Secure Mark Attorneys ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy and is committed to handling personal data lawfully, transparently, and only for the purposes described in this policy. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the rights you have — including under the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR").
1. Data controller
For the purposes of GDPR, the data controller is Secure Mark Attorneys, reachable at info@securemarkattorneys.com or (925) 445-6024. For privacy-related requests, please use the email address above with the subject line "Privacy Request".
2. Information we collect
- Identification data — name, email, phone number, and any business or brand information you submit through our forms.
- Engagement data — the trademark, logo, slogan, goods, services, and supporting materials you share in connection with a filing.
- Technical data — IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and pages viewed, collected through cookies and similar technologies.
- Communications — records of messages, calls, and SMS exchanged with our team.
3. Lawful bases for processing
We process your personal data only where one of the following lawful bases applies:
- Consent — when you explicitly opt in (for example, marketing communications or SMS).
- Contract — to perform our services and respond to your requests.
- Legal obligation — to comply with regulatory, tax, and professional-responsibility requirements.
- Legitimate interests — to operate, secure, and improve our website and services, balanced against your rights.
4. How we use your data
- Prepare, file, and prosecute trademark applications with the USPTO.
- Communicate with you about your matter, including status updates and deadlines.
- Provide quotes, invoices, and process payments.
- Improve our website, content, and client experience.
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security incidents.
- Comply with applicable laws and professional rules.
5. Cookies and tracking
We use a small set of cookies. Strictly necessary cookies keep the site functional and cannot be disabled. Analytics and marketing cookies fire only after you provide consent through our cookie banner. You can change your preferences at any time using the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
6. Sharing your data
We share personal data only with: (a) the United States Patent and Trademark Office, where necessary to file or prosecute your application; (b) trusted service providers (hosting, email, payment processing) bound by appropriate data-protection agreements; and (c) authorities when required by law or to protect our legal rights.
7. International transfers
Our services are operated from the United States. If you access our site from outside the U.S., your data will be transferred to and processed in the U.S. Where required, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved transfer mechanisms for data originating in the EU/UK.
8. Data retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, to comply with our legal and professional obligations, and to resolve disputes. Engagement files are typically retained for at least seven years following the close of the matter.
9. Your rights
If you are in the EU, UK, or another jurisdiction with comparable laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten").
- Request restriction of, or object to, certain processing.
- Receive your data in a portable, machine-readable format.
- Withdraw any consent you have provided, at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
To exercise any of these rights, email info@securemarkattorneys.com.
10. Security
We use industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data, including encrypted transit, access controls, and limited employee access on a need-to-know basis.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the site after a change constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact
Questions, requests, or complaints about this policy can be sent to info@securemarkattorneys.com or by phone at (925) 445-6024.
