Effective date: October 7, 2025
Introduction
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how The Network of Trial Law Firms, Inc. (“The Trial Network,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information. It also explains the choices you have about how we use your information and how you can contact us with questions.
We are committed to protecting your privacy whether you interact with us through our website, mobile applications, text messaging, email, or in person at our events. Please read this policy carefully so you understand how we handle your information.
About Us
The Network of Trial Law Firms, Inc. is a U.S.-based association of litigation law firms with its principal place of business at 5602 Marquesas Circle, Suite 205, Sarasota, FL 34233. We operate primarily in the United States and Canada, though we may occasionally have participants from other regions at our events.
What Personal Information We Collect
We collect personal information from you in several ways:
- Contact information: such as your name, job title, firm name, email address, mailing address, state bar identification numbers, and phone numbers when you register for events, subscribe to communications, or contact us.
- Registration information: details such as your professional role, firm affiliation, dietary restrictions, and session preferences when you register for events or participate in programs.
- Survey and feedback information: if you respond to surveys, questionnaires, or provide feedback about our programs and services.
- Usage and device data: such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring pages, and usage patterns when you visit our website or use our digital services.
- Information collected at events: including photographs, video, and attendee lists shared with other participants.
- SMS/text information: if you opt in to receive text messages from us, we will collect your mobile number and related preferences.
How We Use Your Personal Information
We use your personal information to:
- Provide and manage our website, services, and events.
- Register you for programs and manage participation in our events and services.
- Send newsletters, updates, and information about programs you request or that may interest you.
- Respond to your questions, inquiries, and support requests.
- Share event attendee lists or contact information with other participants when appropriate.
- Improve our website, events, and communications through analytics and feedback.
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud or other unlawful activity.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and those of others.
How We Share Your Personal Information
We may share your personal information in the following ways:
- With vendors and service providers who support our operations, such as website hosting, analytics, email and text communications, and event registration platforms.
- With members and event participants (for example, by including your name and contact information on attendee lists).
- As required by law, to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, or protect the rights, property, and safety of The Trial Network, our members, or others.
- In connection with a business transaction, such as a merger or reorganization, where your information may be transferred as part of that process.
We do not sell your personal information.
Your Marketing Choices
We want you to have control over how we communicate with you. You can:
- Unsubscribe from email marketing by using the “unsubscribe” link in our messages.
- Opt out of text messages by replying “STOP” to any message.
- Adjust your preferences by contacting us at [email protected].
We will ask for your consent before sharing your information with any third party for their direct marketing purposes.
Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze usage, and improve our services. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize your browser and remember preferences.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our website. We also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Learn more about how Google uses data here: https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/.
SMS/Text Messaging
If you opt in to receive text messages from us, we will send you messages about events, programs, or services. Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of text messages at any time by replying “STOP.” If your phone number changes, please update us to ensure your preferences are respected.
Data Retention
We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. We consider the nature of the data, why we collected it, potential risks from unauthorized use, and any applicable legal requirements when determining retention periods.
International Transfers
We operate primarily in the United States and Canada. If we transfer personal information outside of these countries (for example, when international participants attend our events), we will take appropriate measures to protect it and ensure that any such transfer complies with applicable data protection requirements.
Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to:
- Access the information we hold about you.
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Object to or restrict how we use your information.
- Withdraw your consent if we rely on it for processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Please check back periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:
Edd Schillay, Director of Operations
The Network of Trial Law Firms, Inc.
5602 Marquesas Circle, Suite 205
Sarasota, FL 34233
Email: [email protected]