Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
A Commitment to Your Privacy
The Law Offices of Mary Kennedy, LLC recognizes that your privacy is important when seeking legal assistance for immigration. As your trusted legal advisors, we responsibly safeguard your personal information with the utmost seriousness. This comprehensive Privacy Policy details the measures we employ to protect your data and outlines how we collect, manage, and secure your information as we guide you through each step of your immigration process.
About Our Firm
The Law Offices of Mary Kennedy, LLC operates from multiple locations across Illinois, including Cook County, DuPage County, Schaumburg, Chicago, and Hillsboro. We serve clients globally through various communication channels while maintaining strict data protection standards.
Information We Collect
Essential Personal Information
- Full legal name and any previous names
- Birth information (date, place, country)
- Contact details (address, phone, email)
- Government identification numbers
- Current immigration status
- Passport information
- Employment records
- Educational credentials
- Family relationships and history
Supporting Documentation
- Identification documents
- Immigration records
- Educational certificates
- Employment verification
- Financial records
- Family documents
- Medical records (when relevant)
- Professional Credentials
Digital Information
When you use our website or online services:
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and settings
- Website interaction patterns
- Communication preferences
- Consultation scheduling data
How We Use Your Information
Primary Uses
- Preparing immigration applications and petitions
- Providing legal consultation and advice
- Managing your immigration timeline
- Communicating case updates
- Filing documents with government agencies
- Responding to official requests
- Maintaining accurate client records
Administrative Uses
- Scheduling appointments
- Processing payments
- Sending important notifications
- Managing client communications
- Maintaining case histories
- Ensuring compliance requirements
Information Protection
Security Measures
- Encrypted data storage
- Secure client portals
- Access control systems
- Regular security updates
- Staff security training
- Physical office security
- Secure document disposal
Professional Standards
- Attorney-client privilege protection
- Ethical compliance measures
- Regular privacy audits
- Data handling protocols
- Confidentiality agreements
- Professional conduct standards
Information Sharing
We share your information only:
- With your explicit authorization
- To process your immigration matters
- As required by law or court order
- With trusted service providers
- To protect legal rights
- To comply with legal obligations
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request data corrections
- Receive copies of your records
- Withdraw consent for marketing
- File privacy complaints
- Request data deletion (where applicable)
- Understand data usage
International Considerations
As an immigration law firm, we:
- Handle international data transfers securely
- Comply with global privacy standards
- Protect cross-border information
- Maintain international security protocols
- Follow relevant data protection laws
Data Retention
We retain your information:
- Throughout our representation
- As required by law
- Per professional standards
- According to regulatory requirements
- Based on business necessity
Special Categories of Information
Sensitive Data
We provide extra protection for:
- Medical information
- Religious affiliations
- Ethnic background
- Political opinions
- Biometric data
- Criminal records
Children's Data
We collect children’s information only:
- With parental consent
- When legally required
- For immigration purposes
- Under guardian authorization
Communication Preferences
You can choose how we:
- Send case updates
- Provide newsletters
- Share legal alerts
- Contact you
- Deliver notifications
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy to:
- Reflect service changes
- Meet legal requirements
- Improve privacy protection
- Address new technologies
- Enhance security measures
Contact Us
For privacy inquiries:
Law Offices of Mary Kennedy, LLC,
1750 E Golf Rd Ste 1138, Schaumburg, IL 60173, United States
Phone:(847)-220-1560
Compliance Statement
This policy complies with:
- Illinois Privacy Laws
- Federal Regulations
- Professional Ethics Rules
- Immigration Practice Standards