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Terms of Service

Birch Hill Chambers LLC
Effective Date:  15 June 2025

 

  Welcome to the website of Birch Hill Chambers LLC (“Birch Hill,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website https://www.birchhillchambers.com (the “Site”) and all related legal services, content, and tools offered through it (collectively, the “Services”).

  By accessing or using our Services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms, including our Privacy Policy, Cookies Notice, and any other policies incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Services.

  1. Information and Legal Disclaimer: Birch Hill Chambers LLC is a set of chambers for advocacy and agency matters based in the State of New York, United States of America. Use of this website and/or contacting chambers does not create any client relationship with us. Nothing on this Site constitutes legal advice whatsoever, and is for informational purposes, solely.

  2. Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction to access and use our Services. If you are using the Services on behalf of an entity or organization, you warrant that you are authorized to bind that entity to these Terms.

  3. International Client Services: We welcome inquiries and engagements from clients located outside the United States of America. However:

    1. Jurisdictional Limitations: Birch Hill Chambers LLC provides advocacy and agency services only in accordance with the laws of the United States and jurisdictions where its advocates and agents are permitted.

    2. No Unauthorized Practice of Law: Nothing on this Site shall be construed as the practice of law in any domestic or foreign jurisdiction, and Birch Hill Chambers LLC does not purport to be authorized to practice law in any country around the globe.

    3. Cross-Border Representation: Engagements involving international elements may be subject to conflict-of-law rules and may require consultation with or referral to local advocates in your jurisdiction.

    4. Data Transfers: If you are located outside of the United States of America and provide us with personal data, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer, processing, and storage of your information in the United States of America, which may not provide the same level of data protection as your home jurisdiction.

  4. Acceptable Use Policy: You agree not to:

    1. Use the Site or Services in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation;

    2. Infringe on the intellectual property rights of Birch Hill Chambers LLC or third parties;

    3. Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any system or network;

    4. Use the Site to transmit spam, malware, or harmful content;

    5. Use automated scripts to collect information without permission.

  5. Intellectual Property Rights: All content, design, graphics, compilation, code, and software used on or incorporated into this Site are the property of Birch Hill Chambers LLC or its licensors and are protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, display, or exploit any content without express written consent from Birch Hill Chambers LLC. Any breaches of this policy shall be referred to the appropriate court of jurisdiction without notice.

  6. Privacy Policy: We care about your data. Our Privacy Policy* describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information, and includes your rights under laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU/EEA clients and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents. (To read the full policy, scroll to the section titled “Privacy Policy.”)

  7. Cookies Notice: We may use cookies to personalize content, analyze site usage, and enhance user experience. For full information on cookies used and your options for control, see the “Cookies Notice” below.

  8. Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

    1. The Site and Services are provided "as is" and without any warranty of any kind.

    2. Birch Hill Chambers LLC is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Services.

    3. We make no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content provided.

  9. Indemnification: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Birch Hill Chambers LLC and its attorneys, employees, and agents from any claim, liability, loss, expense, or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of your breach of these Terms or use of the Services.

  10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction: These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts for arbitration, solely,  located in New York County, New York, and you consent to their jurisdiction.

  11. International Users: You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and regulations.

  12. Changes to Terms: We may update these Terms periodically. If we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the “Effective Date” or by sending an email, if applicable. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance.

  13. Contact Us:

       Birch Hill Chambers LLC
       115 Forest Ave. Unit 61

       Locust Valley, NY 11560
       Email: privacy@bhchambers.com
       Telephone: +1.212.444.2670

 

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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2025

  We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

  1. Data Controller: Birch Hill Chambers LLC is the controller of your personal data under applicable laws, including GDPR (for EU/EEA clients) and U.S. privacy laws.

  2. Data We May Collect: We may collect:

    1. Contact Data (e.g., name, email, phone and other)

    2. Technical Data (e.g., browser type, IP address and other)

    3. Usage Data (e.g., page visits, click behavior and other)

    4. Communication Data (e.g., emails, forms submitted and other)

  3. How We Use Your Data That We May Collect: We may use data to:

    1. Provide our services

    2. Improve our website

    3. Comply with legal obligations

    4. Communicate with clients and prospective clients

  4. Lawful Bases for Processing (GDPR):

    1. Consent

    2. Contract performance

    3. Legal obligations

    4. Legitimate interests

  5. International Transfers: We may transfer personal data to the U.S. with appropriate safeguards under GDPR (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses and others).

  6. Data Retention: We may retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated, or as required by law.

  7. Your Rights: Under GDPR or other applicable laws, you have the right to:

    1. Access your data

    2. Correct inaccuracies

    3. Request deletion

    4. Object or restrict processing

    5. Withdraw consent

    6. Lodge a complaint

        Contact: privacy@birchhillchambers.com

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Cookies Notice

 

  We or our hosting company may use cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser.

  1. Types of Cookies:

    1. Essential: Enable core functionality.

    2. Analytics: Help us understand usage.

    3. Functional: Remember user preferences.

    4. Marketing: Track browsing habits.

  1. Managing Cookies: You can accept or decline cookies through your browser or via our cookie banner when visiting the Site.

 

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Your Rights (U.S. State Privacy Laws)

  1. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to:

    1. Know what personal information we collect

    2. Request deletion

    3. Opt out of sale/sharing of personal data

    4. Non-discrimination for exercising rights

       Submit requests to: ccpa@bhchambers.com

   2. Children’s Privacy: Our Services are not intended for users under 13 (or the equivalent age of majority in their            jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from children.

 

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Accessibility Statement

Birch Hill Chambers LLC is committed to accessibility and

strives to ensure our Site meets or exceeds WCAG 2.1 AA standards.

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