Our Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7/25/25
Organization: The Law Offices of John Y. Lee
Website: https://johnleee.legalpractice.biz

The Law Offices of John Y. Lee (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit our site or interact with us via web, SMS, or third-party platforms.


Who We Are

Our website address is: https://johnleee.legalpractice.biz.
This site is operated by The Law Offices of John Y. Lee.
You may contact us at:

Email: criminal.attorney@att.net
Phone: (213) 489-7361
Mailing Address: 800 W. 6th Street Ste 1410 Los Angeles, CA 90017


What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect data to provide legal services, respond to inquiries, support client communications (including SMS), fulfill transactions, and comply with legal obligations. Data is collected in the following ways:


Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect:

  • Comment form data

  • IP address

  • Browser user agent string (for spam detection)

If you use Gravatar, an anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar. Gravatar Privacy Policy


Media

If you upload images, avoid including location (EXIF GPS) data. Uploaded files may be publicly accessible.


Contact Forms

When submitting a contact form, we may collect:

  • Name, email, phone number, message content
    This data is used only for customer service and not shared for marketing unless explicitly consented.

SMS Communications

When you opt into SMS updates:

  • We collect and store your phone number and preferences.

  • SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.

  • Message frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply.

  • Text STOP to unsubscribe. Text HELP for assistance.


Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Remember user preferences and logins

  • Track cart contents (WooCommerce)

  • Analyze site usage (Analytics)

  • Support embedded content (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)

Details are in the “Cookies” section below.


Analytics

We use tools such as Google Analytics to understand website usage. Data may include:

  • Pages visited

  • Location (general)

  • Device/browser info

Opt-out: Google Opt-out Tool


Shopping Cart Data

When shopping on our website, we collect:

  • Products viewed

  • IP address, browser type

  • Shipping address and billing details

  • Order history and transaction status

We store this data:

  • For legal/tax reasons (typically 7–10 years)

  • To fulfill orders, issue receipts, and prevent fraud

Payments:
Payments are processed securely via [PayPal or other provider].
PayPal Privacy Policy


The Events Calendar

When submitting or importing events:

  • We may store event, venue, and organizer details including name, contact info, and location.

  • Events imported from external sources (like Eventbrite) may include metadata and attendee info.

APIs used may include:

  • Google Maps, Eventbrite, PayPal, Meetup, Zoom

Data is retained unless removed manually or upon request.


Website Sliders & Third-Party Embeds

YouTube

May collect your IP and usage data. YouTube Privacy

Vimeo

May collect IP and device information. Vimeo Privacy

Google Fonts

Loads fonts from Google servers, potentially logging your IP. Google Privacy

SoundCloud

If embedded, may link visits to your SoundCloud profile. SoundCloud Privacy


Who We Share Your Data With

We only share data with:

  • Hosting, analytics, email/SMS providers, and legal authorities as required

  • Payment processors (e.g., PayPal) for secure transactions

We do not sell personal data or share SMS consent.


How Long We Retain Your Data

Data Type Retention Period
Comments & metadata Indefinitely
Contact form submissions 6–12 months
Purchase records 7–10 years (legal compliance)
Analytics logs 12–24 months (unless anonymized sooner)
Event & calendar content Indefinitely (until manually deleted)

What Rights You Have Over Your Data

You may:

  • Request a copy of your personal data

  • Request that we delete your personal data

  • Opt out of marketing or SMS communications

To exercise your rights, contact: criminal.attorney@att.net


Where Your Data Is Sent

Some data may be processed or stored in the U.S. or other countries via:

  • Hosting providers

  • Email/SMS vendors

  • Embedded third-party platforms

We ensure protections under contractual agreements, privacy frameworks, or equivalent legal standards.


How We Protect Your Data

We use:

  • HTTPS/SSL encryption

  • Server security and firewalls

  • Role-based user access

  • 2FA (two-factor authentication) where possible


What Data Breach Procedures We Have

If a breach occurs, we will:

  • Notify affected users promptly

  • Document the event

  • Take remedial action and report to authorities where required


What Third Parties We Receive Data From

We may receive user data from:

  • Payment processors

  • Event services (e.g., Eventbrite)

  • Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)


Automated Decision-Making / Profiling

We may use automated systems to:

  • Recommend services based on prior visits

  • Segment email recipients by behavior (if consented)

No automated decisions affect legal or financial standing without human review.


Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements

As a licensed law office, we adhere to:

  • State Bar privacy obligations

  • Attorney-client privilege laws

  • Data retention and ethical rules for legal professionals


Contact Information

For privacy inquiries or data requests:

The Law Offices of John Y. Lee
Email: criminal.attorney@att.net
Phone: (213) 489-7361
Mailing Address: 800 W. 6th Street Ste 1410 Los Angeles, CA 90017