Effective Date: January 26, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Matthias Scholl (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information obtained through this website (the “Site”).

By using this Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

a. Information You Voluntarily Provide

You may provide personal information to us when you:

• Contact us by email or through the Site
• Submit an inquiry
• Register for an event or mailing list
• Apply for a position

This information may include your name, email address, telephone number, company name, and any information you choose to provide in your message.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
• Referring website

This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies for website functionality and analytics.

2. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve the Site.

We use Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager to:

• Measure site usage
• Understand visitor behavior
• Improve website performance

These tools may collect information such as IP address, browser type, and usage patterns. Google may use this data in accordance with its own privacy policies.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

We do not use cookies for advertising, behavioral profiling, or sale of personal data.

3. How We Use Information

We use information collected through the Site to:

• Respond to inquiries and communications
• Provide legal and professional services
• Operate and improve the Site
• Maintain security and prevent misuse
• Comply with legal and ethical obligations

We do not sell personal information.

4. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose information:

• To service providers assisting in website hosting, analytics, or IT support
• When required by law, court order, or legal process
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of the firm or others
• In connection with a business transaction (e.g., merger or reorganization)

We do not disclose personal information for marketing purposes by third parties.

5. No Attorney–Client Relationship

Use of this Site or submission of information through it does not create an attorney–client relationship. Please do not submit confidential or time-sensitive information unless an attorney–client relationship has been formally established in writing.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for legitimate business and legal purposes, including compliance with legal and ethical obligations.

8. External Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us through the contact information provided on this website.