O’Keeffe O’Brien Lyson Attorneys Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 30, 2026
1. Introduction
O’Keeffe O’Brien Lyson Attorneys (“the Firm,”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us online. This Privacy Policy explains how the Firm collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit our website, use our online forms, or otherwise interact with us through our website.
2. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected by the Firm via:
Our website and any related microsites or client portals
Online contact or intake forms and newsletter sign‑up forms
Email and other electronic communications you send to addresses listed on our site
Analytics and cookies used on our website
This Privacy Policy does not govern information the Firm collects in the course of legal representation that is subject to separate engagement terms, professional rules, and confidentiality.
3. Information We Collect
The Firm may collect information in the following categories:
Contact and identification information: name, mailing address, email address, telephone number, organization, job title, and similar details you choose to provide.
Matter or inquiry information: information you include in messages, intake forms, or documents you upload when you contact us about potential legal services.
Technical and usage data: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, pages visited, date and time of visits, and referring website addresses collected via server logs, cookies, and analytics.
Marketing preferences: your choices regarding receiving newsletters, legal updates, or event invitations.
The Firm does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or under 16 where required by local law)
4. How We Collect Information
The Firm collects information in various ways:
Directly from you when you complete our forms, in response to questions via email and ongoing written communications, or by phone.
Automatically through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies when you browse our website.
From third‑party service providers that support our website functionality, analytics, email delivery, or our website form processing.
5. How We Use Information
The Firm uses the information we collect in various ways, including:
To respond to your inquiries and provide information about our services.
To evaluate potential engagements and manage our client relationships.
To operate, maintain, secure, and improve our website and online services.
To send legal updates, newsletters, invitations, or other communications you have requested or that are permitted by law, with appropriate opt‑out options
To comply with our legal, ethical, and regulatory obligations and to protect our rights and the rights of our clients.
The Firm uses technical and usage data primarily to understand how our website is used, improve performance, and maintain security.
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use “cookies” and similar technologies (such as pixels and tags) to:
Remember your preferences and improve your experience
Measure website traffic and usage patterns
Maintain security and prevent misuse of the site
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent, but some features of the site may not function properly if you disable cookies.
Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before using non‑essential cookies.
7. How We Share Information
The Firm does not and will not sell your personal information.
The Firm may share information, to the extent necessary, with:
Service providers who assist with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, document management, or other business support, subject to confidentiality and security obligations.
Co‑counsel, local counsel, experts, or other professionals where reasonably necessary to provide legal services and permitted by professional rules
Courts, regulators, law enforcement, or other parties where required or permitted by law, court order, or to protect our rights, our clients, or others.
Where information is transferred to service providers or partners in other jurisdictions, the Firm will take appropriate steps to protect your information in accordance with applicable laws.
8. Data Security
The Firm uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from accidental loss and unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.
No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. The Firm reviews and updates our measures periodically to reflect evolving risks and best practices.
9. Data Retention
The Firm retains personal information for as long as necessary to:
Respond to your inquiries and maintain contact with you
Provide services and maintain business and legal records in accordance with our professional obligations
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and professional rules
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and our legal and regulatory obligations.
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights such as:
· Access: To request a copy of personal information we hold about you.
Correction: To request that inaccurate or incomplete information be corrected.
Deletion: To request deletion of certain information, subject to legal and professional obligations.
Restriction or objection: To object to or request restriction of certain processing.
Opt‑out: To opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the “unsubscribe” instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
The Firm will honor these rights where required by applicable law and may need to verify your identity before responding.
11. Third‑Party Websites
Our website may link to third‑party sites and services that are not controlled by the Firm.
This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third‑party sites, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices; you should review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
12. Changes to This Policy
The Firm may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of the Policy and, where required, provide additional
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
O’Keeffe O’Brien Lyson Attorneys
Attn: Privacy Policy Officer
720 Main Ave
Fargo ND 58103
Phone: 701-235-8000
Email: contact@okeeffeattorneys.com