Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
The San Gabriel Valley Bar Association (“Association,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website (the “Site”), register for events, sign up for membership, or subscribe to our newsletter.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, bar license number (if provided voluntarily), and similar identifying details.
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Payment Information: Credit/debit card details and billing address, processed securely by our third-party payment processor (we do not store your full payment card information).
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Event & Membership Information: Details related to your membership status, event registrations, and participation history.
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MCLE and Event Information: For MCLE programs and other events, we may collect limited information necessary for event administration, such as registration details and attendance confirmations. Attorneys are responsible for completing and maintaining their own MCLE credit certificates; we do not collect or report bar numbers or credit information. We may also gather anonymous event evaluations to help us improve our programs.
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Mailing List Preferences: Your subscription status and communication preferences.
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Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and Site usage data collected through cookies or similar technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
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To process and manage memberships, event registrations, and payments.
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To send you newsletters, updates, and other communications you have opted into.
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To provide event reminders, confirmations, and related information.
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To improve our Site, services, and member experience.
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To comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
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Service Providers: With trusted vendors who assist us in operating the Site, processing payments, or delivering services (e.g., payment processors, email service providers).
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Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or court order.
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Association Activities: With committee chairs or board members for purposes directly related to the Association’s mission and services.
5. Cookies & Tracking
The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and remember your preferences. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Membership and event records may be kept for historical or archival purposes.
8. Your Choices
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You may update your membership profile at any time by logging into your account or emailing us at help@sgvba.com.
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You may unsubscribe from newsletters by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us at unsubscribe@sgvba.com.
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You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or organizational requirements.
9. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Revised” date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
San Gabriel Valley Bar Association
P.O. Box 7085
Alhambra, CA 91802