Terms of Use & Legal Disclaimers

Last Updated: March 24, 2026

1. Attorney Advertising Disclaimer

This website is operated by Leonard Legal, P.A., a Florida professional association, with its principal office located at 135 Jenkins St #105B-157, St. Augustine, Florida 32086. This website constitutes attorney advertising under the rules of The Florida Bar. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established through a signed engagement letter.

2. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Use of this website, including sending an email or message through the website, filling out the contact form, or interacting with the AI chatbot assistant, does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Leonard Legal, P.A., or any of its attorneys.

An attorney-client relationship is only formed when:

1. You and Leonard Legal, P.A. have executed a written engagement letter or retainer agreement;
2. The firm has completed a conflict of interest check; and
3. Both parties have agreed to the scope of representation and fee arrangement.

Until such a relationship is established, any information you transmit to Leonard Legal, P.A. via this website will not be treated as confidential or privileged. Do not send sensitive or confidential information through this website or the AI chatbot.

3. AI Chatbot Assistant — Terms of Use & Disclaimers

3.1 Nature of the AI Assistant

Leonard Legal, P.A. provides an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot assistant on this website as a convenience to visitors. The AI assistant is powered by third-party large language model technology and is designed to:

• Provide general information about the firm's services and practice areas;
• Share general, publicly available information about Florida family law processes, procedures, and terminology;
• Help visitors understand whether they may benefit from a consultation with our attorney; and
• Assist visitors in scheduling a consultation.

3.2 AI Assistant Limitations

The AI chatbot assistant cannot and does not:

• Provide legal advice or legal opinions;
• Interpret or apply the law to your specific facts or circumstances;
• Predict the outcome of any legal proceeding;
• Create an attorney-client relationship;
• Serve as a substitute for consultation with a qualified attorney;
• Guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information provided;
• Access court records, case files, or confidential information; or
• Represent you in any legal matter.

3.3 No Confidentiality

Communications with the AI chatbot assistant are not confidential and are not protected by attorney-client privilege. Do not share sensitive personal information, case details, financial records, social security numbers, or other confidential information through the chatbot. Information submitted through the chatbot may be processed by third-party AI service providers.

3.4 Accuracy Disclaimer

While we strive to ensure the AI assistant provides accurate general information, AI-generated responses may contain errors, omissions, or outdated information. The law changes frequently, and information that was accurate at one time may no longer be correct. You should not rely on AI-generated responses as a basis for legal decisions. Always verify information with a licensed Florida attorney.

3.5 Not Unauthorized Practice of Law

The AI chatbot is designed to provide general information only and is not engaged in the practice of law. The AI assistant has been programmed with safeguards to prevent it from providing specific legal advice or applying law to individual circumstances. If the AI assistant inadvertently provides information that could be construed as legal advice, it should not be relied upon, and you should consult directly with our attorney.

3.6 Consent to AI Interaction

By using the AI chatbot, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You understand the AI assistant is not an attorney and cannot provide legal advice;
• You will not rely on the AI assistant's responses as legal advice;
• Your communications with the AI assistant are not confidential or privileged;
• You consent to the processing of your messages by third-party AI service providers;
• Leonard Legal, P.A. is not liable for any actions you take based on AI-generated information; and
• You will seek the advice of a licensed attorney before making legal decisions.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability

This website and all information, content, materials, and services provided on this website are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy.

Leonard Legal, P.A. does not warrant that:

• The website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free;
• The information on the website is complete, accurate, or current;
• Any results described on the website are representative of future results; or
• The AI chatbot will provide accurate or complete information.

To the fullest extent permitted by Florida law, Leonard Legal, P.A. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this website, including but not limited to damages arising from reliance on information provided by the AI chatbot assistant.

5. Case Results & Testimonials Disclaimer

Any case results, statistics, or testimonials displayed on this website are not a guarantee or prediction of the outcome of any future case. Each legal matter is unique, and the outcome of any particular case depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific facts and circumstances, the applicable law, and the actions of all parties involved.

Client testimonials and reviews reflect the experiences of individual clients. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. The testimonials on this website may not reflect the results that any future client may achieve.

6. Florida Bar Compliance

Leonard Legal, P.A. is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida. This website complies with Rule 4-7 of the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar governing lawyer advertising. The content of this website has been reviewed for compliance with applicable Florida Bar advertising rules.

If you believe any content on this website does not comply with Florida Bar rules, please contact us at questions@leonardlegalpa.com so we may promptly address the issue.

7. Privacy & Data Collection

7.1 Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use this website:

• Contact form submissions: Name, email address, phone number, and any information you voluntarily provide about your legal matter;
• AI chatbot interactions: Messages you send to the chatbot and responses generated;
• Website analytics: Non-personally identifiable information such as browser type, device type, pages visited, and time spent on the site; and
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to improve your browsing experience.

7.2 How We Use Your Information

Information collected through this website is used to:

• Respond to your consultation requests and inquiries;
• Provide and improve the AI chatbot assistant;
• Improve the website and user experience;
• Comply with legal obligations; and
• Communicate with you about our services (with your consent).

7.3 Third-Party Services

The AI chatbot uses third-party artificial intelligence services (Anthropic Claude) to generate responses. Your chatbot messages are transmitted to and processed by these third-party providers. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

7.4 Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect information collected through this website. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7.5 Your Rights Under Florida Law

Under applicable Florida law, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us at questions@leonardlegalpa.com.

8. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by Leonard Legal, P.A. We have no control over the content, privacy practices, or availability of external sites. Inclusion of any external link does not imply endorsement.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Leonard Legal, P.A. or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this website without our express written permission.

10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in St. Johns County, Florida.

11. Changes to These Terms

Leonard Legal, P.A. reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this website. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Leonard Legal, P.A.
135 Jenkins St #105B-157
St. Augustine, Florida 32086
Phone: (904) 392-4573
Email: questions@leonardlegalpa.com