Privacy Policy

At LegalWorks Solutions, protecting your personal information is not just a legal obligation—it's a fundamental commitment to the trust you place in our legal services. We understand that when you seek legal guidance, confidentiality and privacy are paramount to your peace of mind and protection.

This comprehensive privacy policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage your personal information in accordance with Canadian privacy legislation and international best practices. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection while providing exceptional legal services.

Effective Date: July 15, 2025 | Last Updated: July 22, 2025

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you engage with our legal services, we collect information necessary to provide professional assistance and maintain our client relationship:

  • Contact Details: Full name, business title, enterprise information, and communication preferences
  • Legal Service Information: Service inquiries, legal needs assessment, case details, and consultation requests
  • Business Information: Company structure, industry sector, compliance requirements, and legal history
  • Communication Records: Correspondence, meeting notes, legal advice provided, and service agreements
  • Financial Information: Billing details, payment preferences, and service agreement terms (processed securely)

Legal Basis: This information is collected based on your consent and our legitimate interest in providing legal services under attorney-client privilege.

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain technical information to improve our website functionality and security:

  • Website Analytics: Page views, session duration, user journey patterns, and interaction data
  • Technical Data: Browser type, operating system, device information, and connection details
  • Security Information: IP addresses, access logs, security event monitoring, and fraud prevention data
  • Performance Data: Site loading times, error reports, and functionality usage patterns

Retention Period: Technical data is retained for 24 months for security analysis and 12 months for performance optimization.

Third-Party Information Sources

In certain circumstances, we may receive information from trusted third-party sources for legal research and verification:

  • Legal Databases: Public legal records, court filings, and regulatory information relevant to your case
  • Business Directories: Publicly available corporate information and industry databases
  • Professional Networks: Referral information from trusted legal professionals and business partners
  • Government Sources: Regulatory compliance records and official business registrations

How We Use Your Information

Primary Legal Services

  • Providing comprehensive legal consultation and advisory services
  • Conducting legal research and case preparation activities
  • Managing client relationships and maintaining legal documentation
  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Business Operations

  • Processing billing and payment for legal services rendered
  • Improving our legal service offerings and client experience
  • Maintaining security and preventing fraud or unauthorized access
  • Complying with professional legal ethics and regulatory obligations

Data Protection and Security Measures

Technical Security

  • • Bank-level encryption for all data transmission and storage
  • • Multi-factor authentication for all system access
  • • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • • Secure cloud infrastructure with redundant backups
  • • Intrusion detection and monitoring systems

Access Controls

  • • Strict role-based access permissions
  • • Regular access reviews and updates
  • • Employee security training and certification
  • • Confidentiality agreements for all staff
  • • Immediate access revocation upon departure

Data Breach Response Protocol

In the unlikely event of a security incident affecting your personal information, we have comprehensive response procedures:

Immediate Containment

Security incident isolation within 2 hours

Impact Assessment

Complete risk analysis within 24 hours

Client Notification

Direct communication within 72 hours

Your Privacy Rights and Data Control

Fundamental Rights

Right to Access

Request complete details about personal information we hold about you

Right to Rectification

Correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of personal data when no longer necessary

Additional Controls

Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format

Right to Object

Object to processing for marketing or research purposes

Consent Withdrawal

Withdraw consent for specific processing activities

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights or make inquiries about your personal information, contact our Data Protection Officer through our secure contact system. We will respond to all requests within 30 days and may require identity verification for security purposes.

Important Note: Some rights may be limited when information is subject to attorney-client privilege or required for legal compliance. We will explain any limitations that apply to your specific request.

Policy Updates and Contact Information

Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated through our website and direct notification to existing clients.

  • • Policy changes effective 30 days after notification
  • • Continued use implies acceptance of updated terms
  • • Significant changes require explicit consent
  • • Previous versions archived for reference

Questions and Concerns

Our commitment to privacy extends beyond this policy. We welcome questions, concerns, and feedback about our data protection practices and are here to help you understand and exercise your privacy rights.

For privacy-related inquiries, please use our secure contact form on the main website or request a confidential consultation to discuss data protection concerns.