{"id":1560,"date":"2024-11-16T21:36:49","date_gmt":"2024-11-17T03:36:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nhslawfirm.com\/?page_id=1560"},"modified":"2025-08-11T15:31:43","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T20:31:43","slug":"news-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nhslawfirm.com\/?page_id=1560","title":{"rendered":"T&amp;C"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1560\" class=\"elementor elementor-1560\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-marvy_enable_drop_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_fancy_rotate=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_flying_object=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_ripples_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_waves_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_rings_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_topology_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_gradient_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_snow_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_firework_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_cloud_animation=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-041873f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"041873f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbafd93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"cbafd93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-marvy_enable_drop_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_fancy_rotate=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_flying_object=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_ripples_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_waves_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_rings_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_topology_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_gradient_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_snow_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_firework_animation=\"false\" data-marvy_enable_cloud_animation=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae036f6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ae036f6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0ef26bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0ef26bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><strong>Terms and Conditions<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> Saturday, November 16, 2024<br><strong>Last Updated:<\/strong> Saturday, November 17, 2024<\/p>\n<p>Welcome to NHS Law Firm (&#8220;the Firm&#8221;). These Terms and Conditions (\u201cT&amp;Cs\u201d) govern your access to and use of our services. By engaging our services, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, you may not use our services. These T&amp;Cs include details about our use of the <strong>Clio platform<\/strong> and other operational policies to ensure compliance and clarity.<\/p>\n<p>For any inquiries or to book an appointment, please contact us using the details below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhslawfirm.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">www.nhslawfirm.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Phone: (662) 501-8580 Text: (901) 359-0764<\/li>\n<li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:natalie@nhslawfirm.com\" rel=\"noopener\">natalie@nhslawfirm.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>1. Legal Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>1.1 The Firm provides legal services, including but not limited to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Estate planning<\/li>\n<li>Probate<\/li>\n<li>Conservatorships<\/li>\n<li>Tax law<\/li>\n<li>Asset protection<\/li>\n<li>Real estate transactions<\/li>\n<li>Business entity formation<\/li>\n<li>Contract law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>1.2 An attorney-client relationship is established solely through a formal, written engagement agreement signed by both the client and the Firm. Initial inquiries, phone calls, or consultations do not form such a relationship.<\/p>\n<p>1.3 All legal advice is tailored to specific circumstances and governed by the applicable laws of Mississippi and Tennessee, unless otherwise specified in the engagement agreement.<\/p>\n<p>1.4 The Firm reserves the right to decline legal services, including when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conflicts of interest arise.<\/li>\n<li>The matter is deemed unsuitable for representation.<\/li>\n<li>Capacity or legal ethics prevent engagement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>2. Attorney-Client Relationship<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>2.1 The engagement agreement governs the scope of services, fees, obligations, and responsibilities between the Firm and the client.<\/p>\n<p>2.2 Communication is protected under attorney-client privilege and confidentiality, except where disclosure is required by law, court order, or with the client\u2019s consent.<\/p>\n<p>2.3 Termination of the relationship is subject to applicable legal and ethical obligations (see Section 6).<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>3. Fees, Costs, and Payments<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>3.1 Legal fees are based on the complexity, time commitment, and nature of the legal services provided, as detailed in the engagement agreement.<\/p>\n<p>3.2 Retainers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Retainers are held in a client trust account and applied to fees and costs as they accrue.<\/li>\n<li>Clients are required to replenish retainers when notified by the Firm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3.3 Expenses:<br>Clients are responsible for reimbursing out-of-pocket costs, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Court filing fees<\/li>\n<li>Courier fees<\/li>\n<li>Expert witness costs<\/li>\n<li>Third-party vendor expenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3.4 Payment Terms:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Payments are due upon receipt of invoices.<\/li>\n<li>Late payments may incur interest at [Insert Rate]% per month or the maximum allowable by law.<\/li>\n<li>Persistent non-payment may result in suspension or termination of services after written notice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3.5 Refunds:<br>Unused retainer funds will be refunded to the client within a reasonable time after settlement of outstanding fees or costs.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>4. Use of Clio and Digital Platforms<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>4.1 <strong>Clio<\/strong> is the Firm\u2019s chosen legal practice management platform and is used for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Secure document management and sharing.<\/li>\n<li>Confidential communication via a client portal.<\/li>\n<li>Billing and payment processing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>4.2 Client Consent:<br>By engaging the Firm\u2019s services, clients consent to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use of Clio for communication, billing, and case management.<\/li>\n<li>Secure storage of their data within Clio\u2019s platform, which adheres to stringent data protection standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>4.3 Clio\u2019s Security Compliance:<br>Clio employs industry-leading encryption and security protocols. Clients can review Clio\u2019s privacy policy at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clio.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Clio Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>4.4 Client Responsibilities:<br>Clients are responsible for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keeping their login credentials confidential.<\/li>\n<li>Using secure internet connections to access the Clio platform.<\/li>\n<li>Reporting unauthorized access or suspected breaches immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>5. Client Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>5.1 Clients must provide timely, accurate, and complete information necessary for effective legal representation.<\/p>\n<p>5.2 Clients must promptly notify the Firm of any material changes to their situation or contact details.<\/p>\n<p>5.3 Failure to cooperate, provide required information, or fulfill obligations may result in adverse outcomes or withdrawal of representation by the Firm.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>6. Termination of Representation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>6.1 Termination by Either Party:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clients or the Firm may terminate the engagement at any time, subject to ethical and legal obligations.<\/li>\n<li>Termination requires written notice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>6.2 Obligations Upon Termination:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Firm will transfer all case-related files and return unused retainer funds after deducting outstanding costs or fees.<\/li>\n<li>Clients remain responsible for any fees or expenses incurred up to the date of termination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>7. Confidentiality and Data Privacy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>7.1 Confidentiality:<br>The Firm is committed to protecting client confidentiality under the Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable laws.<\/p>\n<p>7.2 Digital Security:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Client communications through Clio or email are protected by encryption.<\/li>\n<li>While reasonable efforts are made to secure electronic data, the Firm cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access due to the inherent risks of electronic communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>7.3 Disclosure:<br>The Firm will not disclose client information without consent, except when required by law or court order.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>8.1 No Guarantee of Results:<br>The Firm does not guarantee specific outcomes or results, as legal matters are inherently unpredictable.<\/p>\n<p>8.2 Limitation of Liability:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Firm\u2019s liability for any claim is limited to the amount paid by the client for services in the preceding 12 months.<\/li>\n<li>The Firm is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>8.3 Third-Party Actions:<br>The Firm is not responsible for delays or outcomes caused by third parties, unforeseen events, or force majeure (e.g., natural disasters, technical disruptions).<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>9. Dispute Resolution<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>9.1 Good-Faith Resolution:<br>Disputes arising from the Firm\u2019s services must first be addressed through good-faith negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>9.2 Mediation and Arbitration:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If negotiations fail, disputes will proceed to mediation or binding arbitration in Mississippi or Tennessee, as applicable.<\/li>\n<li>Arbitration will follow the rules of [Insert Arbitration Organization].<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>9.3 Governing Law:<br>These T&amp;Cs are governed by the laws of Mississippi and Tennessee, based on the jurisdiction of the matter.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>10. Modifications to Terms and Conditions<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>10.1 The Firm reserves the right to modify these T&amp;Cs at its discretion. Updates will be published on the Firm\u2019s website and communicated to active clients.<\/p>\n<p>10.2 Continued use of the Firm\u2019s services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>11. Severability<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If any provision of these T&amp;Cs is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong>12. Contact Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>For inquiries or to schedule an appointment:<\/p>\n<p><strong>NHS Law Firm<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhslawfirm.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">www.nhslawfirm.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:natalie@nhslawfirm.com\" rel=\"noopener\">natalie@nhslawfirm.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Phone: Appointment Only (Contact via Website or Email)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h3><strong>Acknowledgment<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>By engaging NHS Law Firm, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions, including the use of Clio for communication, billing, and case management.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Terms and Conditions Effective Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024Last Updated: Saturday, November 17, 2024 Welcome to NHS Law Firm (&#8220;the 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