Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FB Solicitors, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients, prospective clients, employees, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data, in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the [UK GDPR / EU GDPR / CCPA / applicable jurisdiction].

2. Who We Are

FB Solicitors is a sole practice registered in England, with office located at:
Address: Suite E & F, The Clock House, Barking, IG11 8EQ
Contact Email: office@fbsolicitors.com
Phone: 0208 264 4800

We act as a Data Controller when processing personal data in connection with legal services.

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Identity Data:Name, title, date of birth, passport or ID details
• Contact Data:Address, email address, phone number
• Financial Data:Bank account details, payment history
• Case-Related Data:Information relevant to legal matters (may include sensitive data such as medical history, criminal records, trade secrets)
• Communication Data:Emails, calls, and meeting notes
• Website Data:IP address, browser type, browsing activity on our website

4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data via:

• Direct interactions (in person, by phone, email, forms)
• Documents you or others provide
• Third parties (e.g., other law firms, courts, financial institutions)
• Public sources (e.g., Companies House, Land Registry)
• Our website and digital services

5. Why We Use Your Data (Legal Basis)

We process personal data for the following purposes:

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

• Courts, regulators, law enforcement (when required)
• Third-party service providers (e.g., IT, document storage, cloud software)
• Counsel, experts, or other professional advisers
• Financial institutions or counterparties (with your consent or as required)
• Regulatory or legal bodies (e.g., SRA, ICO, Bar Council)

We require all third parties to respect the security of your data and process it in accordance with the law.

7. International Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside the UK/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• Adequacy decisions by the UK Government or European Commission
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)

8. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies. These may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device and usage data

Cookie types used:

• Essential cookies
• Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Functionality cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser or on our website cookie banner.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

• The purposes outlined above
• Legal, regulatory, or accounting requirements
• Our firm’s legitimate interests

Typically, files are retained for 6 years after the matter concludes, unless otherwise required.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
• Lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority (e.g., ICO in the UK)

To exercise your rights, please contact: office@fbsolicitors.com

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data, including:

• Encrypted storage and communication
• Access controls and confidentiality agreements
• Regular audits and staff training

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website and effective as of the update date. We recommend reviewing it periodically.