Last Updated: May 2026
WestonBurke and all personnel are bound by strict confidentiality obligations. We do not disclose any information about our clients, their matters, or communications without client consent, except as required by law or court order.
Communications between clients and attorneys are protected by attorney-client privilege. This includes oral conversations, written communications, emails, and work product prepared for litigation or legal advice. Privilege continues indefinitely and survives termination of representation.
Protected communications include:
We may disclose client information without consent when:
Privilege is waived if a client discloses confidential communications to third parties, uses communications as evidence in proceedings, or fails to assert privilege in discovery. We recommend that clients not share attorney communications with others absent legal necessity.
Only authorized attorneys and staff involved in the matter have access to client files. Family members, other advisors, or business associates do not have automatic access to confidential information. Clients must authorize any third-party access in writing.
We recommend that clients use encrypted email when transmitting sensitive information. While we employ industry-standard security (SSL/TLS encryption, firewalls, access controls), email and regular phone calls are not completely secure. Important communications should be done in person when possible.
Client files are stored in secure locations with restricted access. Physical files are locked in secure cabinets; electronic files are encrypted and password-protected. Our office employs professional cleaning and maintenance services that are contractually bound to confidentiality.
Upon withdrawal or termination, we retain all client files and work product. Clients may request copies of their files (original documents, photographs, etc.). Confidentiality obligations continue indefinitely after representation ends.
If a data breach compromises client confidential information, we will notify affected clients within 30 days and provide information about remediation steps. We maintain cyber liability insurance to cover breach-related costs. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Confidentiality practices comply with the New York Rules of Professional Conduct (Rule 1.6), ABA Model Rules, and all applicable state and federal laws regarding attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine.