Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 16, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Knott, Ebelini, Hart, P.A. (doing business as Knott Ebelini Hart) (“the Firm,” “we,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal information through our website (www.knott-law.com) and related communications.

We respect your privacy. Your information will not be sold, shared, or disclosed to third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website or when you contact us or communicate with our attorneys. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you choose to share.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely for legitimate business purposes, including to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests you submit;
• Administer and improve our website and communications;
• Analyze site metrics and visitor behavior to manage and improve our SEO strategy and online performance; and
• Administer communications between clients and attorneys.

3. No Sale or Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing or other commercial purposes. We may disclose information only with your consent or when required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests.

4. Mobile Communications and Client Messaging

Knott Ebelini Hart provides certain attorneys with dedicated business phone numbers that allow clients to communicate with them by text message. These numbers are provided for convenience and professional accessibility.

Text messaging through these business lines is used solely for direct, person-to-person communication between the firm’s attorneys and their clients or prospective clients. We do not send automated, mass, or marketing text messages, and no subscription-based SMS programs are operated by the firm.

Any text messages exchanged are treated with the same confidentiality standards as other forms of client communication. We do not sell, rent, or share mobile numbers or text message content with third parties, except as required by law or with client consent.

Standard carrier messaging and data rates may apply when using text messaging.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies, including Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use our site and to improve its performance, search visibility, and content. These tools collect data such as IP addresses, browser types, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

This information helps us manage and enhance our SEO and marketing efforts. Data collected through analytics tools is aggregated and does not personally identify you. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.

For more information about Google Analytics, visit
Google’s Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

6. Online Payments

Our website may include a “Pay Now” feature that allows clients to pay invoices electronically through a secure third-party payment processor, Converge Pay. Knott Ebelini Hart does not collect, store, or have access to full credit card, banking, or payment account information entered through this system.

Payment transactions are processed directly by Converge Pay in accordance with its own privacy and security policies. We encourage you to review Converge Pay’s Privacy Policy before submitting payment information.

7. Data Retention and Record-Keeping

We retain client and contact information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law, the Florida Bar’s professional-conduct rules, and our internal record-retention policies. When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or destroyed.

8. Uploaded Documents and File Transfers

Knott Ebelini Hart may request that clients or other authorized parties transmit documents to the firm electronically using secure, encrypted file-transfer services such as ShareFile. These systems are operated by trusted third-party providers that maintain industry-standard security measures to protect files during transmission and storage.

Documents uploaded through such services are used solely for the purpose of providing legal services or carrying out related administrative functions. Access to uploaded materials is limited to authorized firm personnel involved in the relevant matter. We recommend that you use only firm-approved upload links provided directly by your attorney and avoid transmitting confidential information through unencrypted email.

9. Legal and Professional Disclosures

We may disclose information when required to comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or professional-conduct obligations, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the firm, our clients, or others.

10. Access and Correction of Information

You may request access to, or correction of, personal information we maintain about you by contacting us at info@knott-law.com. We will make reasonable efforts to comply with such requests in accordance with applicable law and professional-conduct obligations.

Please note that certain information may be retained to comply with legal, ethical, and record-keeping requirements of the Florida Bar and other applicable regulations.

11. Data Security

We maintain appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites, including professional associations or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. The “Effective Date” above will indicate the most recent update. Your continued use of the site after any update signifies acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and any disputes arising under it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Lee County, Florida.

15. Contact Us

Note: This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with general U.S. and Florida privacy standards and the Florida Bar’s ethical requirements. It may be updated periodically to reflect changes in applicable law or firm practices.

Please also review our Terms of Use for additional website conditions.