Privacy Policy for The Law Office of Mark T. Stewart, LLC

Last Updated: 08-14-2025

The Law Office of Mark T. Stewart, LLC (“The Law Office,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit https://lawofficemts.com, engage with our services, or communicate with us, including via SMS text messages.

By using our website or providing your information, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Data Controller

The Law Office of Mark T. Stewart, LLC is the data controller of your personal data.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us, complete forms, request legal services, sign up for our newsletter, or opt in to receive text messages, you may provide:

Name, address, email, and phone number
Payment information (if applicable)
Any other personal information you choose to share

b. Device and Usage Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

Browser type, IP address, time zone, and cookies
Pages you view, referring/exit pages, and site interaction data

c. Mobile Phone Numbers

We collect your mobile phone number if you:

Opt in to receive text messages
Provide your number via website forms, in person, or over the phone

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information to:

Provide legal services you request
Respond to inquiries and customer service requests
Send you SMS or email updates with your consent
Improve website functionality and security
Comply with legal obligations

4. SMS Text Messaging (TCR Compliance)

If you opt in to receive SMS text messages from us:

Opt-In Consent: By providing your mobile number and checking any applicable consent box (or otherwise affirmatively agreeing), you authorize The Law Office of Mark T. Stewart, LLC to send you text messages and notifications.
Message Frequency: Message frequency may vary.
Charges: Message and data rates may apply.
Opt-Out: Reply “STOP” at any time to unsubscribe.
Help: Reply “HELP” for more information.
Non-Sharing Statement: No mobile information, opt-in data, or consent will be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
Third-Party Service Providers: We may use reputable third-party vendors to facilitate SMS delivery; they are prohibited from using your information for any purpose other than sending authorized messages on our behalf.
Retention: We retain your mobile number and proof of consent for as long as necessary to comply with legal requirements and industry standards. If you opt out, we retain minimal records solely to maintain compliance with The Campaign Registry (TCR) rules, then delete them after [X months].

5. Your Rights

If you are a European resident, you have the right to:

Be informed
Access your data
Rectify inaccurate data
Request deletion (“erasure”)
Restrict processing
Data portability
Object to processing
Avoid automated decision-making

To exercise these rights, email Attorney@LawOfficeMTS.com.

6. Information Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or mobile network is completely secure.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

8. Legal Disclosure

We may disclose your personal information when required by law or in good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

Comply with legal obligations
Protect your safety or the safety of others
Prevent fraud
Respond to lawful government requests

9. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us:

The Law Office of Mark T. Stewart, LLC
2600 Memorial Avenue, Suite 109
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Phone: 434-846-4640
Email: Attorney@LawOfficeMTS.com