Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 11/13/2025
Introduction
Mary G. Sancimino ("Attorney," "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 or use our legal services.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect includes:
Personal Data
Personally identifiable information, such as your name, mailing address, email address, telephone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide when you contact us or request legal services.
Legal Information
Information related to your legal matters, including estate planning and probate documents, financial information, family information, and other details necessary to provide legal services.
Website Usage Data
Information our servers automatically collect when you access the website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and pages viewed.
Use of Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide legal services and representation
- Communicate with you about your legal matters
- Process payments and maintain billing records
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal and professional obligations
- Protect against fraud and unauthorized activity
Attorney-Client Privilege
All communications and information shared in the context of an attorney-client relationship are protected by attorney-client privilege and professional rules of confidentiality. We maintain strict confidentiality of all client information in accordance with California Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable law.
Disclosure of Your Information
We may share information we have collected about you in certain situations, including:
- With Your Consent: We may disclose your information with your permission.
- For Legal Purposes: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or legal process.
- Professional Consultants: We may share information with other attorneys, experts, or professionals assisting with your legal matter.
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., document storage, payment processing).
Security of Your Information
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the information you provide, please be aware that no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against interception or misuse.
Data Retention
We retain client files and information in accordance with California Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable record retention requirements. Generally, we retain client files for a minimum of five years after the conclusion of representation, or longer if required by law or professional rules.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access your personal information.
- The right to request correction of inaccurate information.
- The right to request deletion of your information (subject to legal and professional obligations)
- The right to object to processing of your information
California Privacy Rights
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These rights include the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Mars Estate Law
Email: MSanciminoAPC@marsestatelaw.com
Phone: (415) 244-8774
Service Areas: San Francisco & Marin Counties, CA
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the 'Last Updated' date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
This Privacy Policy applies to legal services provided by Mary G. Sancimino, a California attorney licensed by the State Bar of California and Certified Specialist in Estate Planning & Probate Law.