Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how ACLA Lawyers Pty Ltd (ABN 88666510 292) collects, uses, stores and discloses personal information. We respect the confidential nature of the information you provide and handle personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.
1. What personal information we collect
Personal information is information or an opinion that identifies you or could reasonably identify you. This may include your name, contact details, date of birth, address, and information you provide when making an enquiry or engaging our services. Depending on your matter, we may also collect sensitive information such as health information or information about your family circumstances, but only where it is necessary and with your consent.
2. How we collect personal information
We collect personal information directly from you when you contact us, make an enquiry, engage our services, or provide information through our website or by email, phone or in person. We may also receive information from third parties where reasonably necessary for your matter, such as other professionals, government agencies, or individuals you authorise to provide information on your behalf.
3. How we use your personal information
We use your personal information for purposes including: • providing legal advice and services • communicating with you about your matter • managing our business and administrative functions • complying with our legal and professional obligations • responding to enquiries or requests you make
We will only use or disclose your personal information for the purpose for which it was collected, for related purposes you would reasonably expect, or where required or permitted by law.
4. Disclosure to third parties
We may disclose your personal information to third parties where necessary to provide our services, such as barristers, experts, courts, tribunals, government agencies, or service providers who assist with administrative or technical support. These parties are required to handle your information confidentially and in accordance with applicable privacy laws. We do not sell or trade personal information.
5. Security of your information
We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we hold from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. Information may be stored electronically or in hard copy. Electronic records are protected by passwords and security measures, and access is limited to those who require it to perform their duties.
6. Access and correction
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you or ask us to correct it if it is inaccurate, incomplete or out of date. Requests can be made by contacting us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before providing access.
7. Website and cookies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, although this may affect website functionality.
8. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to access or correct your personal information, or wish to make a privacy complaint, please contact:
ACLA Lawyers Pty Ltd Email: info@aclalawyers.com.au Address: Suite 410 368 Sussex Street Sydney NSW 2000.
We will respond to your enquiry as soon as reasonably practicable.
9. Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will be available on our website.