Shute Law collects both Personal Information that you provide directly and Technical Information gathered automatically through your interactions with the Site. Some of this information may be collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies.

Personal Information may be collected when subscribing to a GRSM mailing list, registering for or attending an event, or submitting an inquiry through the Site. This information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Telephone number

• Social media handle

• State Bar membership number

• Technical Information collected automatically does not reveal specific identity and may include:

• Usage details

• Internet service provider

• IP address

• Browser information

Shute Law may use the information collected to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Send newsletters, client alerts, or other publications requested or that may be of interest

• Invitations to events hosted by Shute Law that may be relevant

• Confirm registration for events

• Send service information or administrative announcements related to the Site or Shute Law

• Administer, manage, or improve the Site and related applications

• Enforce Shute Law’s terms and conditions

• Protect rights or the rights of others

• Comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful inquiries from governmental authorities

• Or as otherwise disclosed to you or with your consent

Shute Law shares Personal Information and Technical Information under the following circumstances only:

• With third-party vendors, contractors, or other service providers who assist Shute Law in providing or managing services

• As appropriate to enforce the terms of this policy or as necessary to protect the rights, privacy, safety, or property of Shute Law, clients, or the public, as required or permitted by law

• With third parties as part of a reorganization, merger, acquisition, or other corporate transaction

• As required to comply with laws, regulations, subpoenas, legal processes, or requests from public or governmental authorities

• As otherwise disclosed to you or with your consent

Shute Law requires third-party service providers to adhere to strict data privacy and security standards and prohibits them from using any information received for any purpose other than as directed by Shute Law. Shute Law does not sell or disclose personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

You may have the following rights regarding your Personal Information:

• To confirm whether Shute Law is using or storing information and to obtain a copy of any information stored

• To request correction or updates if any information is inaccurate

• To restrict or limit how information is used, such as opting out of specific types of marketing messages

• To request deletion of information if consent is withdrawn or if you otherwise object to its use, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes

Depending on the state of residence, you may have additional rights regarding your Personal Information, such as:

• Knowing what Personal Information is collected and for what purposes

• Accessing Personal Information

• Requesting deletion of Personal Information (with exceptions)

• Correcting inaccurate Personal Information

• Opting out of specific uses of Personal Information

• Limiting the use of sensitive data

To exercise these rights, please contact Shute Law at resources@shutelaw.com. Shute Law will verify your identity before processing your request and is not obligated to fulfill a request that cannot be verified.

If located outside the United States, additional rights may apply, such as the right to access, correct, erase, or restrict the use of Personal Information. Consent to use Personal Information may be withdrawn at any time by contacting Shute Law. If assistance is needed in contacting local supervisory authorities, Shute Law can help locate their contact information.

To exercise these rights, contact us at resources@shutelaw.com.

Shute Law employs industry-standard encryption and technical, organizational, and administrative measures to protect the security of the Personal Information collected. However, no method of data storage or transmission can be guaranteed as 100% secure. While Shute Law strives to protect your information, security of information disclosed or transmitted over the Internet cannot be guaranteed.

Shute Law is not responsible for the privacy, information, or data security practices of third parties, including any sites linked from the Site. Links on the Site do not imply endorsement of the linked sites by Shute Law.

Shute Law is a United States law firm with its headquarters in Tennessee. For those located outside the United States, be aware that any information provided will be processed within the United States.

Shute Law retains information for the period necessary to achieve the purposes outlined in this policy unless notified that communications are no longer desired, or a longer period is required by law.

Shute Law may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects the last revision date. Material changes will be posted on the Site, and reviewing this page periodically for updates is encouraged.

The Site and related applications are intended for a general audience and are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. Shute Law does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If under 13, please do not submit any personal information to Shute Law.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact Shute Law at resources@shutelaw.com.