Client Memo – Privacy Notice
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Your privacy is important to us, and maintaining your trust and confidence is one of our highest priorities. We respect your right to keep your personal information confidential and understand your desire to avoid unwanted solicitations. We hope that by disclosing our Privacy Policy to you, you will have a better understanding of what we do with the information you provide us and how we keep it private and secure.

1. Types of Information We Collect

We collect certain personal information about you – but only when that information is provided by you or is obtained by us with your authorization. We use that information to prepare your personal income tax returns and may also use it to provide various tax and
financial planning services to you at your request.

Examples of sources from which we collect information include:

    • Interviews and phone calls with you
    • Letters or e-mails from you
    • Tax return or financial planning organizers
    • Financial history questionnaires
2. Parties to Whom We Disclose Information

As a general rule, we do not disclose personal information about our clients or former clients to anyone. However, to the extent permitted by law and any applicable state Code of Professional Conduct, certain nonpublic information about you may be disclosed in the following situations:

    • To comply with a validly issued and enforceable subpoena or summons.
    • In the course of a review of our firm’s practices under the authorization of a state or national licensing board, or as necessary to properly respond to an inquiry or complaint from such a licensing board or organization.

At Fishman, Block + Diamond, we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. If you have any questions regarding our privacy policy, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Disclosures

Cerity Partners LLC (“Cerity Partners”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser with offices across the United States. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training.

The information provided is not intended as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. There is no guarantee that any opinions, projections, or views expressed will materialize. You should consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

Information is subject to change without notice and is believed to be reliable but is not guaranteed. For Cerity Partners’ registration status, please visit the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.

For additional details about our services, fees, or potential conflicts of interest, please request our disclosure statement, including Form CRS and ADV Part 2, using the contact information provided.

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