Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website or engaging our legal services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

No Attorney-Client Relationship

Important: Viewing this website, sending us an email, or calling our office does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is established only after:

• We have agreed to represent you
• We have conducted a conflict of interest check
• You have signed an engagement letter or retainer agreement
• Any required retainer has been paid

Until an attorney-client relationship is formally established, any information you provide is not protected by attorney-client privilege.

Legal Advice Disclaimer

The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Laws vary by state and change frequently. The information presented may not reflect the most current legal developments and may not apply to your specific situation.

You should not act or rely on any information on this website without seeking the advice of qualified legal counsel.

Scope of Practice

Ozark Trust and Estate is licensed to practice law in Arkansas. We do not provide legal advice regarding the laws of other states unless specifically noted. If your legal matter involves the laws of another jurisdiction, we may refer you to qualified counsel in that jurisdiction.

Website Use

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable local, state, or federal laws
• Transmit or upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use automated systems to access our website without permission
• Interfere with the proper functioning of our website
• Collect or harvest information from our website for commercial purposes

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Ozark Trust and Estate or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

Client Services Terms

Engagement

Legal services are provided only pursuant to a signed engagement letter or retainer agreement that will specify the scope of representation, fees, and other terms specific to your matter.

Fees and Payment

Our fees are as specified in your engagement letter. Payment terms, including any required retainer, will be detailed in your agreement. Failure to pay fees when due may result in withdrawal from representation, subject to applicable ethical rules.

Confidentiality

We maintain the confidentiality of all client information as required by attorney-client privilege and professional conduct rules. However, we may be required to disclose information in certain circumstances as mandated by law or court order.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ozark Trust and Estate shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total liability for any claims arising from our services shall not exceed the amount of fees actually paid to us for the specific services giving rise to the claim.

Professional Standards

Our practice is governed by the Arkansas Rules of Professional Conduct. In the event of any conflict between these Terms of Service and applicable professional conduct rules, the professional conduct rules shall control.

Communications

Electronic communications, including email, are not always secure. Confidential or sensitive information should not be sent via unencrypted email. We will provide secure communication methods for sensitive matters when appropriate.

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from us regarding your legal matters and occasional updates about our services. You may opt out of promotional communications at any time.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or control these third parties and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of service. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms of Service or our legal services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except for disputes involving professional malpractice claims, which may be subject to different procedures as required by law.

The arbitration shall take place in Benton County, Arkansas, and Arkansas law shall govern these terms and any disputes.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms of Service at any time by posting updated terms on our website. Your continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: