At Sparta Legal Consultancy Law, we respect the privacy of our users, clients, and visitors to our website and are committed to protecting their personal data. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information, and it applies to all services provided through our Indian website.
This Privacy Policy complies with the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the associated Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 (the “IT Rules”). By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Types of Information We Collect
Sparta Legal Consultancy Law collects various types of information to provide and improve our legal services. These include:
A. Personal Information Provided by You
When you contact us or use our services, you voluntarily provide personal information such as:
- Name: Your full name.
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and physical address.
- Professional Details: Job title, organization name, and industry.
- Financial Information: Billing and payment details, which may include credit card or bank account numbers for transactional purposes.
- Case Information: Information related to your legal matters, which may involve personal or business documents, contracts, or other case-specific details.
B. Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI)
Under Indian law, the following types of data are considered Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI):
- Passwords.
- Financial details (e.g., credit or debit card information).
- Medical records or history.
- Biometric information.
- Sexual orientation.
- Other details as specified by applicable laws.
Sparta Legal Consultancy Law collects such information only when it is required to provide legal services. SPDI will not be shared with third parties unless explicitly authorized by you or required by law.
C. Information Collected Automatically
When you use our website, we may collect data automatically through cookies, web beacons, or other technologies. This includes:
- IP Address: Your IP address for geolocation and website functionality.
- Browser and Device Data: Type of browser, operating system, and device information.
- Website Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our site, such as pages visited, time spent, and click actions.
D. Third-Party Sources
We may receive information from third parties (e.g., business partners or public databases) to supplement the data we collect.
2. Purpose of Collecting Data
We use your personal and sensitive information for the following purposes:
A. Provision of Legal Services
To provide customized legal advice and representation, we require your personal information. This includes:
- Conducting legal research and analysis related to your case.
- Preparing legal documents such as contracts, affidavits, or pleadings.
- Representing you in court proceedings or negotiations.
- Offering updates and legal advice based on your situation.
C. Improvement of Website and Services
The data we collect automatically (e.g., through cookies) is used to enhance the functionality of our website. This includes:
- Improving website performance and security.
- Customizing content and user experiences.
- Diagnosing technical issues.
D. Legal Compliance and Obligations
We may use your data to comply with legal obligations, such as tax filings, audits, or to fulfill court orders.
E. Marketing and Newsletters
If you consent, we may use your contact information to send you newsletters, legal updates, and marketing materials related to our services. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information
We process your personal information under the following legal bases:
- Consent: Where we have obtained your consent to collect and process your data, particularly for marketing communications or the handling of SPDI.
- Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations (e.g., providing legal services).
- Legal Obligation: When required to comply with a legal duty or obligation (e.g., responding to a legal request from authorities).
- Legitimate Interests: When processing is required for legitimate business interests, such as fraud prevention or improving our services.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We ensure that your personal data is treated securely and confidentially. We only share your information under the following circumstances:
A. Authorized Personnel
Access to your data is restricted to employees or associates of Sparta Legal Consultancy Law who need to know this information for the purpose of providing legal services. All personnel handling personal information are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
B. Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your personal data with trusted third-party service providers, such as:
- IT service providers for hosting and maintaining our website.
- Payment processors for handling financial transactions.
- Legal consultants, auditors, or other professionals.
These third-party service providers are required to adhere to privacy standards and are prohibited from using your information for purposes other than those contracted.
C. Legal Authorities
We may disclose personal information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request from governmental authorities, such as in the following situations:
- To comply with legal processes.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Sparta Legal Consultancy Law, our clients, or the public.
D. Business Transfers
If Sparta Legal Consultancy Law undergoes a merger, acquisition, or any form of business restructuring, your personal information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.
5. Data Security
We are committed to ensuring that your personal data is secure. To protect your information, we have implemented reasonable technical and organizational safeguards, including:
- Encryption: Sensitive personal data is encrypted to protect it during transmission.
- Access Control: Only authorized individuals have access to personal data, and such access is limited to the performance of their duties.
- Data Integrity: We regularly review and update our data protection practices to prevent unauthorized access, modification, or misuse of personal data.
While we take these measures to protect your data, no security system is infallible. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of data transmitted over the internet.
6. Retention of Personal Data
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. The retention periods depend on the following:
- Legal Obligations: For example, we are required to retain certain financial data for statutory tax reporting purposes.
- Legal Services: We may retain data related to ongoing or potential legal matters for the duration of the legal process.
- Client Preferences: You can request deletion of your personal data once the service is no longer required.
Once personal data is no longer necessary, we will take appropriate steps to securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Your Rights
Under Indian law and relevant international regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have specific rights regarding your personal data:
A. Right to Access
You can request access to the personal information we hold about you. Upon your request, we will provide a copy of your data in a commonly used format.
B. Right to Rectification
If you believe the data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request that it be corrected or updated.
C. Right to Erasure
You may request the deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or if you withdraw your consent.
D. Right to Restriction of Processing
You can request that we restrict the processing of your data in specific situations, such as during an investigation of accuracy concerns.
E. Right to Data Portability
You have the right to request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format, which can be transferred to another service provider.
F. Right to Object
You can object to the processing of your personal data for legitimate interests, direct marketing, or profiling purposes.
G. Right to Withdraw Consent
Where we rely on your consent to process your data, you can withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the legality of the processing before the withdrawal.
To exercise these rights, you can contact us using the details provided below.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Sparta Legal Consultancy Law uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience and monitor site performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand user behavior.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functioning of the website, such as enabling security features.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site to improve functionality.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to display targeted advertisements based on your browsing activity.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
9. International Data Transfers
In certain cases, your personal data may be transferred to servers located outside India, especially when we collaborate with international clients or service providers. We ensure that such transfers are compliant with applicable laws, and we take steps to ensure that your data is protected during these transfers. For example, we rely on mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent data protection agreements.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us:
