Rahul Chaudhry & Partners

1. Definitions: For the purposes of this Privacy Policy

• “Data Principal” means an individual to whom the personal data relates, as defined under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
• “Personal Data” means any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data, as defined under applicable data protection laws.
• “You” or “your” means the individual accessing our website, providing personal data to RCY, or otherwise interacting with the Firm in connection with the activities covered under this Privacy Policy.
• “RCY”, “the Firm”, “we”, “us” or “our” refers to Rahul Chaudhry & Partners.

2. Introduction

• Rahul Chaudhry & Partners (“RCY”, “the Firm”, “we”, “us” or “our”) respects the privacy of individuals whose personal data is shared with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and safeguard personal data in connection with our website, legal services, professional interactions and other activities of the Firm.
• This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with applicable Indian laws relating to privacy and data protection, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and applicable rules, the Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable rules, along with professional obligations applicable to advocates.
• We value your privacy, and our organization is committed to safeguarding your information and ensuring its security. Rest assured that we will handle your data with utmost care and respect.

3. Scope of this Policy

• This Privacy Policy applies to personal data collected through RCY’s website and in connection with enquiries, professional interactions and other activities covered by this Policy.
• As a law firm, RCY is also subject to professional obligations relating to confidentiality, client privilege and protection of client information.

4. Personal Data We Collect

Depending on the nature of our interaction, we may collect personal data including:

• Name, contact details and professional information;
• Identification and verification information where required;
• Information provided in connection with legal matters or enquiries;
• Information submitted through applications for internships, employment or other professional opportunities;
• Data collected while using the Website or any mobile applications, including data collected automatically such as device ID, IP Address, web browser type, page views, operating system, timing and frequency of use of the Website or application, application/website navigation.

We collect only such information as is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

5. Use of Personal Data

RCY may use personal data for purposes including:

• Responding to enquiries and providing legal services;
• Communicating with clients, prospective clients and professional contacts;
• Managing legal engagements and maintaining professional records;
• Conducting necessary checks in connection with accepting and managing legal engagements
• Processing internship and recruitment applications;
• Improving our website, services and internal processes;
• Sharing legal updates, publications and insights where appropriate;
• Fulfilling legal, regulatory and professional obligations; and
• Protecting the Firm’s legitimate interests, including maintaining the security of our systems and records.

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Data

RCY may share or disclose personal data where necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, for providing legal services, managing professional relationships, or meeting applicable legal and professional obligations.

Personal data may be shared:

• With RCY’s lawyers, employees, consultants, professional advisors and authorised service providers who require such information for providing legal services or supporting the Firm’s operations;
• With clients or their authorised representatives where necessary in connection with legal matters or services provided by RCY;
• With courts, tribunals, governmental authorities, regulatory bodies or other persons where disclosure is required under applicable law, legal process or professional obligations; and
• With third parties where authorised by the relevant Data Principal or otherwise permitted under applicable law.
• Where RCY engages third-party service providers for processing personal data on its behalf, such processing is carried out subject to appropriate contractual arrangements and safeguards consistent with applicable data protection requirements.
• RCY endeavours to ensure that personal data shared with third parties is limited to what is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose and is handled in accordance with applicable law, confidentiality obligations and professional responsibilities.

RCY does not sell or commercially exploit personal data.

7. Data Security

• RCY maintains appropriate administrative, technical and organisational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss or misuse.
• These measures are implemented having regard to the nature of the personal data processed and applicable legal and professional obligations.
• While the Firm takes reasonable steps to safeguard personal data, no method of electronic storage, processing or transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Retention of Personal Data

• RCY retains personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal, regulatory and professional obligations, maintain records of legal engagements and protect legitimate interests.

9. Cookies and Website Information

• Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, understand website usage and improve functionality.
• Users may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

10. Your Rights

• Subject to applicable law, individuals may have rights relating to their personal data, including the right to access, update, correct or request deletion of personal data, and withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Requests relating to personal data may be submitted to RCY through the contact details provided below. Such requests will be considered and handled in accordance with applicable law, including applicable requirements relating to verification, retention of records, legal obligations and professional responsibilities.

11. Third-Party Websites

• Our website may contain links to third-party websites. RCY is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security measures of such third-party websites.
• Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external websites before providing personal information.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

• RCY may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, our practices or services.
• The updated version will be made available on this website.
• We may not be able to separately notify you of the revisions each time we make them. We encourage you to check this page periodically for modifications or corrections to the Privacy Policy to understand how it affects the use of your Information. We will not be responsible for your failure to remain informed about such changes.

13. Grievance Officer / Privacy Contact

• If you have any questions, concerns or grievances regarding the processing of your personal data or this Privacy Policy, you may contact:

Grievance Officer

Mansi Arora
mansi.arora@rahulchaudhry.com

• RCY will address such requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and applicable rules.