Privacy Policy

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 This Privacy Policy explains how the Probate Legal Assistance Clinic (the "Clinic"), an academic learning clinic at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California, collects, uses, shares, and protects information provided by individuals who visit our website or engage with our services. The Clinic provides limited pro bono legal assistance, offered in an academic learning environment by law students under attorney supervision, to self represented individuals in probate matters involving estates valued at five hundred thousand dollars or less.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information when you visit our website or submit an intake form:

• Personal Information. Name, contact information, details about a probate matter, and any information you choose to enter into our online forms.
• Technical Information. IP address, browser type, device information, and data collected through cookies or similar technologies.
• Submitted Documents or Attachments. Any files you upload or send to the Clinic through the website.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information you provide for the following purposes:

• To determine eligibility for Clinic services. 
• To communicate with you regarding appointments, document requests, and next steps.
• To review your matter for potential legal assistance. 
• To improve the website and Clinic operations. 
• To comply with legal or ethical obligations.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Clinic Partners and Collaborators. This includes attorneys, law students, supervising faculty, partner organizations, and the San Diego County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service when appropriate.
• Service Providers. Third party vendors who assist with website hosting, data storage, scheduling, or communication tools.
• Legal or Government Authorities. When required by law, court order, or ethical duty.

The Clinic does not sell your personal information.

Data Security

Information you provide to the Probate Limited Legal Assistance Clinic will be requested and stored in Clio, a secure practice management software used by the Clinic for intake, document management, and communication. Clio maintains industry standard security measures to protect stored information. We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no system is entirely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third Party Links

Our website may contain links to third party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.

Children’s Privacy

The Clinic does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of thirteen except when such information is necessary for evaluating or assisting with a probate matter, such as when a minor is a beneficiary or other interested party. Any information collected regarding a minor is used solely for purposes related to the probate matter and is handled with appropriate confidentiality and care.

Your Choices and Rights

You may request to review, update, or delete information you have provided to the Clinic. Some information may be retained as required by law or ethical obligations.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Clinical Programs - Thomas Jefferson School of Law

(619) 961-4292

clinicalprograms@tjsl.edu