Privacy Policy

as of December 20, 2025

ACM Law – Privacy Policy & SMS Communications Disclosure (Texas-Compliant)

Last Updated: December 20, 2025

ACM Law (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our contact forms, or communicate with us through SMS/text messaging.

By providing your phone number and opting in to receive SMS messages from ACM Law, you consent to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Any information voluntarily submitted through our website forms, email, or text messaging

SMS/Text Message Information

If you opt in to receive SMS messages, we may collect:

• Your mobile phone number
• Message content
• Timestamps and delivery logs

We do not sell, rent, or share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

• Communicate with you regarding your legal matter
• Send appointment reminders and scheduling updates
• Provide requested information or services
• Respond to inquiries and messages
• Maintain records as required for legal and ethical compliance

SMS/Text Communications

By providing your phone number, you agree that ACM Law may send you SMS messages related to:

• Case updates
• Appointment reminders
• Document requests
• Intake and consultation communications
• Important office information

Message frequency may vary.

3. SMS Consent, Opt-Out, and Consumer Rights

Opting In

By submitting your phone number through our intake or contact forms, scheduling systems, or by texting our office directly, you consent to receive SMS messages from ACM Law.

Opting Out

You may opt out at any time by replying:

“STOP”

You may also contact us by phone or email to request removal from SMS communications.

Message/Data Rates

Standard carrier message and data rates may apply.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We take steps required under federal and Texas law to safeguard personal information. Measures include:

• Secure electronic and physical storage
• Limited access controls
• Encryption where applicable
• Compliance with attorney-client confidentiality and Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct

Texas-Specific Data Safeguards (TITEPA & TDPSA)

We comply with the Texas Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act (Texas Business & Commerce Code §521) and the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (effective July 1, 2024) including:

• Maintaining reasonable procedures to protect personal identifying information
• Destroying records containing personal identifying information when no longer needed
• Providing timely breach notifications in the event of unauthorized access
• Providing Texas consumers with rights regarding access, correction, and deletion of personal data, where applicable

Although SMS is convenient, it is not a fully secure communication method. You may request alternative secure communication options at any time.

5. Consumer Rights Under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA)

If you are a Texas resident, you may have the right to:

Access Your Personal Data

You may request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and request access to that information.

Correct Inaccurate Data

You may request corrections to personal data that is inaccurate.

Request Deletion

You may request that we delete personal data we collected from you, subject to legal and ethical retention requirements for attorneys.

Request Information on Data Sharing

You may request information regarding whether your personal data is shared with third parties (we do not sell personal information).

Submit an Appeal

If we deny a data-related request, you may appeal the decision.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

6. Third-Party Service Providers (Including VoIP/SMS Providers)

We may use third-party vendors to facilitate:

• SMS delivery
• VoIP phone system operations
• Appointment scheduling
• Website analytics

These providers may access your information only as necessary to perform their functions. They are contractually prohibited from selling or using your information for unrelated purposes.

We do not sell, share, or transfer your personal information to unaffiliated third parties for marketing.

7. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Improve functionality
• Analyze website traffic
• Personalize your experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

9. Data Retention (Texas Requirements)

Consistent with Texas professional ethics rules, we retain client files and communications—including SMS conversations—only as long as necessary to:

• Comply with legal and ethical obligations
• Maintain complete client records
• Fulfill communication or billing needs

When records are no longer required, they are destroyed in compliance with Texas Business & Commerce Code §521.052.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be noted with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise any privacy rights under Texas law, contact: