Identity of the Responsible Party

These Terms and Conditions of Use (the “Terms”) govern access to, browsing of, and use of the website https://palominoabogados.mx (the “Website”), owned and operated by Palomino Flores Hernández & Rodríguez Abogados (the “Law Firm”).

For purposes of data protection and privacy laws, the Law Firm acts as the Data Controller (Responsable del Tratamiento) under the Mexican Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties (Ley Federal de Protección de Datos Personales en Posesión de los Particulares – “LFPDPPP”), and as a business entity applying reasonable data protection and security standards consistent with applicable U.S. privacy regulations and industry best practices.

Access to and use of the Website implies full acceptance of these Terms and of the applicable Privacy Notice.

Purpose and Scope of the Website

The Website is intended to provide general, institutional, and professional information regarding the legal services offered by the Law Firm in commercial, corporate, administrative, civil, and related matters, including services relevant to companies operating in Mexico and the United States.

All content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, legal opinion, or professional recommendation under Mexican or United States law.

No attorney-client relationship shall exist unless expressly established through a written engagement letter or professional services agreement duly executed by the Law Firm and the client.

Authorized Use

Users agree to use the Website in a lawful, ethical, and responsible manner, in accordance with:

• The laws and regulations of the United Mexican States;
• Applicable federal and state laws of the United States, where relevant;
• These Terms;
• Generally accepted standards of professional, commercial, and corporate conduct.

Any use of the Website for unlawful, fraudulent, misleading, defamatory, or harmful purposes, or in a manner that could compromise the integrity, security, or availability of the Website or the Law Firm’s systems, is strictly prohibited.

Intellectual Property

All content displayed on the Website, including but not limited to text, publications, trademarks, service marks, logos, trade names, designs, images, audiovisual materials, software, structure, and source code (the “Content”), is the exclusive property of the Law Firm or is used under valid licenses.

The Content is protected by Mexican and United States intellectual property laws, as well as applicable international treaties.

No license or proprietary right is granted to users except for the limited right to access and view the Website for personal, informational, and non-commercial purposes.

Informational Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

The Law Firm makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on the Website is accurate and current; however, it provides such information “as is”, without representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Law Firm shall not be liable for:

• Decisions or actions taken based on Website content;
• Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from access to or use of the Website;
• Temporary or permanent unavailability of the Website;
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content;
• Content or services provided by third parties through external links.

Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites for informational or convenience purposes only. The Law Firm does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or security of such external websites. Access to third-party websites is at the user’s own risk.

Contact Forms, Communications, and Data Collection

Submitting information through contact forms or electronic communications via the Website does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Personal data provided by users located in Mexico or the United States shall be processed in accordance with:

• The LFPDPPP and its Regulations;
• The Law Firm’s applicable Privacy Notice;
• Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures consistent with U.S. data protection standards.

The Law Firm reserves the right to respond or not respond to inquiries and to determine whether further communication or engagement is appropriate.

Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Privilege

Information transmitted through the Website shall not be considered confidential or protected by attorney-client privilege unless and until a formal attorney-client relationship has been established in writing.

Users, particularly corporate users operating in Mexico and the United States, are strongly advised not to submit confidential, sensitive, strategic, or regulated information through the Website without prior express authorization from the Law Firm.

International Data Transfers

By using the Website and submitting personal data, users acknowledge and consent that their information may be transferred, stored, or processed in Mexico or the United States, as necessary for legitimate business and professional purposes.

Such transfers shall be conducted in accordance with the LFPDPPP, applicable U.S. standards, and the safeguards described in the Privacy Notice.

Amendments

The Law Firm reserves the right to modify, update, or discontinue these Terms, the Privacy Notice, or any aspect of the Website at any time and without prior notice.

Any changes shall become effective upon publication on the Website. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Mexican States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any dispute arising from access to or use of the Website shall be resolved:

• Primarily before the competent courts located in Mexico, as designated by the Law Firm; or
• At the Law Firm’s discretion, through international arbitration under UNCITRAL or ICC Rules, conducted in English or Spanish.

The Law Firm may seek injunctive or equitable relief before any competent court to protect its intellectual property, confidential information, or professional reputation.

Acceptance of the Terms

By accessing or using the Website, the user confirms that they have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and the applicable Privacy Notice.

If the user does not agree, they must refrain from using the Website.