DATA PRIVACY POLICY
Ching Law Firm
At Ching Law Firm, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients and website visitors. This Data Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173) and other relevant regulations.
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By using our website or engaging with our services, you agree to the collection and use of information as outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
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Personal Identification Data: Name, address, contact number, email address, and other identifying details.
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Professional Information: Job title, company name, and other employment-related information.
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Legal and Financial Information: Documents or information relevant to your legal matters, such as contracts, case details, or billing information.
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Website Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our website, such as IP addresses, cookies, and browsing activity.
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We only collect personal data that is necessary for providing legal services and improving user experience on our website.
How We Use Your Information
Ching Law Firm uses personal data for the following purposes:
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Providing Legal Services: To analyze, manage, and resolve your legal concerns.
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Communication: To contact you regarding legal advice, case updates, consultations, or billing inquiries.
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Website Functionality: To improve the user experience and functionality of our website.
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Compliance with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or court orders.
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Marketing and Updates: If consented, we may use your contact information to provide you with updates on legal services, newsletters, or relevant legal developments.
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We ensure that personal information is used strictly for legitimate business or legal purposes.
How We Protect Your Data
Ching Law Firm takes the following measures to safeguard your personal information:
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Data Encryption: All sensitive data is stored and transmitted securely using encryption technologies.
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Access Controls: We implement strict access control measures to ensure that only authorized personnel can access your information.
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Regular Monitoring: Our systems are continuously monitored for any security breaches, and we take prompt action to rectify any vulnerabilities.
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Third-Party Agreements: If we share data with third parties (e.g., service providers or legal consultants), we ensure they follow strict confidentiality and security protocols.
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Despite these efforts, please note that no data transmission or storage system can guarantee 100% security.
Sharing of Information
We may share your personal information under the following circumstances:
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With Legal Authorities: To comply with court orders, subpoenas, or legal processes.
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With Third-Party Service Providers: For administrative purposes such as IT support, legal consultations, or financial transactions.
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With Consent: If you provide explicit consent for us to share your information for a specific purpose.
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We do not sell or trade personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
As a data subject, you have the following rights under the Philippine Data Privacy Act:
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Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
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Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
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Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data if it is no longer needed for its original purpose or if consent is withdrawn.
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Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a commonly used format or request its transfer to another data controller.
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Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
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To exercise these rights, you can contact us at the details provided below.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files that collect information about your activity on our site, such as page visits or preferences. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
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For more details on our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookies Policy.
Changes to the Policy
We may update this Data Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Data Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
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Ching Law Firm
1 J. Chanyungco Street Sta. Elena, Marikina City
Phone: 711-669-54
Email: contact@chinglawfirm.com