Privacy Policy Statement

Kenney Legal (ABN 29272041436)

At Kenney Legal we are dedicated to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy Statement outlines our commitment to respecting your privacy, the measures we take to protect your information, and how we collect, use, and store your personal information in compliance with Australian privacy laws.

Respecting Your Privacy

We understand the importance of maintaining respecting your privacy and confidentiality. As legal practitioners, we understand that trust is fundamental to our client relationships, and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and sensitive information is essential to upholding that trust.

Our commitment to respecting your privacy is not only a legal obligation but also a core value that guides our interactions and practices. We understand that you entrust us with sensitive information when seeking legal advice and representation, and we take this responsibility seriously.

Respecting your privacy means safeguarding your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse. We have implemented robust data security measures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your information at all times.

Additionally, we adhere to strict confidentiality standards, both within our firm and when interacting with external parties. We understand the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of our communications and client matters, whether in-person, via email, or through other channels.

Our commitment to respecting your privacy is integral to our mission of providing you with high-quality legal services while fostering trust and confidence in our practice. Your privacy and confidentiality are paramount considerations in everything we do at Kenney Legal.

How We Protect Your Personal Information

We employ stringent measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes maintaining appropriate data security parameters, such as encryption, firewalls, secure servers and professional Antivirus systems. We do not sell your personal information to third parties, and we only disclose it with your consent or as required by law.

The safeguarding of our customers' personal information is a cornerstone of our commitment to excellence and trustworthiness, thus we utilise up-to-date technology-based measures to ensure the protection of your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse.

Our data security protocols encompass state-of-the-art technologies, including encryption, firewalls, and secure servers, to fortify the integrity of your information. We consistently review and update our security infrastructure to mitigate potential risks and maintain compliance with industry standards and legal requirements.

Moreover, we do not sell or disclose your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent, unless mandated by law. Our policy dictates that we only share your information with trusted third parties when necessary to deliver our legal services effectively, and we ensure that these entities adhere to the same stringent privacy standards as we do.

Furthermore, our staff undergoes rigorous training to uphold the highest levels of confidentiality and privacy compliance in handling your personal information. We are committed to fostering a culture of responsibility and accountability across all levels of our organisation to safeguard your privacy with the utmost diligence and care.

Your trust is paramount to us, and we are dedicated to preserving the confidentiality and security of your personal information at all times.

When the Policy Applies to You

This Privacy Policy applies to you when you access our website or social media pages, provide us with information, or engage our services at Kenney Legal. By interacting with us in any of these ways, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this policy.

Type of Personal Information Obtained

We may collect various types of personal information necessary to assist with your legal matters, including your name, contact details, identification documents, financial information, and other relevant details required to provide legal advice and representation. We ensure that the information collected is limited to what is necessary for the provision of our services.

Sensitive Information

We recognise the sensitivity of certain types of information and take extra precautions to protect it. Sensitive information, such as health, banking or other sensitive material, is maintained on a data protected database and accessed only by authorised personnel.

Why We Collect Your Information

We collect your personal information for the primary purpose of providing legal services to you. This includes communicating with you, managing your legal matters, complying with legal obligations, and improving our services. We collect only the information necessary for these purposes and assure you that your information is always kept private and used solely for the benefit of Kenney Legal and its clients.

Detail of Safety Measures 

We prioritise the safety and protection of our customers' private information. Our stringent safety measures include the implementation of advanced encryption techniques, secure data storage protocols, and access controls to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure of sensitive information. Additionally, we conduct regular security audits and staff training sessions to ensure compliance with the highest standards of data security and privacy. Our commitment to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of our customers' private information is unwavering, and we continuously strive to enhance our security measures to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities effectively. You can trust that your privacy is our top priority.

Governance

This privacy policy is governed by Australian Privacy and Consumer Laws. We adhere to the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) outlined in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), ensuring that your personal information is handled in accordance with these laws. Our commitment to protecting your privacy extends to compliance with relevant consumer protection legislation, providing you with transparency, accountability, and the highest standards of privacy protection. Should you have any concerns or questions regarding our privacy practices or how your personal information is handled, please contact us for further assistance.

Cookies, Web beacons, and Google-based analytics

Tracking technologies such as cookies, web beacons, and Google Analytics may be utilised on our website periodically.

These tools, while not disclosing your email address to us, enable third-party entities such as Google, Facebook and Instagram to track your online activities for retargeting purposes. Should you voluntarily provide personal information on our website, it may be associated with data stored in cookies.

Web beacons monitor your interactions with our website and gather insights into your browsing behavior.

Additionally, we may employ Google Analytics intermittently to gather and analyse website usage data.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

Kenney Legal 

Croydon Hills, Victoria 3136

m: 0478 231 006

e: info@kenneylegal.com.au

Last Updated: 11 March 2024