What type of data do you collect?

We collect data you provide directly (like name, email, and case details through contact forms) and automatically collected technical data (like IP address and browser type) to improve website functionality.

How is my personal and case-related data used?

Your data is used strictly for legitimate purposes: to respond to your inquiries, provide the legal research services you engaged us for, manage our client relationship, and comply with legal obligations. Confidential case information is used exclusively for fulfilling our engagement.

Do you share my data with third parties?

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. Information is only shared in limited, necessary circumstances, such as with your own legal counsel, with trusted service providers under strict confidentiality agreements, or if required by law.

How do you protect my data?

We implement reasonable and appropriate administrative, technical, and physical security measures, including SSL encryption and strict access controls, to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or destruction.

How long do you keep my data?

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected. Data from client engagements is retained for the duration of the engagement and for a subsequent period as required by law, after which it is securely deleted.

What are my rights regarding my personal data under Indian law?

Under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have the right to access, correct, or request the erasure of your personal data. You also have the right to withdraw your consent for data processing and to seek grievance redressal.

Who can I contact for privacy-related concerns or grievances?

For any questions or grievances regarding our Privacy Policy or your data, please contact our Grievance Officer, Avneesh Mishra, at privacy@avneeshmishra.com.

Privacy Policy | Avneesh Mishra & AM Legal | DPDP Act 2023

1. Introduction

AM Legal Research & Advisory ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients and website users ("you"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, process, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, avneeshmishra.com (the "Site"), or engage our services. Our practices are in compliance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).

2. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of data:

Personal Data You Provide: This includes information you voluntarily provide through our contact forms, email communications, or during consultations, such as your name, email address, phone number, and details of your inquiry.
Confidential Case Information: For the purpose of providing our legal research and advisory services, you may provide us with highly sensitive information, including case files, personal details of parties involved, and other confidential documents. This data is treated with the highest level of discretion.
Automatically Collected Data: When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect standard technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data through cookies and server logs to improve our Site's functionality.

3. How We Use Your Data (Purpose of Processing)

Your data is processed only for specific, legitimate purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you.
To provide the legal research, analysis, and advisory services you have engaged us for.
To manage our client relationship, including billing and administration.
To improve our website's performance, content, and user experience.
To comply with our legal and regulatory obligations under Indian law.

Crucially, all Confidential Case Information is used solely and exclusively for the purpose of fulfilling our engagement with you or your legal counsel. It is never used for any other purpose.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Our legal basis for processing your personal data under the DPDP Act is primarily your consent. By using our contact form, emailing us, or formally engaging our services, you are providing your clear consent for us to process your data for the purposes outlined above. For automatically collected data, we rely on "legitimate uses" for purposes such as ensuring the security and functionality of our Site.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise transfer your personal data to outside parties. We may only share your information in the following limited circumstances:

With Your Legal Counsel: We will share our work product and related information with your advocating lawyer as part of our service.
Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business (e.g., cloud storage providers), under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, a court order, or a government or regulatory authority in India.
With Your Explicit Consent: We will not share your data for any other purpose without obtaining your explicit consent.

6. Data Security

We are committed to protecting your data. We implement reasonable and appropriate administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal and confidential information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes the use of SSL encryption for our Site, access controls for sensitive documents, and confidentiality obligations for all personnel. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Data from general inquiries will be retained for a reasonable period to manage communications. Data related to client engagements will be retained for the duration of the engagement and for a subsequent period as required for our professional records or by law. Thereafter, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights as a Data Principal

Under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have certain rights regarding your personal data. You have the right to:

Request access to and obtain a summary of your personal data that we process.
Request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Request the erasure of your personal data that is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.
Withdraw your consent for the processing of your data at any time.
Lodge a complaint or seek grievance redressal if you are not satisfied with our handling of your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Grievance Officer using the details provided below.

9. Cookie Policy

Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us analyze web traffic and remember your preferences. You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. This may, however, prevent you from taking full advantage of the website.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Grievance Officer & Contact Information

In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the DPDP Act, 2023, the name and contact details of the Grievance Officer are provided below. For any questions, concerns, or grievances regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your data, please contact us:

Name: Avneesh Mishra
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Via the Contact Page