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Privacy Policy

Introduction:

Your privacy is important to Camatta Lempens.  Camatta Lempens acts in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (“APPs”) in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).  This policy sets out:

I.  Collection of information (what information is collected and how?);

II.  Storage of your information - security;

III.  Use of your information;

IV.  Disclosure of your information;

V.  Your rights;

VI.  Contact and further information;

Please read this Policy Carefully together with our disclaimer and copyright statements.

Personal information in this policy and as defined in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) means information or an opinion about an identified individual, or an individual who is reasonably identifiable whether the information or opinion is true or not; and whether the information or opinion is recorded in a material form or not.

I.  Collection of information (what information is collected and how?);

Camatta Lempens may collect personal information from you in the course of our business.  This policy applies when Camatta Lempens receives personal information from you, our clients or other third parties including in the following circumstances:

  • when you visit Camatta Lempens’ website;
  • when you contact or request information from Camatta Lempens;
  • when Camatta Lempens provide legal services to you or the organisation you work for;
  • as a result of your relationship with one or more of our clients and/or staff; and
  • if you are an alumni of the firm.

The personal information that Camatta Lempens collect includes:

  • basic information, such as your name and date of birth, company you work for, occupation, and relationship to a person;
  • contact information, such as your email, residential and postal addresses andyour telephone number(s).
  • financial information, including payment details;
  • technical information, including that relating to communications Camatta Lempens sends you electronically;
  • photographs;
  • ‘sensitive information’, such as health information and criminal record;
  • other information that assists us in conducting our business.

If the personal information Camatta Lempens request is not provided, Camatta Lempens may be unable to supply complete services.

II.  Storage of your information - security;

How long do Camatta Lempens keep your information?

Camatta Lempens will retain your personal information for as long as is reasonably necessary, subject to legal, accounting and reporting requirements.  In some circumstances, you may request that Camatta Lempens delete your information.

How do Camatta Lempens protect your personal information?

Camatta Lempens value your privacy and take reasonable steps to ensure that your information is kept protected in accordance with the APPs.  Camatta Lempens’ personnel are required to respect the confidentiality of personal information and the privacy of individuals, and personal information is held securely in paper or electronic files.  Camatta Lempens takes all reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse and loss, and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

Where required by law, Camatta Lempens will notify you and any relevant authority of data security breaches.

III.  Use of your information;

Camatta Lempens may use your personal information in conducting our business, including:

  • to provide our services and advice;
  • to maintain and develop our relationship with you;
  • to monitor our business and facilitate our internal operations;
  • to process and respond to requests or complaints received from you;
  • where necessary for the performance of a contract; and
  • where necessary to comply with legal or regulatory obligations, including those relating to accounting, reporting and professional obligations.

Camatta Lempens may also use your personal information for other purposes that you consent to or that are permitted by law. This may include some secondary purpose related to the purpose for which Camatta Lempens collected your information. If you do not wish for your information to be used as above, please contact us, using the contact details provided below.

IV.  Disclosure of your information;

General Disclosure

Camatta Lempens may disclose your personal information (including sensitive information, in limited circumstances) for the purpose for which it was collected:
within Camatta Lempens, except where unable to do so as a result of confidentiality obligations;

  • to Courts, tribunals and regulatory authorities;
  • to entities that assist us in providing services (such as specialist consultants and barristers);
  • to entities that Camatta Lempens are obliged or authorised to provide the information by law; and
  • anyone else to whom you authorise us to disclose the information.

Camatta Lempens may also disclose your personal information for other secondary purposes related to the purpose for which Camatta Lempens collected your personal information, where you might reasonably expect us to disclose the information.  Camatta Lempens will not disclose personal information to a third party if not required, permitted or authorised by law.  Camatta Lempens do not sell, rent or otherwise make personal information commercially available to third parties, unless you have provided consent. 

If Camatta Lempens disclose your personal information to a third party who is overseas, Camatta Lempens will take reasonable steps to ensure that they do not breach the APPs.

V.  Your rights;

General

If you would like to request a copy of your personal information, or would like to exercise any of your rights please contact us as set out below.  Camatta Lempens may refuse to provide access where the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) provides for refusal.
Camatta Lempens endeavour to make sure that personal information Camatta Lempens hold is accurate, complete and up-to-date.  You are also entitled to request that Camatta Lempens rectify any error in the personal information held by us.  If you would like to make a correction to your personal information, please contact us as set out below.

VI.  Contact and further information;

This policy will be reviewed from time to time in order to reflect changes to the law, professional environment, and our business.  If you have any questions about this policy, or want to submit a written complaint about how Camatta Lempens handle your information, please contact us at:

Camatta Lempens Pty Ltd Lawyers,
Level 1, 345 King William Street,
Adelaide SA 5000

Telephone: +61 8 8410 0211
Email: reception@camattalempens.com.au

If you make a privacy complaint, Camatta Lempens will respond to let you know how your complaint will be handled.  Camatta Lempens may ask you for further details, consult with other parties and keep records regarding your complaint.

Disclaimer

General Information and accuracy:

This website is provided by Camatta Lempens Pty Ltd (“Camatta Lempens”). Its contents provide general information only, and do not constitute legal advice.  You should always seek appropriate legal advice for your circumstances and situation. Camatta Lempens takes no responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever that may arise from reliance on the contents of this website.  Your use of this website does not create a solicitor-client relationship between you and Camatta Lempens.

This website is updated regularly to keep information reasonably up to date however there may be delays, omissions, and errors that affect its accuracy.  Content that was accurate at the time of writing may no longer reflect current law or practices.  Camatta Lempens takes no responsibility for any loss or damage whatsoever that may arise from reliance on the contents of this website.

Liability:

Camatta Lempens make no representations, warranties or guarantees as to the reliability or security of this website.

Third Party Links:

Any links to third party sites are provided for your convenience and information only. Camatta Lempens takes no responsibility for any content on or linked to third party websites. In providing the link Camatta Lempens does not endorse a third party site’s material or assume responsibility for its accuracy.  You must make your own decision on the linked website’s privacy policies and terms of use.

Applicable law:

This website is governed by the laws of South Australia, Australia.