Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Lex Link ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Lex Link website and services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Lex Link is a platform that connects individuals seeking legal assistance with licensed attorneys. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice, representation, or services. We serve solely as a marketplace facilitating connections between clients and independent legal professionals.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use our Services. By using Lex Link, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
3. Services Description
Lex Link provides a platform where:
- Clients can submit information about their legal needs
- Licensed attorneys can create profiles and offer their services
- Clients are matched with attorneys based on legal specialty and location
- Communication is facilitated between clients and attorneys
We do not guarantee that any attorney will accept your case or that you will find suitable legal representation through our platform.
4. No Attorney-Client Relationship with Lex Link
IMPORTANT: Using Lex Link does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Lex Link. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice, opinions, or recommendations.
Any attorney-client relationship that may arise is solely between you and the individual attorney you choose to work with. Each attorney on our platform is an independent professional responsible for their own services, fees, and professional conduct.
5. User Responsibilities
As a user of Lex Link, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
- Use the Services only for lawful purposes
- Not misrepresent your identity or affiliation
- Not interfere with or disrupt the Services
- Conduct your own due diligence when selecting an attorney
- Verify that any attorney you work with is properly licensed in your jurisdiction
6. Attorney Responsibilities
Attorneys using Lex Link agree to:
- Maintain current, valid licensure in good standing
- Provide accurate information about their qualifications and experience
- Comply with all applicable professional conduct rules and regulations
- Maintain professional liability insurance as required by their jurisdiction
- Handle client information in accordance with attorney-client privilege and confidentiality requirements
- Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner
7. Verification and Vetting
While we make reasonable efforts to verify attorney credentials, including bar numbers and licensure status, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or current status of any attorney's credentials or qualifications. Users are responsible for independently verifying attorney credentials and conducting their own due diligence.
8. Fees and Payments
Lex Link's platform services are currently provided free of charge to clients. Attorney fees are negotiated directly between clients and attorneys. Lex Link is not responsible for fee disputes between clients and attorneys.
9. Disclaimers
THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
- Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Services
- Warranties that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Warranties regarding the quality of legal services provided by attorneys on our platform
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LEX LINK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES.
This includes damages arising from:
- Use or inability to use the Services
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
- Actions or omissions of attorneys on our platform
- Any legal advice, services, or representation provided by attorneys
- Outcomes of legal matters handled by attorneys found through our platform
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lex Link and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from your use of the Services or violation of these Terms.
12. Privacy
Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data collection and use practices.
13. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
14. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause or notice, including for violation of these Terms.
15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
17. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: mithilj429@gmail.com
Phone: 616-330-8275