PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy 

This Policy outlines how Tallay Law may gather personal information from you, how it will be handled and how you may request access to the personal information we have on file. 

Please be advised that all information received from you is strictly confidential. Our firm takes every step possible to protect your privacy. The data submitted to Tallay law is only held for lawful purposes, in accordance with the National Privacy Principles, as outlined in the Privacy Act 1988 (as amended). 

Collection

Tallay Law will only collect necessary personal information from you or your authorised representatives to fulfill our legal obligations while acting as your representative.

Personal information includes information or opinions that can identify you (e.g., home or business address, date of birth, phone number, etc.).

Use of Personal Information

Tallay Law will use this information for the following purposes:

· Acting as your legal representative during your current and any future matters.

· Communication, both written and verbal, during your current and future matters.

· Any reason directly related to the service we are providing to you.

Please note that this may involve disclosing your information to a third party (i.e. a barrister, expert witness or third party (on your instructions). 

Tallay Law may also use your personal information for the following secondary purposes:

· Communicating information that you may find of interest.

· Informing you of changes in the law that may affect you.

· Informing you of seminars and events associated with Tallay Law.

· Statistical purposes.

Tallay Law is bound by professional obligations of confidentiality and legal professional privilege. We will continue to treat and protect information we receive (including any personal information) in accordance with these obligations.

Security 

We hold predominately electronic records and incorporate various security measures, including restricting access to our records and keeping a secure database to keep personal information secure from misuse, loss or unauthorised use or disclosure.

Please note, however, the Internet is not a secure environment. If you use the Internet to send us any information, including your email address, it is sent at your own risk.

Access

You have the right to access most personal information we hold about you, with some exceptions applicable under the National Privacy Principles. Should you wish to obtain access to such information or have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact our office.