MTG Legal Group, APC
2058 Elise Way,
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Phone: 805-280-5189
Website: mtglegalgroup.com
Last Updated: April 21, 2026
MTG Legal Group, APC ("we," "us," "our," or "the Firm") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of information provided to us by our clients, prospective clients, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the California Rules of Professional Conduct, applicable federal and state privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the ethical obligations governing the practice of law in California.
By contacting our Firm, using our services, or visiting our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect various types of information from and about you, including:
Personal Identification Information:
Name, address, telephone number, email address, date of birth, and Social Security number
Emergency contact information and family member details
Government-issued identification documents
Legal Matter Information:
Details about your legal situation, including facts, documents, and communications relevant to your case
Court records, police reports, medical records, insurance documents, accident reports, and other documents related to your matter
Information about opposing parties, witnesses, insurance carriers, and other individuals or entities involved in your legal matter
Financial Information:
Payment information for legal services, including credit card details, bank account information, and billing addresses
Information about income, assets, debts, business interests, and financial circumstances relevant to your legal matter, including matters involving asset division, spousal support, business disputes, or personal injury damages
Electronic Information:
IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
Website usage data, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8 below)
Communications:
Emails, text messages, phone calls, and other communications with our Firm
Voicemail messages and recorded conversations when permitted by law
2. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION
We collect information through various means:
Directly from you when you contact us, complete intake forms, provide documents, or communicate with us
From third parties including courts, opposing counsel, witnesses, expert witnesses, medical providers, employers, insurance companies, law enforcement agencies, and government agencies
From public records including court filings, property records, business filings, and other publicly available information
Automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website
Through research and investigation as part of our representation of you
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information for the following purposes:
Legal Representation: To provide legal services across our practice areas, including family law and divorce, business litigation, auto accidents, and personal injury matters. This includes evaluating your case, preparing legal documents, communicating with courts and opposing parties, and representing your interests at every stage of the legal process.
Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide case updates, send appointment reminders, and maintain ongoing communication about your legal matter.
Billing and Payment: To process payments, send invoices, and maintain financial records related to our services.
Legal Compliance: To comply with court orders, subpoenas, legal obligations, and applicable laws and regulations.
Record Keeping: To maintain client files and records as required by the California Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable law.
Website Improvement: To analyze website usage, improve functionality, and enhance user experience.
Security: To protect against unauthorized access, fraud, and other security threats.
Professional Responsibilities: To evaluate conflicts of interest and maintain our professional and ethical obligations.
4. ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGE AND CONFIDENTIALITY
Protection of Client Information:
As a California law firm, we are bound by the California Rules of Professional Conduct, which impose strict confidentiality obligations on all attorneys practicing in this state. All information relating to the representation of a client is protected by attorney-client privilege and the duty of confidentiality, subject to limited exceptions under California law.
We will not disclose confidential client information without your informed consent, except as required or permitted by law or the California Rules of Professional Conduct.
Limited Exceptions to Confidentiality:
We may disclose confidential information in the following limited circumstances:
To prevent a criminal act that the attorney reasonably believes is likely to result in death or substantial bodily harm, as permitted under California Business and Professions Code Section 6068(e)(2) and Rule 1.6 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct
To comply with a court order or other legal obligation
To establish or defend claims arising from the attorney-client relationship
To detect and resolve conflicts of interest
When you provide informed consent to the disclosure
5. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION TO THIRD PARTIES
We may share your information with third parties only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist with our operations, including court reporters, expert witnesses, accident reconstruction professionals, medical professionals, investigators, process servers, document management services, IT support, billing services, and service providers assisting with firm operations (such as IT support, case management, and administrative services). These providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
Legal and Court Requirements: We may disclose information as necessary in connection with your legal representation, including filing court documents, communicating with opposing counsel, serving discovery, and complying with court orders in matters pending in California state and federal courts.
With Your Consent: We may disclose information to third parties when you have provided informed consent.
Professional Consultations: We may consult with other attorneys or professionals to provide competent representation, while maintaining all applicable confidentiality obligations.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, client information may be transferred to the successor entity, subject to the same confidentiality protections.
6. DATA SECURITY
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:
Secure servers and encrypted communications
Password-protected systems and access controls
Regular security assessments and updates
Employee training on data security and confidentiality
Secure document storage and disposal procedures
While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information, and you provide information at your own risk.
7. RETENTION OF INFORMATION
We retain client information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and as required by the California Rules of Professional Conduct, applicable law, and our professional obligations.
Client files are generally retained for a minimum of five (5) years after the conclusion of representation, or as otherwise required by California law and applicable rules of professional conduct. After this period, we may securely destroy or anonymize information, unless continued retention is necessary for legal, accounting, or business purposes.
You may request the return or destruction of your file at the conclusion of representation, subject to our retention obligations and any applicable fees.
8. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website usage, and provide relevant content.
Types of Cookies:
Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security
Analytical Cookies: Collect information about website usage to improve performance
Marketing Cookies: Track browsing activity to deliver relevant advertising
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality. Our website may use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, which may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.
In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. We do not sell your personal information. If you wish to limit the use of cookies for targeted advertising purposes, you may adjust your browser settings or contact us directly.
9. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
California Residents:
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the following rights regarding their personal information:
Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the sources of that information, the purposes for which we use it, and the categories of third parties with whom we share it.
Right to Delete: You may request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions including our legal and professional retention obligations.
Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.
Right to Opt Out: You may opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. As noted above, we do not sell personal information.
Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You may request that we limit the use of sensitive personal information to purposes authorized by law.
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.
All Clients and Website Visitors:
Access: You may request access to your client file and the personal information we maintain about you.
Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 15. We may require verification of your identity before processing your request. Please note that certain requests may be subject to legal limitations, including attorney-client privilege and our professional obligations under California law.
10. MOBILE AND SMS TEXT MESSAGING
Consent and Message Types:
By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive appointment reminders, case updates, and time-sensitive communications from MTG Legal Group, APC. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
Non-Sharing Clause:
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing with subcontractors in support of services such as case management or customer service is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent. This information will not be shared with any third parties.
Opt-Out:
Text STOP to any message or call 805-280-5189 to opt out. For help, text HELP or contact our office directly.
Important Notice:
Do not send confidential or time-sensitive legal information via text message. Text messages do not create an attorney-client relationship. For urgent matters, please call our office directly at 805-280-5189.
11. COMMUNICATIONS FROM NON-CLIENTS
Important Notice: Contacting MTG Legal Group, APC does not create an attorney-client relationship. Information you provide before we formally agree to represent you is not protected by attorney-client privilege.
If you are not a client, we will use information you provide only to evaluate whether we can assist you and to respond to your inquiry. We will not use your information for marketing purposes without your consent.
Do not send confidential or time-sensitive information through our website contact form or unsecured email. If you have an urgent legal matter, please call our office directly at 805-280-5189.
12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
13. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our legal services and website are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
14. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. We will post the updated policy on our website and indicate the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document.
Material changes to this Privacy Policy will be communicated to active clients through written notice or email. Your continued use of our services or website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
15. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us:
MTG Legal Group, APC 2058 Elise Way Santa Barbara, CA 93109 Phone: 805-280-5189 Website: mtglegalgroup.com
16. CALIFORNIA-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with California law, including the California Rules of Professional Conduct, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and applicable state and federal privacy regulations.
California residents should be aware that we comply with Rule 1.6 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct regarding confidentiality of information, which provides broad protections for client information beyond those required by federal privacy laws.
MTG Legal Group, APC is licensed to practice law in the State of California. Our attorneys are members of the California State Bar. All legal services described in this Privacy Policy are provided in connection with matters arising under California law or pending in California state and federal courts.
If you have concerns about our privacy practices that we cannot resolve, you may contact the State Bar of California or the California Privacy Protection Agency, or seek other legal remedies as provided by California law.
State Bar of California 180 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94105 Phone: 415-538-2000 Website: calbar.ca.gov
California Privacy Protection Agency Website: cppa.ca.gov
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By using our services or contacting MTG Legal Group, APC, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services or provide us with your personal information.
The information on this website is for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this website should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Prior outcomes do not guarantee similar results.
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