This Privacy Policy describes the manner in which information may be collected, used, stored and disclosed in connection with the operation of this website and communications with the practice. By using this website or communicating with the practice, visitors acknowledge the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Nature of the Website
This website is maintained by an independent legal practice based in Delhi and is intended to provide general information concerning immigration, nationality and related legal issues in India, together with information concerning the professional services offered by the practice.
Information Collected Automatically
Certain information may be collected automatically when visitors access the website. Such information may include internet protocol addresses, browser type, device information, approximate location, referring websites and pages visited.
Such information is used principally to understand how the website is used, to improve its contents and functionality and to maintain the security and operation of the website.
The website presently makes use of Google Analytics for these purposes.
Information Communicated to the Practice
Visitors may voluntarily communicate information to the practice through emails, telephone calls, messaging applications, appointment scheduling services or other means of communication.
Such information may include names, contact details, nationality, passport information, immigration history, supporting documents and other information which visitors choose to disclose.
Communications may take place before the existence of any advocate-client relationship and may concern requests for consultations or professional services.
Purposes for Which Information May Be Used
Information communicated to the practice or collected in connection with the operation of the website may be used for responding to enquiries, scheduling consultations and appointments, providing professional services, processing payments, maintaining records, improving the operation and contents of the website and complying with applicable legal and professional obligations.
Communications and Third-Party Services
In connection with the operation of the website and the provision of professional services, use may be made of various third-party service providers.
Communications with the practice may take place through email, telephone calls, messaging applications or other means chosen by the visitor. Such communications may involve the use of third-party services, including Private Email for email communications, WhatsApp Business for messaging and document exchange, OneHash Cal for appointment scheduling, Razorpay for payment processing and Google Analytics for understanding website usage.
Such services are operated by independent entities and may collect, process or store information in accordance with their own terms and privacy policies. Visitors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the policies and practices of such providers separately.
Confidentiality and Professional Obligations
Information communicated in connection with requests for consultations or professional services is treated with appropriate discretion and with due regard to the professional obligations governing advocates.
However, no method of electronic communication or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and an advocate-client relationship does not arise merely by reason of a communication addressed to the practice.
Nothing contained in this Privacy Policy shall be construed as limiting or excluding obligations imposed by applicable law or the professional responsibilities governing advocates.
Disclosure of Information
Information is not sold or disclosed to third parties except where disclosure is reasonably necessary for the operation of the website, the provision of professional services, compliance with applicable legal obligations or the protection of rights and lawful interests.
Requests for information received from governmental authorities or other persons shall be dealt with in accordance with applicable law and the professional obligations governing advocates.
Retention of Information
Information may be retained for so long as is reasonably necessary for professional, administrative, regulatory or legal purposes. The duration of retention may vary depending upon the nature of the information, the existence of professional engagements and applicable legal obligations.
Cookies
This website may make use of cookies or similar technologies to facilitate its operation and to understand how visitors use the website.
Visitors may disable cookies through their browser settings, although doing so may affect certain features or functionality of the website.
Changes to this Policy
This Privacy Policy may be amended from time to time without prior notice. The version appearing on this page shall govern the collection and use of information at the relevant time.
Contact
Questions concerning this Privacy Policy may be addressed through the contact information provided elsewhere on this website.