Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
Lababidi Solicitors is a law firm dedicated to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect information such as your name, contact details, financial records, and identification documents necessary for legal representation and compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.
3. Why We Collect It
Data collection is essential for performing our legal services, fulfilling our contractual obligations to you, and meeting our regulatory requirements as a solicitors' practice.
4. How We Use and Share Data
We use your data strictly for legal matters. We may share information with third parties such as barristers, expert witnesses, or regulatory bodies like the SRA, when necessary for your case or legal compliance.
5. Legal Basis
We process data under the basis of contractual necessity, legal obligation, and legitimate interests in providing professional legal advice.
6. Security and Retention
Your data is protected by robust encryption and access controls. We retain your files for a minimum of six years in accordance with professional indemnity insurance and regulatory guidelines.
7. Individuals’ Rights
You have the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data, as well as the right to data portability and to object to certain processing activities.
8. Data Protection Complaints Process
If you have concerns about our data handling, please contact our Data Protection Officer. Under the Data User Accountability Act (DUAA) 2025, we are committed to transparent reporting. If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the ICO.
9. ICO Contact Details
Information Commissioner’s Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF. Helpline: 0303 123 1113. Website: www.ico.org.uk
10. Changes to This Policy
We keep our privacy policy under regular review. Any changes will be published on this page. This policy was last updated in October 2023.