Privacy Policy
Himalayan Legal
Effective Date: 01/24/2025
At Himalayan Legal, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you engage with our legal services. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, address, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Identification Information: Date of birth, passport details, driver’s license, or other government-issued identification.
- Case-Specific Information: Details relevant to your legal matter, such as immigration status, family law matters, property transactions, or business-related information.
- Financial Information: Payment details, bank account information, or billing addresses for invoicing purposes.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data when you visit our website.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
- Direct interactions with you (e.g., consultations, forms, or correspondence).
- Third parties (e.g., government agencies, other legal professionals, or referrals).
- Automated technologies (e.g., cookies or analytics tools on our website).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide legal advice and services tailored to your needs.
- To communicate with you about your case, appointments, or updates.
- To process payments and manage billing.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
- To improve our services and website functionality.
- To send you relevant updates, newsletters, or marketing materials (with your consent).
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We may disclose your information to:
- Government agencies or regulatory bodies (e.g., Department of Home Affairs for immigration matters).
- Courts, tribunals, or other legal entities as required for your case.
- Third-party service providers (e.g., IT support, payment processors, or translators).
- Other parties with your consent or as required by law.
We will never sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. This includes:
- Secure storage of physical and electronic records.
- Encryption of sensitive data.
- Regular staff training on privacy and data protection.
6. Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. After this period, we securely destroy or de-identify your information.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and request a copy of your personal information.
- Correct or update inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
- Request deletion of your information, subject to legal obligations.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
8. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the effective date will be updated accordingly.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Himalayan Legal
Address: [Insert Address], Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Email: [Insert Email Address]
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Thank you for trusting Himalayan Legal with your legal needs. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and providing exceptional service.
This Privacy Policy complies with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).