Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our online platform and any enquiry, communication, or engagement made through it in relation to the legal services provided by Guild Law. By accessing or using this site, you agree to be bound by these terms.
1. Who We Are
This site is operated by Guild Law, a law firm based at Duck Lane, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth, BH11 9JJ, United Kingdom. We provide information about our legal services and facilitate client enquiries.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using this site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you must not use this site.
3. Use of This Site
You may use this site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use of the site. You must not:
- Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful material.
- Attempt unauthorised access to the site, its servers, or related systems.
- Use the site in a way that is misleading, abusive, or unlawful.
- Copy, reproduce, or reuse content without our prior written consent, except as permitted by law.
4. Information on the Site
The content on this site is provided for general information only and is not legal advice. While we aim to keep the information accurate and up to date, we make no representation or warranty that the content is complete, reliable, or suitable for your particular circumstances.
You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this site without obtaining specific legal advice from us or another suitably qualified professional.
5. No Solicitor-Client Relationship
Submitting an enquiry through this site does not create a solicitor-client relationship. A formal engagement will only arise once we have agreed to act for you and have confirmed the terms of that engagement in writing.
6. Client Engagement and Legal Services
Where we are formally instructed, the scope of our work will be set out in our engagement documentation. Our services may include general legal counsel, litigation and dispute resolution, corporate law, real estate law, family law, and employment law. Any matters outside the agreed scope may require a separate instruction or additional terms.
7. Fees and Charges
Any fees, retainers, disbursements, or payment arrangements will be set out in our engagement terms or other written agreement. Unless otherwise agreed, fees are exclusive of any applicable taxes and third-party costs.
8. Appointment and Communication
If you contact us through this site to request an appointment or make an enquiry, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information. We may decline to respond or proceed where the information provided is incomplete, inaccurate, or inconsistent with our professional obligations.
9. Confidentiality and Privacy
We handle personal information in accordance with applicable law and our privacy practices. However, you should avoid sending confidential or sensitive information unless and until we have confirmed that we are able to act for you and appropriate safeguards are in place.
10. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all text, graphics, logos, and other materials on this site are owned by or licensed to Guild Law. You may view the content for personal and non-commercial use only. No part of this site may be copied, modified, distributed, or commercially exploited without our prior written permission.
11. Third-Party Links
This site may contain links to third-party websites for convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, security, or availability of those websites, and linking does not imply endorsement.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Guild Law shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of, or reliance on, this site or its content, except where such liability cannot be excluded by law. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability for fraud or any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.
13. Professional Duties
Where we provide legal services, we will act in accordance with applicable professional standards, legal obligations, and any regulatory requirements relevant to our practice.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms and Conditions from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or site functionality. Your continued use of this site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions or wish to make an enquiry, please write to us at:
Guild Law
Duck Lane
Bournemouth
Christchurch and Poole
Bournemouth, BH11 9JJ
United Kingdom