Effective Date: 30th December 2024
Website: ralegalassociates.com
Business Name: RA Legal Associates
Contact Email: ralegalassociatesind@gmail.com
Address: Visakhapatnam, India.
R & A Legal Associates (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Payment information (if applicable)
- Any other information you submit through contact forms or service inquiries
1.2 Information Collected Automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website (if applicable)
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
1.3 Special Categories of Data:
We may collect sensitive data as part of our legal services, such as details related to:
- Legal disputes
- Financial transactions
- Personal or family matters
We only process sensitive data when necessary and with explicit consent or where required by law.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide legal services tailored to your requirements
- To communicate with you regarding inquiries, appointments, or ongoing cases
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- To improve our website’s functionality and user experience
- To analyze and improve our services
- For billing, invoicing, and payment purposes
- To send updates or legal insights (with your consent)
3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations in providing legal services.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, ensure security, and manage our operations.
- Consent: For sending marketing communications or processing sensitive data, where required.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers: To third-party vendors or partners who assist in providing services (e.g., payment processors, IT service providers). These entities are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.
- With Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.
- In Business Transactions: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale, your data may be transferred to the new entity.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Upon expiration of the retention period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request access to your data and obtain a copy.
- Rectification: Correct any inaccuracies in your data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data where applicable.
- Restriction: Limit the processing of your data.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time for data processing activities relying on consent.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [EMAIL].
7. Security of Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. While we strive to protect your data, no system is completely secure. Use our website and services at your own risk.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. Cookies may collect:
- Browser preferences
- Login details (if applicable)
- Website usage statistics
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
9. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your data outside India, we ensure that it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms under GDPR.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies when visiting.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. The updated policy will be posted on this page with the effective date.
12. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data rights, please contact us:
- Email: ralegalassociatesind@gmail
- Address: Visakhapatnam, India
R & A Legal Associates remains committed to protecting your privacy and providing a secure experience for all clients and visitors.