Introduction

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely, responsibly, and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or use our legal services.

By using our website or providing your personal information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Who We Are

We are a specialist employment law firm providing legal advice and support in relation to settlement agreements. For the purposes of data protection law, we are the “data controller” responsible for deciding how your personal data is processed.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

• Your name, email address, telephone number, and postal address

• Information you provide when completing enquiry or contact forms

• Details relating to your employment situation or settlement agreement

• Communications between you and our team (by email, phone, or online forms)

• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage information

We only collect information that is necessary for providing legal advice, responding to enquiries, or meeting our legal and regulatory obligations.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries and provide requested legal advice

• Review and advise on settlement agreements

• Arrange consultations and appointments

• Communicate with you regarding your matter

• Comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations

• Improve our website and services

Your information will never be used for purposes that are incompatible with those listed above.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• The performance of a contract or steps taken prior to entering a contract

• Compliance with legal or regulatory obligations

• Our legitimate interests in providing professional legal services

• Your consent, where required

Sharing Your Information

We treat your personal information as confidential. We do not sell or rent your data to third parties.

Your information may be shared only where necessary, including with:

• Regulatory or professional bodies where required by law

• Service providers who support our website or IT systems

• Other parties where disclosure is legally required

All third parties are required to respect the security and confidentiality of your data.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Access to your data is limited to authorised personnel only.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including meeting legal, regulatory, and professional record-keeping requirements.

Once your data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

• Request deletion of your personal data (where applicable)

• Object to or restrict processing of your data

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the details provided on our website.

Cookies and Website Usage

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve performance and content. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Any updates will be published on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us using the details provided on our website.