Privacy Policy
As a sole practitioner licensed to practise law in Ontario, I am committed to protecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), the Law Society of Ontario’s Rules of Professional Conduct, and other applicable laws.
1. My Commitment to You
Your privacy is important to me. As a lawyer, I have a professional obligation to maintain the confidentiality of all information I receive within a solicitor-client relationship. I collect, use, and disclose personal information only as required to provide you with legal services and to comply with my professional and legal obligations.
2. What Personal Information I Collect
I may collect personal information such as:
– Your name, address, contact information, and date of birth
– Identification documents
– Financial information, including banking or asset details (as relevant to your matter)
– Information about your family, employment, health, or legal issues
– Any other personal details necessary for your legal matter
I only collect information that is relevant and necessary to serve you.
3. How I Use Your Information
I use your personal information to:
– Provide legal advice and services
– Communicate with you about your matter
– Manage client relationships
– Fulfill my legal and professional obligations
– Maintain accurate records for billing, accounting, and compliance purposes
4. How I Obtain Consent
By retaining me to act on your behalf, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this policy. In some cases, I may ask you to provide written consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual limitations and reasonable notice.
5. Disclosure of Your Information
I do not disclose your personal information to anyone without your consent, except as required or permitted by law. For example, I may disclose information:
When required by a court order or legal process
To other parties involved in your matter, with your consent
To service providers (such as a bookkeeper or IT professional), who are bound by confidentiality obligations
To regulatory authorities as required by the Law Society of Ontario
6. Storing and Safeguarding Your Information
I take reasonable precautions to keep your personal information safe, including:
Physical security measures (e.g., locked filing cabinets)
Digital safeguards (e.g., password-protected devices and secure email)
Limiting access to personal information to those who need it for legitimate purposes
I retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
7. Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to your personal information or ask for corrections if you believe any information I hold is inaccurate or incomplete. To make such a request, please contact me in writing.
8. Website Privacy
If my website collects information (such as through a contact form or cookies), I will clearly inform you at the point of collection. I do not use your information for any purpose other than to respond to your inquiry or improve my services.
9. Questions or Concerns
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact me directly:
Alexander Heath
Alexander Heath Lawyer & Notary
51 King Street East, Suite 201
613-342-1866
Alex@alexanderheath.ca
I take privacy concerns seriously and will respond promptly to any concerns you may have.