Effective Date: January 10, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Bivalacqua, Gelé & Ellis (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit https://bivlaw.com (the “Site”).

Information We Collect

Information you provide

When you contact us through the Site, we may collect information you submit, such as your name, email address, phone number, and the content of your message.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Bivalacqua, Gelé + Ellis is a U.S.-based law firm providing legal representation and advisory services. SMS messaging is used strictly for informational and conversational purposes with existing clients only, including appointment confirmations, scheduling coordination, case updates, document requests, and responses to client-initiated inquiries.

    No marketing, advertising, or promotional messages are sent. No mobile information will be shared with third partries/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.  All the stated categories in this privacy policy exclude text messagin originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties..

    All messaging is directly related to an active legal matter or existing attorney–client relationship and complies with TCPA and CTIA guidelines.Respond to inquiries and communicate with you

  • We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
  • We maintain your attorney-client privilege at all times.

Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site and understand how visitors use it. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

We may use analytics services to help analyze Site traffic and usage.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:

  • With service providers who help us operate the Site (hosting, security, analytics), subject to appropriate safeguards
  • If required by law, court order, or legal process
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others

Communications and Attorney–Client Relationship

Contacting us through this Site or by email does not create an attorney–client relationship. Please do not send confidential information until an attorney–client relationship has been established in writing.

Your Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information by contacting us using the information below, subject to legal and professional obligations.

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” above reflects the most recent update.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Bivalacqua, Gelé & Ellis 650 Poydras St., Suite 2200, New Orleans, LA 70130 Phone: 504-648-1858 Email: [email protected]