Privacy Policy
Westella Legal is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we manage your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.
1. Collection of Personal Information
We collect personal information that is necessary to provide our legal services, including:
- Full name, contact details, and identification information
- Financial details or payment information
- Information related to your legal matters
- Any other personal information you provide to us voluntarily
We may also collect information through our website, such as cookies or analytics data, to improve our services.
2. How We Collect Your Information
We collect personal information in various ways, including:
- Directly from you (e.g., during consultations, phone calls, or email communication)
- From third parties (e.g., other legal representatives, government bodies, or public sources)
- Through our website and any online forms you complete
3. Use of Personal Information
We use your personal information for purposes related to our legal services, including:
- Providing legal advice and representation
- Managing your case or legal matters
- Processing payments or invoicing
- Communicating with you and other relevant parties
- Complying with legal obligations
We may also use your personal information for marketing purposes, but only if you have provided consent.
4. Disclosure of Personal Information
Westella Legal will not disclose your personal information to third parties unless:
- It is required by law (e.g., court orders or legal processes)
- It is necessary for the provision of legal services (e.g., sharing with barristers or expert witnesses)
- You have consented to the disclosure
We may also disclose personal information to external service providers that assist us with technology support, data storage, or payment processing. These third parties are required to protect your information and comply with privacy obligations.
5. Storage and Security of Personal Information
We take reasonable steps to ensure your personal information is protected from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes the use of secure servers, encryption, and restricted access to personal information within our firm.
While we take all precautions, no transmission of information over the internet is completely secure. As such, any transmission is at your own risk.
6. Accessing and Correcting Your Information
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, and to ask for corrections if you believe any of the information is inaccurate or outdated. To make a request, please contact us at the details provided below.
7. Use of Cookies and Online Data
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies collect anonymous data, such as browser type, pages visited, and your IP address. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, although this may affect your experience on our site.
We may use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to better understand how visitors interact with our website and improve its functionality.
8. Cross-Border Disclosure
Westella Legal does not routinely disclose personal information to overseas recipients. If such disclosure is necessary, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that the overseas recipient complies with Australian privacy laws or similar safeguards.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our legal obligations or the way we handle personal information. Any changes will be posted on our website, so please review the policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to access or correct your personal information, please contact us:
Westella Legal
451 Gardeners Road, Rosebery NSW 2018
Email: admin@westellalegal.com.au
Phone: 02 9011 6963