Privacy Policy
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Privacy Policy
This privacy notice outlines ABN Solicitors’ practices regarding the collection, use, and sharing of personal information when you use our services or apply for employment. It explains what data we collect, how we use it, and how long we retain it. Protecting your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your data rights.
Last Updated
This privacy notice was last updated on November 5, 2020. We may update it periodically, and you should review it whenever you visit our website or before providing personal data.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
ABN Solicitors reserves the right to modify this privacy policy as needed. Any updates will be posted on our website and will be available for your review.
Phishing/Hoaxing Schemes
If you receive electronic communication claiming to be from ABN Solicitors requesting sensitive information (such as passwords, PINs, or payment details), do not disclose this information. ABN Solicitors will never request sensitive data in this manner. Report any such incidents to us immediately.
Who We Are
ABN Solicitors is the trading name of ABN Solicitors Ltd, a company providing [describe business services]. For the purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ABN Solicitors is the data controller of any personal data collected.
How We Collect Your Personal Data
We collect and use personal data only for legitimate business purposes. This data may be collected when you:
- Use our services
- Respond to information online
- Provide contact information via our website forms
- Arrange appointments or make inquiries
- Apply for employment with us
- Enter into a contract with us
- Are referred to us by clients, suppliers, or candidates
- Make a complaint
- Provide goods or services to us
- Act as an emergency contact or referee for a job applicant
The Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the data necessary to provide our services and maintain relationships. Data collected may include:
- For clients and suppliers: Name, title, contact details, nationality, identification documents, financial information, and proof of address.
- For employees and job applicants: Name, contact details, date of birth, gender, marital status, education and employment history, emergency contacts, immigration status, identification documents, financial and tax information, health information, and details of any criminal convictions if relevant.
What We Use Your Information For
We process personal data for the following legitimate purposes:
- To understand your requirements and personalize services
- To complete transactions
- For identity verification and security
- To prevent fraud and assess creditworthiness
- For legal and regulatory compliance
- To manage payroll and employment records
- To market our services, with the option to unsubscribe
- To contact you in emergencies or for references
Sharing Your Personal Data
We may share personal data with:
- Regulatory or law enforcement agencies as required by law
- Third-party service providers (e.g., consultants, auditors, IT support)
- Outsourced IT and document storage providers with appropriate safeguards
- Individuals and organizations related to employment applications or references
- Prospective new owners in the event of a merger or acquisition
Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to be informed: You have the right to know how we use your data.
- Right of access: You can request confirmation of the data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification: You can update inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Right to restrict processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your data.
- Right to data portability: You can request the transfer of your data to another company.
- Right to object: You can object to the processing of your data for certain purposes, including direct marketing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this notice.