INTRODUCTION
These terms of use (the “Terms of Use”) explain the conditions under which you, as a Professional, may use the platform hosted at www.fttsignup.com (the “Platform”).
By registering on our Platform as a Professional (paralegal, lawyer, or notary), you agree to be bound by our Terms of Use. If you do not agree, in whole or in part, with the contents of these Terms of Use, please immediately cease all use of the Platform and notify us by email: info@fttsignup.com.
For any questions or technical problems, please contact us by email: info@fttsignup.com.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
FTTSignup.com is a legal marketing and referral platform and is not a law firm, paralegal firm, notary office, or any other kind of legal services provider. We are not authorized to offer legal advice, represent clients, or provide legal services. Our sole function is to connect clients with legal professionals (lawyers, paralegals, and notaries) through our platform.
If you are a legal professional registered with the relevant professional body, you acknowledge that any legal services provided to clients referred to you via this platform are your sole responsibility, and FTTSignup.com is not responsible for the legal services rendered.
DEFINITIONS
Unless the context otherwise requires, the following words and expressions are defined as follows:
“Terms of Use”: This document, together with the Privacy Policy, as amended from time to time.
“Client”: A person accessing the Platform or one of its satellites for the purpose of being connected with one or more Professionals.
“We”: FTTSignup.com, operating as www.fttsignup.com.
“Platform”: The legal marketing platform located at www.fttsignup.com.
“Privacy Policy”: The document accessible here, which forms an integral part of these Terms of Use.
“Professional” or “You”: A legal professional (lawyer, notary, or paralegal) who is duly authorized to practice their profession, registered on the Platform to be connected with Clients.
“Lead”: The connection between a Client and a Professional via the exchange of contact information.
ABOUT US AND OUR PLATFORM
We believe that new technologies now offer tools to better meet the challenges of access to justice for Clients and business development for Professionals.
Our Platform aims to connect the right Clients with the right Professionals, simply, quickly, and intelligently. For Professionals, it serves as a well-thought-out and innovative business development tool.
The fees paid for leads are not subject to or conditional on the opening of a Client’s file. The fees collected by FTTSignup.com are solely for consulting a Client’s request and for connecting with them.
However, we do not provide legal services. We are not a law firm or notary office. Our role is strictly limited to acting as an intermediary between Clients and Professionals for the purpose of making introductions.
We use cookies to facilitate navigation on the Platform and to ensure its proper functioning. For more information, please consult our Privacy Policy.
PROFESSIONAL DECLARATIONS, REPRESENTATIONS, AND WARRANTIES
The Platform is for your personal use only, and only members in good standing of the various Canadian Bars or the Chamber of Notaries of Quebec can register as Professionals.
By registering and maintaining your registration on the Platform as a Professional, you declare, represent, and warrant that, at all times, until you notify us in writing of your deregistration at info@fttsignup.com:
You are a member in good standing of the relevant professional order for the territory or territories you serve or wish to serve.
You are legally authorized to perform the acts reserved for you according to your declared title (paralegal, lawyer, or notary).
You will not offer legal services, and any services rendered to Clients referred by this platform will be your sole responsibility.
Upon receiving a request for an appointment from a Client, you will ensure there is no conflict of interest before accessing the file details.
You acknowledge that FTTSignup.com does not offer legal services, and the connection with the Client does not constitute an obligation to open a legal file.
You will ensure that professional fees are clearly discussed with Clients before commencing any services.
You will protect your account and keep your password confidential, following the provisions of section 5 “Account and Password” below.
In the event of non-compliance with any of these representations, we reserve the right to suspend or delete your registration without notice, and you agree to indemnify us for any claims arising from this non-compliance.
ACCOUNT AND PASSWORD
When registering and creating your access account on the Platform, you must provide accurate information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use. Log off your account at the end of each session.
You can close your account at any time by sending a request by email to info@fttsignup.com.
OWNERSHIP, USE, AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
You acknowledge that we own all rights to the Platform, including intellectual property rights, whether registered or not. You do not have any rights to use our intellectual property except as necessary to access the Platform.
LEGAL REFERRAL AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Once registered as a Professional, we will refer Clients to you based on your criteria. However, FTTSignup.com is not responsible for Client actions, including the failure to keep appointments, the Client’s legal needs, or the outcome of the services you provide. We make no representations regarding the suitability or financial condition of Clients.
You acknowledge that FTTSignup.com is merely an intermediary and is not liable for any damages, losses, or inconveniences arising from connections made through the Platform.
ACCESS TO THE PLATFORM AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
We may suspend or terminate the Platform at any time at our sole discretion. We do not guarantee continuous or uninterrupted access and are not liable for service interruptions or technical issues.
The Platform is provided “as is,” and we do not make representations regarding its functionality, accuracy, or completeness.
INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify FTTSignup.com for any damages or claims arising from your use of the Platform, including any disputes with Clients or other third parties.
APPLICABLE LAW AND CHOICE OF DOMICILE
The Terms of Use shall be governed by the laws of Ontario, Canada. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Toronto, Ontario.
MODIFICATIONS
We may change the Terms of Use at any time. The updated version will be posted on the Platform, and changes will take effect 60 days after posting.