Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 29, 2026

The Habeas Project, PLLC ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit thehabeasproject.com (the "Website") or communicate with us.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully before using the Website. By using the Website, you accept and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

Important Note About Attorney-Client Relationship

Visiting this Website or submitting a contact form does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is only formed after we have agreed to represent you and you have signed a written representation agreement.

Information you submit through this Website may not be protected by attorney-client privilege until we have formally agreed to represent you.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Fill out contact forms or intake forms on the Website

  • Email us directly

  • Subscribe to receive updates or information

  • Communicate with us in any way

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and details about your case or inquiry.

Do not submit confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (such as Social Security numbers, credit card information, or detailed case information) through general contact forms. The Client Intake Form is designed to collect case-specific information, but even there, please only provide information necessary to evaluate your potential case.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages you visit and time spent on pages

  • Referring website

  • General location data

We collect this information through standard web server logs and analytics tools like Google Analytics.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Evaluate potential cases and determine if we can help you

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Provide legal services if we agree to represent you

  • Improve the Website and our services

  • Comply with legal obligations

We use automatically collected information to understand how people use the Website and to improve functionality.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about how you use the Website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand site usage.

You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of the Website may not function properly without cookies.

Third-Party Services

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use the Website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting Google's opt-out page.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes using secure servers and working with reputable third-party vendors.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Email is not a secure method of communication. Please do not send highly sensitive information via email. If you become a client, we will discuss secure methods of communication.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information:

  • With service providers who assist us in operating the Website or providing legal services (such as web hosting, email services, or case management software)

  • When required by law or legal process

  • To protect our legal rights or the rights of others

  • In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger or sale of the practice

All third-party service providers are required to keep your information confidential.

Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may send you information about our services or updates. You can opt out of these communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us directly at [email address].

We will never share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the information we have about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal and professional obligations)

  • Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email address].

For European Union Residents

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • The right to data portability

  • The right to object to processing

  • The right to withdraw consent

  • The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

We will retain your information only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or for other legitimate business purposes.

Children's Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at [email address].

Links to Other Websites

This Website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.

California Residents

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how it is used

  • Request deletion of personal information

  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (though we do not sell personal information)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email address].

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and notify you by posting the updated policy on the Website.

If we make material changes, we may provide additional notice, such as sending an email to the address you provided.

Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us.