (with your consent or as permitted by law) firm updates and event notices;

• Analyze Site performance and measure the effectiveness of communications and (if used) advertising;

• Comply with legal and ethical obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.

3) Sharing & Disclosure

We may share information with:

• Service providers (website host, email and form providers, analytics/measurement, payment processors, IT/security) under confidentiality obligations;

• Professional advisors and insurers;

• Law enforcement or regulators, when required by law or to protect rights, safety, or our clients;

• Successors in the event of a corporate transaction.

We do not sell personal information. We may “share” limited identifiers with advertising/analytics partners for cross-context measurement if such features are enabled. You can opt out via our cookie controls (see Section 6).

4) Legal Content & Confidentiality

Site content is informational only and not legal advice. Contacting us via the Site does not create an attorney–client relationship, and information submitted may not be treated as confidential unless and until we execute a written engagement agreement.

5) Data Retention

We retain information as needed for the purposes above, including recordkeeping, resolving disputes, and meeting legal/ethical obligations. Retention periods vary by category and context.

6) Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential functions (security, load balancing, form submissions);

• Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand traffic and improve the Site;

• Advertising/measurement (if enabled) to assess outreach effectiveness.

Your choices:

• Use our on-site cookies banner and select the “Manage” link to set preferences or opt out of non-essential cookies.

• Browser controls may block or delete cookies (Site functionality may be affected).

• Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

• Google Ads settings: adssettings.google.com

We respond to browser Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where legally required by treating them as opt-out requests for “sharing”/targeting cookies.

7) Your Rights & Choices

• Email: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in the message; we may still send transactional or administrative emails.

• Access/Update/Deletion: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we maintain, subject to legal/ethical obligations and retention needs.

• California residents: You may request (1) access/portability, (2) correction, (3) deletion, and (4) to opt out of “sharing” for cross-context advertising. We do not sell personal information. To exercise rights or opt out, use our cookie control,s or contact us (Section 11). We will verify requests (and authorized agents) as the law requires and may deny requests when an exemption applies (e.g., attorney work product, compliance records).

8) Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided information, contact us to request deletion.

9) Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical measures designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; use caution when sending information online.

10) Third-Party Links & Social Features

The Site may link to third-party websites, services, and social media features. Their privacy practices govern their sites; review those policies. Interactions on social platforms (likes, comments, messages) may be public or governed by those platforms’ terms.

11) International Users

We are located in the United States, and information is processed and stored here. By using the Site from outside the U.S., you understand your information will be transferred to and processed in the U.S. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards with our vendors.

12) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date reflects the current version. Material changes will be posted on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance.

13) Contact Us

Block | Reid
120 N LaSalle St, Suite 2150
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 853-8000
Fax: (312) 853-8008
Email: inquiry@blockreid.com

For privacy requests, please include your name, contact information, your relationship to Block | Reid, and the nature of your request. If you are an authorized agent, include proof of authorization.