📄 Privacy Policy — The Dribusch Law Firm

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Effective Date: February 13, 2026
The Dribusch Law Firm
187 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205
Albany, New York
Phone: (518) 227-0026
Email: cdribusch@chd-law.com

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Attorney Advertising Notice: This website may be considered attorney advertising under New York law. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. New York Rules require attorney advertisements to avoid false or misleading statements and include the lawyer’s or law firm’s name, principal office address, and telephone number. [nysba.org]

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1. Scope

This Privacy Policy describes how The Dribusch Law Firm (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects information through our website, contact forms, and email communications.
Client‑related information is governed by New York Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.6, which defines “confidential information” and strictly limits disclosure. [law.cornell.edu]

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2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

• Name, address, phone number, email

• Information submitted in initial inquiries

• Matter‑related details (protected as “confidential information” when applicable under Rule 1.6) [law.cornell.edu]

B. Automatically Collected Information

​We use:

• Google Analytics (traffic and usage data)

• LinkedIn Insights (advertising analytics)

• Standard web server logs (IP address, device, pages viewed)

Disclosures must be clear and conspicuous per FTC online advertising guidelines. [ftc.gov]

C. Information We Ask You Not to Submit Insecurely

​Please do not submit Social Security numbers, financial account credentials, medical data, or other “private information” as defined under the New York SHIELD Act unless provided in a secure manner. “Private information” includes SSNs, driver’s license numbers, financial account data with credentials, biometric data, medical information, or login credentials. [nysenate.gov]

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3. How We Use Information

• Responding to inquiries and assessing possible representation

• Providing legal services

• Improving website functionality

• Sending legal updates or marketing communications (opt‑out available)

• Fulfilling legal, regulatory, or ethical obligations

Client confidential information is used or disclosed only with informed consent, implied authorization for representation, or other permission allowed under Rule 1.6(b). [law.cornell.edu]

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4. Attorney‑Client Relationship

Submitting information through our website does not create an attorney‑client relationship. A relationship begins only after conflicts review and a signed agreement. We nevertheless safeguard information as required under confidentiality rules. [law.cornell.edu]

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5. Legal Authority & Compliance

• Confidentiality: Governed by New York Rule 1.6. [law.cornell.edu]

• Online disclosures: Must be clear and conspicuous per FTC .com Disclosures. [ftc.gov]

• SHIELD Act Data Security Requirements (GBL §899‑bb): Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards required. [ag.ny.gov]

• Breach Notification (GBL §899‑aa): Notifications must go to affected NY residents and NY agencies referenced in the statute. [its.ny.gov]

Because we do not operate in NYC, the NYC Biometric Identifier Information Law does not apply.

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6. Sharing of Information

We may share information with:

• Secure service vendors (IT, analytics, email systems) compliant with SHIELD Act reasonable safeguard obligations for vendor oversight. [ag.ny.gov]

• Co‑counsel, experts, or contractors working on your matter

• Regulators or courts when required by law (consistent with Rule 1.6) [law.cornell.edu]

We do not sell personal or confidential information.

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7. Data Security

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards in accordance with the SHIELD Act, including risk assessments, employee training, access controls, and secure data disposal. [ag.ny.gov]

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8. Data Retention & Disposal

We retain matter files and personal information consistent with ethical rules and securely dispose of “private information” per SHIELD Act disposal requirements. [ag.ny.gov]

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9. Your Choices

• Email marketing: Opt‑out anytime using unsubscribe links.

• Cookies & tracking: See our Cookie Policy below.

• Corrections: Email cdribusch@chd-law.com for access or updates subject to privilege and legal constraints.

 

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics, performance, and marketing.
Disclosures must follow FTC requirements on placement, prominence, and clarity. [ftc.gov]

 

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. COPPA governs children’s privacy obligations. [ftc.gov]

 

12. New York Breach Notification

If a breach compromises NY residents’ private information, we will notify affected individuals and required agencies, including the NY Attorney General, NYS Police, and Department of State, in accordance with GBL §899‑aa. [its.ny.gov]

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13. Third‑Party Links

We are not responsible for third‑party websites or their privacy practices.

 

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically and will post the latest version here.

 

15. Contact

Privacy Contact:
Christian Dribusch
The Dribusch Law Firm
187 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205
Email: cdribusch@chd-law.com

 

🍪 Cookie Policy — The Dribusch Law Firm

 

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small files stored on your device to enable site functionality and analytics.

 

2. Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies

Required for site operation (security, performance).

B. Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site.
These cookies collect IP address fragments, page behavior, device type, etc.
Disclosures must be clear and conspicuous per FTC .com Disclosures guidelines. [ftc.gov]

C. Advertising & Marketing Cookies

We use:

• LinkedIn Insight Tag for advertising metrics and retargeting

• Email marketing tracking (open rates, link clicks)

 

3. How to Control Cookies

You may:

• Set your browser to block or delete cookies

• Use our cookie banner (if implemented)

• Opt‑out of Google Analytics via browser add‑on

 

4. Third‑Party Cookies

Third‑party tools (Google and LinkedIn) may set cookies according to their own policies.

 

5. Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically.