Privacy Policy
This privacy policy explains how we handle personal data when you use our online platform, contact our firm, or ask us about our legal services. We are committed to protecting privacy and processing personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently in line with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who We Are
This website is operated by a law firm providing general legal counsel, litigation and dispute resolution, corporate law, real estate law, family law, and employment law services. Our contact address is Duck Lane, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth, BH11 9JJ, United Kingdom.
Personal Data We Collect
We may collect personal data that you provide directly to us, as well as limited technical information generated when you use our site.
- Identity and contact details you include in an enquiry or correspondence.
- Information relevant to your legal matter, instructions, or request for advice.
- Technical data such as browser type, device information, pages visited, and approximate usage details.
- Records of communications and meeting arrangements connected with your enquiry.
How We Use Your Personal Data
We use personal data only where we have a lawful basis to do so. This may include responding to enquiries, providing legal services, managing client relationships, complying with legal and regulatory duties, and protecting our rights and interests.
- To review and respond to enquiries submitted through our site or other contact routes.
- To deliver legal advice, represent clients, and manage case-related administration.
- To meet obligations under law, court rules, professional rules, anti-money laundering requirements, and risk management procedures.
- To maintain the security, functionality, and performance of our online platform.
Legal Basis for Processing
Depending on the context, we may process personal data on the following bases: performance of a contract or steps taken at your request before entering into a contract, compliance with legal obligations, legitimate interests, consent where required, and the establishment, exercise, or defence of legal claims.
Sharing Your Information
We treat personal data as confidential. We may share it only where necessary and appropriate for the purposes described in this policy.
- With courts, tribunals, regulators, opposing parties, or other legal professionals where required for a matter.
- With trusted service providers who support our website, IT systems, document handling, or professional operations.
- Where disclosure is required by law, court order, or regulatory duty.
- Where necessary to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.
International Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we will take appropriate steps to ensure it receives an adequate level of protection, including the use of approved safeguards where required.
Data Retention
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including for legal, regulatory, accounting, insurance, or claims-handling requirements. Retention periods vary depending on the nature of the information and the matter involved.
Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to help protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, loss, or disclosure. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal data, including the right to access, correct, erase, restrict, or object to certain processing, and the right to data portability. Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time for future processing based on consent.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office if you believe your data protection rights have been infringed. We would, however, welcome the chance to address your concerns first.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our site may use cookies or similar technologies for essential functionality, security, performance analysis, and to improve the user experience. Where required, we will seek appropriate consent before placing non-essential cookies.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for adults and for organisations seeking legal support. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children through our website unless it is provided as part of a legal matter and handled in accordance with applicable law.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the operation of our online platform. The latest version will apply from the time it is published on this site.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle personal data, please write to us at our physical address: Duck Lane, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth, BH11 9JJ, United Kingdom.