Terms and Conditions

Last updated: September 16th, 2025

Welcome to MC Law Firm | Abogados (“the Firm,” “we,” “our”), operated by MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico, Barrister & Solicitor (Ontario) and Foreign Legal Consultant (Mexico). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website located at www.mclawoffice.ca (the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

 

1. Important Disclaimer – No Legal Advice

• Any information provided on this Website is for general information and reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

• The materials posted are not a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a qualified lawyer.

• To address specific legal situations, you must retain counsel under a written retainer agreement with MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico.

• Accessing this Website, subscribing to newsletters, or booking an appointment does not create a solicitor–client relationship.

 

2. Scope of Legal Services

• Ontario Services: Legal services are provided in Ontario by Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico, Barrister & Solicitor, regulated by the Law Society of Ontario.

• Foreign Legal Consultant (Mexico): As a licensed Foreign Legal Consultant, Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico is authorized to provide information and advice on Mexican law in Ontario pursuant to a permit from the Law Society of Ontario.

• We do not provide advice on the laws of jurisdictions where we are not licensed.

 

3. Website Features

(a) Appointment Booking

• Appointments booked via the Website are subject to confirmation by the Firm.

• Booking an appointment does not by itself create a solicitor–client relationship.

(b) Newsletters & Subscriptions

• By subscribing, you consent to receive newsletters, updates, and communications related to our practice.

• You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our communications.

(c) Online Payments

• Where available, online payments for retainers or invoices are processed by third-party service providers.

• The Firm does not store full credit card or banking details. Payments are subject to your retainer agreement with MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Ricoand the Solicitors Act (Ontario).

 

4. Confidentiality and Privacy

• Information submitted through this Website (including contact forms, newsletters, or booking requests) may not be secure. Please do not provide confidential or sensitive information until you are a client of MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico.

• Once you become a client, your information will be handled in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct of the Law Society of Ontario, including duties of confidentiality and solicitor–client privilege.

• Personal information is collected, stored, and used in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

 

5. Intellectual Property

• All Website content, including text, graphics, images, and design, is the property of MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico, or its licensors.

• You may view and print Website content for personal, non-commercial use.

• You may not copy, distribute, or modify any content without our prior written consent.

 

6. Acceptable Use of the Website

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful or fraudulent purposes.

• Transmit spam, malware, or unauthorized communications.

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, servers, or client systems.

 

7. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

• The Website and its content are provided “as is” without any warranties.

• The Firm makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of Website content.

• To the fullest extent permitted by law, MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico disclaim liability for any damages arising from your use of or reliance on the Website.

 

8. Third-Party Links

• The Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those sites.

• Accessing such sites is at your own risk.

 

9. Professional Obligations

• MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico comply with all requirements of the Law Society of Ontario, including rules on advertising, solicitation, confidentiality, trust accounting, and professional liability insurance.

• Any electronic communications, newsletters, or marketing through this Website are provided in compliance with LSO rules and Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).

 

10. Amendments

• We may update or modify these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

• Continued use of the Website after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

 

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada. Disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

 

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

MC Law Firm | Abogados
Operated by MC Law Firm and/or Luis Guillermo Cruz Rico, Barrister & Solicitor, Foreign Legal Consultant (Mexico)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
📧 Email: info@mclawoffice.ca

Last updated: September 16, 2025

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