At Beran Law Pty Ltd (beran.law, we, us , our) your privacy matters to us. We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly and in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles. If you interact with us from outside Australia, we also aim to meet international standards such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant U.S. privacy laws.
This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to keep it secure.
1. What Information We Collect
Depending on your relationship with us, we may collect:
- Your contact details (name, role, address, email, phone)
- Information you provide through our website or forms
- Details about your circumstances and matters you engage us for
- Records of communications and event attendance
- Employment-related information if you apply for a role with us
- Supplier details such as services, pricing, and business capabilities
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information in several ways, including when:
- You contact us or make an enquiry
- You subscribe to updates or attend an event
- You engage us for legal services
- You provide details via our website
- Information is shared with us by a client or third party (e.g., courts, regulators)
Where possible, we collect information directly from you. Sometimes, we may receive information from other sources such as clients, service providers, or public records.
Please note: We are required to collect accurate name and address details for clients to comply with legal and trust account obligations. Without this information, we cannot act for you.
3. Why We Collect and Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Deliver legal and compliance services
- Respond to enquiries and manage client relationships
- Provide access to resources such as webinars
- Keep you informed about legal developments and our services (you can opt out anytime)
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements
4. Who We Share Information With
Subject to confidentiality obligations, we may share information with:
- Courts, regulators, and parties involved in your matter
- Service providers who assist us with technology, marketing, auditing, or business support
- Overseas providers, including those in the United States, for technology and operational purposes
We may also disclose information where required by law or in response to legal processes such as subpoenas or court orders.
5. International Transfers
Some of our service providers are located outside Australia. We take steps to ensure your information remains protected, including contractual safeguards and compliance with applicable laws.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU Residents)
If you are in the European Union, you have rights including:
- Access to your personal data
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your data in certain circumstances
- Restriction or objection to processing
- Data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
7. U.S. Privacy Considerations
If you are in the United States, you may have rights under state privacy laws (such as CCPA), including:
- Requesting access to personal information we hold
- Requesting deletion of your personal information
- Opting out of certain data sharing practices
8. Marketing Communications
We may send you newsletters or updates about our services. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in our emails or contacting us directly.
9. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, and unauthorised access. This includes secure offices, restricted access, and technical safeguards.
10. Access and Correction
You can request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us. We aim to respond within 30 days unless restricted by law. In some cases, we may refuse access (for example, if it would impact another person’s privacy or breach legal obligations).
11. Complaints
If you have concerns about how we handle your information, please contact us first. If you are not satisfied, you can contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at www.oaic.gov.au.
12. Contact Us
www.beran.law
privacy@beran.law