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Privacy & Cookies Policy

Ahmad Abdullatif Alhammadi Law Firm & Legal Consultations (“the Firm”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all personal data processed in connection with its professional activities. This Privacy & Cookies Policy is issued in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 Regarding the Protection of Personal Data (the “PDPL”), the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) (“GDPR”), and other applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.

Scope of Application

This Policy applies to all personal data collected, processed, and stored by the Firm in the course of providing legal services, operating our website, and engaging with clients, counterparties, and third parties. It further applies to the use of cookies and similar technologies on our website.

Categories of Data Processed

We may process the following categories of personal data:

  • Identification details (name, nationality, date of birth, passport/ID details).
  • Contact information (address, telephone number, email address).
  • Professional and business information (employer, role, corporate affiliation).
  • Financial information (where relevant to billing or disputes).
  • Technical information (IP addresses, browser types, access logs, cookies).
  • Special categories of personal data (only where necessary for legal proceedings, and always in compliance with applicable laws).
Lawful Basis for Processing

Processing of personal data shall be lawful where it is:

  • Necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps prior to entering a contract.
  • Required to comply with applicable legal or regulatory obligations.
  • Necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.
  • Carried out with the consent of the data subject, where applicable.
  • Pursued in furtherance of the Firm’s legitimate interests, provided such interests are not overridden by the fundamental rights of the data subject.
Purpose of Processing

We process personal data strictly for the following purposes:

  • Provision of legal and advisory services.
  • Compliance with professional, statutory, and regulatory obligations.
  • Client relationship management and communication.
  • Administration of our website and IT systems.
  • Business development, risk management, and conflict checks.
  • Monitoring, auditing, and maintaining information security.
Data Sharing and Transfers

Personal data may be shared with:

  • Regulatory authorities, courts, arbitral tribunals, and law enforcement agencies as required by law.
  • Professional advisors, consultants, and expert witnesses.
  • IT service providers and secure cloud-hosting providers.
    Where data is transferred outside the UAE or the EEA, the Firm shall ensure adequate safeguards are in place in compliance with the PDPL and GDPR.
Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes set out in this Policy, or as required by applicable law, professional obligations, or regulatory mandates.

Data Subject Rights

In accordance with the PDPL and GDPR, data subjects may exercise the following rights:

  • Right of access to their personal data.
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”) where legally permissible.
  • Right to restrict processing under specified conditions.
  • Right to object to processing on legitimate grounds.
  • Right to data portability, where applicable.
    Requests to exercise these rights shall be made in writing to the Firm at the contact details below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and to collect statistical information through Google Analytics. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to:

  • Monitor website traffic and usage trends.
  • Enhance user experience and optimize content.
  • Identify returning visitors for analytic purposes.

Users may refuse or disable cookies by adjusting browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function correctly as a result.

Information Security

The Firm applies appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of personal data, including encryption, access controls, and incident response protocols.

Professional Secrecy

As legal professionals regulated under UAE law, we are bound by strict duties of confidentiality and legal professional privilege. All information obtained in the course of representation shall be treated with the highest level of discretion.

Amendments to this Policy

This Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in law, regulatory requirements, or Firm practices. Updated versions will be published on our website with the effective date.

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding this Policy or to exercise your rights, please reach out at info@aaalegalfirm.com.