Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions for Legal Consultations
These terms and conditions ("Terms", "Agreement") are an agreement between The Advisory Legal PLLC ("Law Firm", "us", "we", or "our") and you ("Client", "you", "your"). This Agreement sets forth the general terms and conditions of your use of the legal consultation services provided by the Law Firm.
Consultation Services
The Law Firm offers legal consultation services in various areas of law, including but not limited to intellectual property, commercial contracts, and business law. These services may include one-on-one consultations, document reviews, legal advice, and guidance on legal matters.
Consultation Fees
Fees for legal consultations will be communicated to you prior to scheduling the consultation. Payment is due upon scheduling the consultation unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. Failure to pay may result in cancellation of the consultation appointment.
Advanced Flat Fee Payments
In the event that you opt for advanced flat fee payments for legal consultation services provided by the Law Firm, the following additional provisions apply:
Payment Terms: Advanced flat fee payments for legal consultation services shall be communicated to you prior to scheduling the consultation. Payment of the flat fee is due upon scheduling the consultation, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Use of Funds: Advanced flat fee payments shall be held in a trust account in accordance with the rules and regulations of the New York State Bar Association. The funds will be applied towards legal services rendered by the Law Firm on your behalf.
Refunds: Refunds of advanced flat fee payments shall be provided in accordance with the rules and regulations of the New York State Bar Association. Any unused portion of the flat fee payment will be returned to you promptly upon termination of the consultation services, subject to any deductions for services rendered up to the termination date.
Client Funds Management: The Law Firm agrees to maintain accurate records of all advanced flat fee payments received from you and to provide you with periodic statements detailing the use of the funds.
Compliance with New York Law: The Law Firm agrees to comply with all applicable laws and regulations governing the receipt, management, and refund of advanced flat fee payments under New York law, including but not limited to the rules and regulations of the New York State Bar Association.
No Interest: Advanced flat fee payments shall not accrue interest while held in trust by the Law Firm, unless otherwise required by law.
By opting for advanced flat fee payments for legal consultation services provided by the Law Firm, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these additional provisions, as well as the general Terms and Conditions outlined in the agreement.
Confidentiality
All information shared during the consultation, including personal and sensitive information, will be kept strictly confidential by the Law Firm and its representatives, unless disclosure is required by law or agreed upon by you.
No Attorney-Client Relationship
The legal consultation does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and the Law Firm. The consultation is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Limitation of Liability
The Law Firm shall not be liable for any damages resulting from the use of, or inability to use, the consultation services, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Changes to Terms
The Law Firm reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at info@theadvisorylegal.com.
By scheduling a legal consultation with the Law Firm, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
The Advisory Legal PLLC
222 East 68th Street
New York, New York 10065
info@theadvisorylegal.com