Preamble
Introduction
Sampson Cuthbert ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting
your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use,
disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our
website or engage our legal services.
Information We Collect
When you reach out for legal assistance or browse our site, we
gather certain details to serve you effectively:
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Identity & Contact Details: We ask for your name, date and current
address so we can communicate clearly, schedule consultations, and
send important documents.
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Case-Related Data: To represent you properly, we collect facts and
documents relevant to your matter—contracts, financial records, or
other materials you provide.
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Payment Information: When you engage our services, we securely
process payment details to facilitate transactions.
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Technical & Usage Data: Our systems automatically record your IP
address, browser type, and which pages you visit. This helps us
diagnose issues, enhance performance, and understand how visitors
engage with our content.
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Sensitive Information: Occasionally, your case may require us to
handle health details, family circumstances, or financial
histories. We request this only with your explicit consent and
store it under heightened security.
Why We Collect Your Data
Your information allows us to:
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Deliver Tailored Legal Services: Having accurate contact and case
details ensures we can provide precise advice, draft appropriate
documents, and meet critical deadlines.
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Communicate Effectively: With your permission, we send updates,
meeting invitations, and tailored legal alerts—keeping you
informed every step of the way.
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Improve Our Offerings: By analyzing usage patterns, we refine our
website's content and functionality, ensuring you find the
resources you need quickly.
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Comply with Professional Obligations: Certain data is required by
courts or regulators; by collecting it, we fulfill our ethical and
legal duties.
How We Share Your Information
We respect your confidentiality. Your data may be disclosed only in
these limited circumstances:
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With Service Providers: We engage trusted partners—like software
providers, forensic accountants, or technology vendors—to assist
your case. They operate under strict confidentiality agreements
and access only what's necessary.
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For Legal or Regulatory Reasons: If a court order, subpoena, or
regulatory request compels us, we may disclose specific
information, but only to the extent required.
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In a Business Transaction: Should Sampson Cuthbert merge with or
be acquired by another firm, your information remains protected
under the same policy.
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With Your Consent: We will never market or sell your personal data
without your explicit permission.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
Cookies & Similar Technologies
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Performance & Functionality: Cookies remember your display
preferences and login sessions, reducing repeated clicks.
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Security: We detect suspicious activity and prevent unauthorized
access to sensitive pages.
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Behavioral Insights: Anonymous data helps us understand which
pages are most useful, guiding improvements.
You can disable or delete cookies in your browser settings at any
time, but some features like form auto-fill or saved preferences may
no longer function.
Protecting Your Information
We implement robust safeguards, including encryption, firewalls, and
secure data centers to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or
alteration of your data. Access is limited to designated team
members who require it to perform their duties.
Data Retention & Deletion
We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to
provide legal services, comply with professional record-keeping
requirements, or fulfill contractual obligations. Once retention is
no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize your data so it
cannot be reconstructed.
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you have rights regarding your
personal information:
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Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you to verify or
correct any inaccuracies.
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Deletion: Ask us to erase your data when it's no longer needed for
its original purpose.
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Processing Restrictions: Object to certain uses of your data—such
as direct marketing or profiling.
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Consent Withdrawal: If we rely on your consent for sensitive data,
for example, you may revoke it at any time; this will not affect
processing done before withdrawal.
International Transfers
When we share information with experts or partners located outside
your country, we ensure equivalent data protection safeguards—such
as standard contractual clauses—are in place to maintain your
privacy rights.
Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our
practices or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top
will indicate when substantive changes were made. We encourage you
to review this page periodically.