Cookie Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how MD Law (Yorkshire) LLP (“the Firm”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website: https://www.mdlaw.co.uk

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function effectively, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They enable core functionality such as security, accessibility, and network management.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to measure and improve website performance by collecting information about how visitors use our site.

We use services such as Google Analytics. These cookies may collect information including IP address, device type, browser type, and pages visited. This information may constitute personal data under UK data protection law.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as preferences or settings) and provide enhanced functionality.

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services embedded on our website (for example, video players or maps). These third parties may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

• Strictly necessary cookies: used on the basis of our legitimate interests in
  operating the website
• All other cookies: used only with your consent

You may withdraw your consent at any time (see section 6 below).

5. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner which:

• Allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies
• Provides granular control over cookie categories
• Does not set non-essential cookies unless you consent
• Allows you to change your preferences at any time

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clicking the “Cookie Settings” link on our website; or
• Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

7. Cookies We Use

Below is a summary of cookies that may be used on our website:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

• wordpress_test_cookie – checks if cookies are enabled
• wordpress_logged_in_[hash] – maintains login session
• wp-settings-[UID] – stores user preferences
• elementor – supports website functionality

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

• _ga – distinguishes users (approx. 2 years)
  _gid – distinguishes users (24 hours)
  _gat – throttles requests (1 minute)

Functional Cookies

• Set by plugins such as Elementor, Yoast SEO, and Crocoblock to support site features and user preferences

Third-Party Cookies

• May be set by embedded services such as video or mapping providers

8. International Data Transfers

Some cookies (such as those set by Google Analytics or embedded third-party services) may involve the transfer of personal data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and the “Last updated” date will be revised.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Data Protection Lead
MD Law (Yorkshire) LLP
Broomhall, 8–10 Broomhall Road
Sheffield, S10 2DR
Email: info@mdlaw.co.uk