Website Terms & Conditions & Legal Disclaimers
Effective Date: July 23, 2026
Please read these Terms & Conditions carefully before using this website. By accessing or using any part of this website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree to all of the terms, you must immediately discontinue your use of this website.
1. Attorney Advertising Notice (New York & Florida)
In accordance with the New York Rules of Professional Conduct (Rule 7.1) and The Florida Bar (Rule 4-7), this website constitutes Attorney Advertising.
- Prior Results: Any summaries, case descriptions, or testimonials concerning prior legal matters do not guarantee, warrant, or predict a similar outcome for your specific legal issue.
- Responsible Attorney: The attorney responsible for the content of this website is Anthony C. Santopolo Jr., Esq.
- Bona Fide Physical Offices: This firm operates physical office locations at:
- New York Office: 300 International Drive, Ste 100, Buffalo, NY 14221
2. No Attorney-Client Relationship
Your use of this website, including browsing its content, downloading forms, or reading informational materials, does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Santopolo Law, PLLC.
An attorney-client relationship is only established if, and when, you and an authorized member of the firm explicitly sign a formal, written Retainer Agreement or Legal Services Agreement.
3. Not Legal or Tax Advice
The information provided on this website—including articles, blogs, calculators, FAQs, and explanations regarding wills, trusts, probate, Medicaid asset protection, or estate taxes—is for general informational purposes only.
Estate planning and tax laws vary significantly between the State of New York and the State of Florida. This information does not account for your specific personal, financial, or familial situation. It is not a substitute for obtaining personalized legal counsel from a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.
4. Electronic Communication & Confidentiality Warning
You may choose to contact the firm using electronic mail or the online contact forms provided on this website. However, unencrypted internet communications are not secure.
- No Privilege: Sending an email or submitting a form does not trigger the attorney-client privilege.
- Do Not Share Sensitive Data: You agree not to send confidential, sensitive, or proprietary information regarding your estate, assets, family dynamics, or litigation intentions through the website’s forms. The firm assumes no liability for the interception or unauthorized viewing of information submitted via the public internet.
5. Jurisdictional Restrictions & Multi-State Practice Boundaries
Anthony C. Santopolo Jr., Esq. is licensed to practice law only in the jurisdictions explicitly listed in his online biography. This firm limits its practice to the states of New York and Florida.
This website is not intended to solicit clients or market legal services in any state, territory, or country where the firm’s attorneys are not licensed, or where this website fails to comply with local State Bar regulations. You agree not to use the information on this website if you reside in a jurisdiction where this site violates local laws or ethical rules.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
All text, graphics, logos, layouts, and original written materials on this website are the intellectual property of [Insert Law Firm Name] and are protected by United States copyright laws. You may view, download, and print materials for your own personal, non-commercial use only. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modifications of this website’s content is strictly prohibited.
7. Limitation of Liability
The legal landscape surrounding trusts and estates changes frequently due to new statutory revisions (e.g., updates to the federal estate tax exemption, New York Surrogate’s Court rules, or Florida probate statutes).
The firm makes no guarantees that the information on this website is entirely accurate, complete, or up-to-date at any given moment. [Insert Law Firm Name] expressly disclaims all liability for any actions you take, or fail to take, based on any content found on this website.
8. Governing Law and Forum Selection
These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of New York, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.
Any legal action, suit, or proceeding arising out of or relating to your use of this website must be brought exclusively in a state or federal court located in Erie County, New York.