Terms of Service

Permitted Use

You may use our website for the following purposes:

• Obtaining information about our legal services and practice areas
• Contacting us to enquire about potential legal representation
• Accessing general legal information and resources we provide
• Reading content we have published for informational purposes

Prohibited Activities

You must not use our website or services to:

• Engage in any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful activity
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission
• Impersonate Pembridge or misrepresent your affiliation with us
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users
• Use automated systems or software to extract data from our website

Access Requirements

Access to our website and services is subject to the following requirements:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to use our services
• You must have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• You must provide accurate and truthful information when contacting us
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials

Website Availability

Whilst we strive to ensure our website is available at all times, we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control. We are not liable for any unavailability or disruption of service.

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our website or services at any time without prior notice. This includes changes to features, content, functionality, or availability. We are not obligated to provide any particular service or maintain any specific content.

Geographic Limitations

Our legal services are provided in accordance with the laws and regulations of England and Wales. We are qualified to practice law in this jurisdiction and our services are primarily available to clients within the United Kingdom. International matters may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Updates and Improvements

We regularly update our website content, features, and functionality to improve user experience and provide current information. These updates may occur without notice, and we make no commitment to maintain any particular version or feature of the website.

Our Content Ownership

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, and software, is the property of Pembridge or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or exploit any content from our website without our express written permission.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. This licence does not permit:

• Reproduction or redistribution of website content
• Commercial exploitation of any materials
• Collection or use of product listings or descriptions
• Use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering tools

Trademarks

The Pembridge name and logo are trademarks owned by us. Other trademarks, service marks, and trade names appearing on the website are the property of their respective owners. Use of any trademarks without permission is strictly prohibited.

User-Generated Content

If you submit any content to us through the website (such as feedback, suggestions, or testimonials), you grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, modify, and display that content for our business purposes, subject to our Privacy Policy.

Account Responsibilities

If you create an account or client portal access with us, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account or any other security breach.

Account Suspension

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our website or services if you violate these terms, engage in prohibited activities, or for any other reason at our discretion. Suspension or termination does not affect your obligations under any existing engagement agreement.

Multiple Accounts

Unless otherwise agreed, you may only maintain one account with us. Creating multiple accounts without permission may result in suspension or termination of all accounts.

Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our website and services in a fair and reasonable manner. Excessive or abusive use that impacts service availability for other users may result in restrictions or termination of access.

Communication Guidelines

When communicating with us through the website or other channels, please maintain professional and respectful conduct. We reserve the right to cease communication with individuals who engage in abusive, threatening, or inappropriate behaviour.

Content Standards

Any content you submit must not be unlawful, defamatory, obscene, offensive, threatening, or infringe upon the rights of others. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these standards.