Advertising Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Oakwood Legal, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and commercial relationships. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various channels and partnerships. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity while being open about any financial arrangements that may influence the content on our website.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Programme Participation: We may participate in affiliate marketing programmes with carefully selected partners whose services we believe may benefit our clients. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or engage services, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

Types of Affiliate Relationships: Our affiliate partnerships may include property search providers, mortgage brokers, surveying companies, removal services, and other property-related service providers. These partnerships allow us to recommend trusted professionals while earning a small commission that helps support our practice.

Product and Service Recommendations: When we recommend products or services, our recommendations are based on genuine professional assessment of quality and suitability. We only partner with organisations whose standards align with our own professional values. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our professional legal advice or the services we provide to clients.

Commission Structure: Commission rates vary by partner and service type. Typically, commissions are paid by the service provider and do not increase the cost to you. We receive payment only when you choose to engage with our recommended partners.

Disclosure in Content: When content includes affiliate links or recommendations, we will clearly identify them where appropriate. Our legal advice and professional services remain independent of any commercial arrangements.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Sponsored Content Policy: On occasion, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions on our website or in our communications. All sponsored content will be clearly labelled as such to distinguish it from our regular editorial content and professional legal advice.

Editorial Independence: Sponsored content does not influence our legal advice or professional recommendations to clients. We maintain strict separation between paid promotional material and our professional legal services.

Partner Selection: We carefully vet all sponsors and promotional partners to ensure their services meet our quality standards and align with our professional values. We only accept sponsorships from organisations we believe provide genuine value to our audience.

Labelling and Identification: Sponsored posts and paid promotions will be clearly marked with labels such as "Sponsored", "Advertisement", "Paid Partnership", or similar designations to ensure transparency.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising: Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These advertisements help support the costs of maintaining our online presence and providing free informational content.

Ad Network Practices: Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing history and interests. These practices are governed by the privacy policies of the respective advertising networks.

Behavioural Targeting: Some advertisements may use behavioural targeting techniques to show you ads that may be of interest based on your previous web browsing activity. You can control these preferences through your browser settings and our cookie management tools.

Ad Content Standards: While we strive to ensure that advertisements meet professional standards, we do not endorse all products or services advertised on our site. The appearance of an advertisement does not constitute a recommendation from Oakwood Legal.

Data Collection for Advertising Purposes

Cookie Usage: We and our advertising partners use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness. For detailed information about cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

Remarketing: We may use remarketing technologies that allow us to show advertisements to people who have previously visited our website when they browse other websites. This helps us stay connected with potential clients who have shown interest in our services.

Analytics and Measurement: We use analytics tools to measure the performance of our advertising campaigns and understand how visitors interact with our content. This data helps us improve our services and deliver more relevant information.

Data Protection: All data collection for advertising purposes is conducted in accordance with UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy. You have control over how your data is used for advertising through our cookie preferences and privacy settings.

Professional Services Marketing

Own Services Promotion: The primary purpose of our website is to promote our legal services. Content describing our services, expertise, and approach represents genuine information about our practice and is not considered paid advertising.

Regulatory Compliance: All marketing of our legal services complies with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct and advertising standards. We ensure our promotional content is accurate, not misleading, and maintains professional standards.

Client Testimonials: When we feature client testimonials or case studies, these represent genuine experiences. Clients are never compensated for testimonials, though we may request permission to feature their feedback.

Your Rights and Controls

Cookie Management: You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent tool and your browser settings. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.

Advertising Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalised advertising through various industry opt-out tools and browser settings. Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative websites for comprehensive opt-out options.

Email Marketing: If you subscribe to our email communications, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email. We will honour your opt-out request promptly.

Data Access and Deletion: Under GDPR, you have the right to access your personal data and request its deletion. For information about exercising these rights, please see our Privacy Policy.

FTC Compliance and Guidelines

We adhere to relevant advertising standards and guidelines, including principles similar to those set out by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the United States regarding endorsements and testimonials. We clearly disclose material connections between our firm and any recommended products or services.

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted on our website with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically.

Questions and Contact

If you have questions about our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, or this disclosure, please contact us. We are committed to maintaining transparency and will be happy to address any concerns you may have.