Terms & Conditions

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

Welcome to Columbus-Street.com (the “Website”). This Website is owned and operated by Columbus Street LLC (“Columbus Street,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this Website, you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this Website.

2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Columbus Street is a merger and acquisition advisory firm specializing in law firm combinations, mergers, and private equity-backed managed services organization (MSO) investments. The Website provides:

• Information about our advisory services
• Educational content regarding law firm M&A transactions
• Thought leadership and industry insights
• Contact mechanisms for prospective clients
• Resources related to legal industry consolidation

The Website does not provide legal advice. Content on this Website is for informational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship or advisory engagement.

The Website does not constitute an offer, solicitation, or advertisement with respect to any securities, financing, or transaction in any jurisdiction.

3. INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY; NO ADVISORY, BROKERAGE, or  ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

The Website is provided solely for general informational purposes. Nothing on the Website constitutes or should be construed as:

• investment, legal, tax, accounting, or other professional advice;
• an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities;
• a recommendation to engage in any transaction; or
• an agreement to provide advisory, brokerage, or investment banking services.

Your use of this Website, submission of contact forms, or receipt of information from us does not create an attorney-client, advisory, fiduciary, client, broker-dealer, investment banking, or agency relationship or a fiduciary duty between you and Columbus Street.

No confidential, contractual, or legal relationship is formed by:

• Visiting this Website
• Submitting inquiry forms
• Email correspondence
• Downloading materials from the Website
• Attending webinars or events promoted through the Website

A formal relationship of any kind is established only through a written engagement letter signed by both parties.

4. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION

4.1 No Expectation of Confidentiality for Website Communications

Information you submit through this Website (including contact forms, email, or other electronic communications) should not be considered confidential unless a formal engagement letter has been executed. Do not submit confidential, proprietary, or sensitive business information through the Website prior to establishing a formal advisory relationship.

4.2 Confidentiality After Engagement

Once a formal engagement is established through a signed engagement letter, confidentiality obligations will be governed by the specific terms of that agreement and applicable law.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

5.1 Ownership

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video, data compilations, software, articles, white papers, and the compilation thereof (collectively, the “Content”), is the property of Columbus Street or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website and Content for personal, non-commercial informational purposes only. This license does not include any right to:

• Modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any Content
• Use any data mining, robots, scraping, or similar data gathering or extraction methods
• Frame or utilize framing techniques to enclose any trademark, logo, or Content
• Use meta tags or any other “hidden text” utilizing our name or trademarks

5.3 Trademarks

“Columbus Street” and associated logos are trademarks or service marks of Columbus Street LLC. All other trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced on this Website are the property of their respective owners.

6. USER CONDUCT AND PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the Website
• Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers or networks connected to the Website
• Transmit any viruses, worms, defects, Trojan horses, or other items of a destructive nature
• Use the Website to transmit any unsolicited commercial communications
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Collect or harvest any personally identifiable information from the Website
• Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, pornographic, abusive, offensive, or otherwise objectionable

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND CONTENT

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Columbus Street. We provide these links for your convenience only and do not endorse, review, or have control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

You acknowledge and agree that Columbus Street shall not be responsible or liable for any damages or losses caused by your use of or reliance on any third-party content, goods, or services available through such websites.

8. DISCLAIMERS

8.1 “As-Is” Basis

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

8.2 No Professional Advice

Content on this Website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, financial, tax, or business advice. You should not act or refrain from acting based on any information on this Website without seeking appropriate professional counsel.

8.3 Accuracy and Completeness

While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any Content on this Website. Information regarding market conditions, transaction structures, and legal developments may change rapidly.

8.4 No Guarantee of Results

Past performance or transaction examples discussed on the Website do not guarantee future results. Each advisory engagement is unique, and outcomes will vary based on specific circumstances.

8.5 No Broker-Dealer Registration

We are not a broker-dealer and we do not engage in effecting securities transactions for the account of others outside the scope of applicable exemptions.  We do not hold customer funds or securities; we do not engage in public offerings, capital raising, or retail securities transactions.  Nothing on the Website should be interpreted as a representation that we are registered, licensed, or regulated as a broker-dealer.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

9.1 Exclusion of Damages

COLUMBUS STREET, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Website
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website
• Any content obtained from the Website
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

9.2 Cap on Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL COLUMBUS STREET’S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

9.3 Basis of the Bargain

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT COLUMBUS STREET HAS OFFERED THE WEBSITE, SET ITS PRICES, AND ENTERED INTO THESE TERMS IN RELIANCE UPON THE DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY SET FORTH HEREIN, THAT THESE DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY REFLECT A REASONABLE AND FAIR ALLOCATION OF RISK BETWEEN YOU AND COLUMBUS STREET, AND THAT THESE DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY FORM AN ESSENTIAL BASIS OF THE BARGAIN BETWEEN YOU AND COLUMBUS STREET.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Columbus Street, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and licensors from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

• Your use of or access to the Website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Any content you submit through the Website

This indemnification obligation will survive termination of these Terms and your use of the Website.

11. PRIVACY POLICY

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information.

12. SMS TERMS & CONDITIONS

12.1 SMS Consent Communication

The information (phone numbers) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

12.2 Types of SMS Communications

If you have consented to receive text messages from Columbus Street, you may receive messages related to appointments, reminders, confirmations, updates regarding our advisory services, or other business-related communications.

Example: “Hello, this is a friendly reminder of your upcoming appointment with Columbus Street at [Location] on [Date] at [Time]. You can reply STOP to opt out of SMS messaging from Columbus Street at any time.”

12.3 Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. You may receive up to 2 SMS messages per week regarding your appointments, inquiries, or account status.

12.4 Potential Fees for SMS Messaging

Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.

12.5 Opt-In Method

You may opt in to receive SMS messages from Columbus Street in the following ways:

• Verbally, during a conversation with our team

12.6 Opt-Out Method

You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply “STOP” to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at Hello@columbus-street.com to request removal from our messaging list.

12.7 Help and Support

If you are experiencing any issues with SMS messaging, you can reply with the keyword “HELP” to any SMS message. Alternatively, you can get help directly from us by visiting our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions pages at Columbus-Street.com or by contacting us at Hello@columbus-street.com.

12.8 Standard Messaging Disclosures

• Message and data rates may apply.
• You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
• For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions pages.
• Message frequency may vary.

13. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

Columbus Street reserves the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Website with a new “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the Website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any updates or changes.

14. MODIFICATIONS TO WEBSITE

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website (or any portion thereof) at any time, with or without notice, for any reason. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Website.

15. TERMINATION

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Website, with or without notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease.

The following provisions shall survive termination: Sections 5 (Intellectual Property), 8 (Disclaimers), 9 (Limitation of Liability), 10 (Indemnification), 15 (Governing Law), and 16 (Dispute Resolution).

16. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms and your use of the Website 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 or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in New York County, New York, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

17. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

17.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at hello@columbus-street.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within 60 days.

17.2 Arbitration Agreement

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in New York, New York.

17.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AND COLUMBUS STREET AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

17.4 Exceptions

Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek equitable relief (including injunctive relief) in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect its intellectual property rights.

18. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable while preserving its intent, or if such modification is not possible, such provision shall be severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

19. WAIVER

No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Columbus Street regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements, whether written or oral, regarding such subject matter.

21. ASSIGNMENT

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms or your rights and obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section shall be void.

22. FORCE MAJEURE

Columbus Street shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, network infrastructure failures, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

23. NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES

These Terms are for the benefit of, and shall be enforceable by, the parties only. These Terms are not intended to confer any right or benefit on any third party.

24. ACCESSIBILITY

Columbus Street is committed to making our Website accessible to all users. If you experience any difficulty accessing any part of this Website, please contact us at [INSERT EMAIL] and we will work with you to provide the information or service you seek through an alternate communication method.

25. EXPORT CONTROLS

You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations maintained by the U.S. Department of Commerce, in your use of the Website.

26. CONTACT INFORMATION

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

Columbus Street LLC
157 Columbus Avenue, Floor 4
New York, NY 10023
Email: Hello@columbus-street.com

27. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF USE, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO USE THIS WEBSITE.

Last Updated: March 16, 2026

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