Privacy Policy

Introduction

Talon Legal ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance of Hong Kong.

What Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data through various means:

• Contact Forms: Name, email address, phone number, and message content when you contact us
• Client Engagement: Additional information necessary to provide legal advisory services
• Website Usage: Information about how you interact with our website through analytics
• Cookies: Technical information collected through cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use personal data for the following purposes:

• Responding to your inquiries and providing legal advisory services
• Sending you information about our services (with your consent)
• Analysing website usage to improve our services
• Complying with legal obligations
• Maintaining client records and engagement history
• Professional development and training (anonymised where possible)

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Contractual Necessity: Data required to deliver legal services you've engaged us for
• Your Consent: Where you've explicitly agreed to specific data processing
• Legitimate Interest: Where we have a lawful interest in processing data (e.g., client relationship management)
• Legal Obligation: Where required by Hong Kong law or professional standards

Data Retention

We retain personal data for the following periods:

• Client Data: For the duration of our engagement and for 7 years thereafter (to comply with professional obligations)
• Inquiry Data: For 12 months or until you request deletion
• Website Analytics: Typically 12 months
• Cookie Data: As specified in our Cookie Policy

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Cloud hosting providers, email services, and analytics platforms (all bound by confidentiality)
• Legal Requirements: When required by Hong Kong law or court order
• Professional Advisers: With your consent and where necessary for service delivery

Data Protection Measures

We implement the following security measures:

• Encrypted storage for sensitive client information
• Secure servers with appropriate access controls
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Staff training on data protection obligations
• Confidentiality agreements with all service providers

Your Privacy Rights

Under Hong Kong's Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: You can request access to personal data we hold about you
• Right to Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain processing activities
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for processing at any time
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: You can lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for detailed information about cookies and how to manage your preferences.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information promptly.

International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside Hong Kong, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, consistent with Hong Kong data protection standards.

Contact for Privacy Matters

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Talon Legal
Email: privacy@{{DOMAIN}}
Address: Room 4015, 40/F, Tower 6, The Gateway, 9 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 3268 9417

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.