Cookie Policy

Cole Law Partners (“CLP”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website www.colelp.com (the “Site”). We use cookies and similar tracking technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to enhance your experience, improve Site functionality, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we employ, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy complements our Privacy Policy, which details how we handle personal information.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone) when you visit our Site. They store information about your browsing activities, such as preferences or session data, to make your experience more efficient. Other technologies, like web beacons or pixels, may perform similar functions and are included in this policy’s definition of “cookies.”

Cookies may be:

• Session Cookies: Temporary, deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.
• First-Party Cookies: Set by us (CLP).
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics).

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Enable core Site functionality, such as navigation, security, and access to content. These are necessary and cannot be disabled.
• Performance/Analytics Cookies: Collect data on how you use the Site (e.g., pages visited, time spent, referral sources) to improve performance and user experience. We use tools like Google Analytics for this purpose.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region) to personalize your experience.
• Marketing Cookies: Track browsing behavior to deliver tailored content or ads (e.g., legal updates or event invitations). We may use third-party services for targeted marketing, subject to your consent where required.

Types of Cookies We Use

The table below summarizes the cookies we may use, their purpose, and duration:

Cookie Type	Purpose	Examples	Duration
Essential	Enable Site functionality (e.g., page navigation, secure areas).	Session ID cookies, authentication cookies.	Session or short-term (up to 1 day).
Performance/Analytics	Analyze Site usage (e.g., page views, bounce rates) to optimize performance.	Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat).	Up to 2 years (e.g., _ga).
Functionality	Personalize your experience (e.g., remember preferences).	Language or region settings.	Up to 1 year.
Marketing	Deliver relevant content or ads based on interests.	Third-party ad pixels (if used).	Up to 1 year or until opted out.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as:

• Google Analytics: Collects anonymized data on Site usage (e.g., IP address, pages visited). See Google’s Privacy Policy for details.
• Marketing Partners: If we use targeted advertising or email campaigns, third-party providers may set cookies to track engagement. These are used only with your consent where required.

We do not control third-party cookies; their use is governed by the respective providers’ policies.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Visit your browser’s help page (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari) for instructions. Note that blocking essential cookies may impair Site functionality.
• Opt-Out Tools: For analytics, use Google Analytics’ opt-out browser add-on. For marketing cookies, opt out via email unsubscribe links or contact us.
• Consent Banners: Where required (e.g., under GDPR), we display a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Disabling cookies may affect your Site experience, such as limiting personalized content or access to certain features.

Do Not Track Signals

We do not currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals, as there is no uniform standard for compliance. However, you can opt out of non-essential cookies as described above.

Cookies and Privacy Laws

Our use of cookies complies with applicable laws, including:

• Massachusetts: We adhere to privacy obligations under Massachusetts law and professional ethics rules.
• California (CCPA/CPRA): You may opt out of “sales” or “sharing” of personal information (we do not sell or share for targeted advertising).
• GDPR/UK GDPR (if applicable): We obtain consent for non-essential cookies and provide transparency about data use.

See our Privacy Policy for details on your rights, including access, deletion, or opting out of data processing.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Updates will be posted here with the revised date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For questions about this Cookie Policy or to manage your preferences:
For questions or requests:
Cole Law Partners
Email: info@colelp.com
Phone: 617-356-0606

This policy is governed by U.S. law.