Privacy Policy

Who we are 

Njukimlegal is an online law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services while safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our clients, partners, employees, vendors, and visitors. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with Nigeria Data Protection Act ensuring that your information is used responsibly and securely.

The Information We Collect

We collect various types of personal data from you, depending on your relationship with us and the services you use. This includes:

-Personal Identification Data:

Name, date of birth, contact address, telephone number, email address, nationality, gender,profession e.g Job Title or Position, Company Name, Occupation/Industry and other relevant details

– Technical Data: IP address, MAC address, IMEI number, IMSI number, and other technical identifiers related to your use of our online services.

– Special Categories of Data: This may include sensitive information such as and other similar data where required for legal purposes.

How We Collect and Use Your Data

• Through the Users interactions with our websites
• Web forms
• Use of cookies, etc

At Njunkim Legal, we are committed to ensuring the privacy and security of your personal information. We collect and use your data in the following ways:

• Service Delivery: To provide and improve our legal services, respond to your inquiries, and fulfil your requests.
• Communication: To communicate with you about updates, promotional offers, and other relevant information about our services e.g newsletters,webinars etc.
• Personalization: To structure our services to your preferences and improve your overall experience.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with the legal requirements in line with the NDPR, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Consent and Access Rights

Njunkim Legal is dedicated to protecting your rights regarding your personal information. Here’s how we handle your consent and access rights:

Consent:

• Obtaining Consent: By using our website and services, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at admin[@]njunkimlegal.com.
• Minors: We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18 without parental consent. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Access Rights:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. To exercise this right, please contact us at admin[@]njunkimlegal.com.
• Right to Rectification: If you believe that any information we are holding on you is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or update it.
• Right to Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances such as legal obligation, withdrawal of consent by client, when Data was unlawfully processed and when the client objects to the processing of their data . For more information, please reach out to us.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request the restriction of processing your personal data under specific conditions.
• Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data if you believe your rights outweigh our legitimate interests in processing your data.

Data Security

 We take the security of your data very seriously and we follow the standards set by law to protect your sensitive information. The measures we use include:

• Our Systems are protected by firewalls to prevent unauthorised access.
• We encrypt the data shared to us over the internet. 
• Only authorised personnel have access to your data.
• We Conduct security assessments to identify and prevent potential data breaches. 
• No method of information transmission  is impenetrable,while we implement a strong security system, we cannot guarantee absolute security.Please be aware that any transmission of data over the internet is done at your own risk.

Data Limitation and Retention 

• We collect and process Personal Data only to the extent necessary for the specific purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We ensure that the data collected is relevant and limited. 
• We will retain your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes in which it was collected.Once your Personal Data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

Breach Notification and Breach Management Procedure 

In the event of a data breach that compromises your Personal Data, we are committed to promptly identifying and mitigating the breach. Should a breach occur, we will assess its impact and risk to your rights and, where necessary, notify you and the appropriate regulatory authorities without undue delay.

Our breach management procedure includes:

• Immediate containment and investigation of the breach.
• Notification to affected individuals and regulatory bodies within the required timeframes.
• Remediation measures to mitigate risks and prevent future breaches.

Data Privacy Impact Assessments 

To ensure that we handle Personal Data in a manner that respects privacy rights and minimises risks, we may conduct Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) when implementing  services or processing activities that could significantly affect your privacy.

These assessments help us identify potential data protection risks and establish appropriate safeguards to address them, ensuring compliance with  data protection laws.

Transfer of personal data

Your Personal Data may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction .By consenting to this Privacy Policy and submitting your information, you agree to this transfer.

The Firm will take all reasonable measures to ensure that your data is treated securely and in compliance with this Privacy Policy. No transfer of your Personal Data will occur to any organisation or country unless adequate controls are in place, including measures to protect the security of your data and other personal information.

Understanding Data Collection and Usage 

In Nigeria, law firms are required to adhere to specific data protection regulations, such as the Data Protection Regulation (DPR) and the Cybercrime Act. These laws outline how firms must collect, store, and use your personal data.

Common Data Collection Practices:

Client Information: This includes your name, contact details, address, identification documents, and financial information.

Case-Specific Data: This might involve details about your legal matter, evidence, correspondence, and any sensitive information relevant to your case.

Electronic Communications: Emails, phone calls, and other digital interactions between you and the law firm.

How Your Data is Used:

Providing Legal Services: The firm uses your data to understand your legal needs, research your case, and represent you effectively.

Communication and Updates: The firm use your contact information to keep you informed about your case’s progress, send invoices, and schedule appointments.

Compliance with Legal Requirements: The firm complies with various legal obligations, which may involve collecting and using your data.

Your Access Rights:

Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of your personal data held by the law firm.

Right to Rectification: If you believe your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections.

Right to Erasure: In certain circumstances, you may request the deletion of your data.

Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that the law firm limits the processing of your data.

How to Exercise Your Rights:

To exercise your rights, you should typically submit a written request to the firm. The firm may require you to provide proof of your identity.

Important Considerations:

Data Security: The firm has a duty to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or alteration and implement appropriate security measures.

Data Retention: The firm retains your data for a specified period, often determined by legal requirements or the nature of the case.

Data Breaches: In the event of a data breach, the firm is obligated to notify you and take steps to mitigate the harm.

 Violation of Privacy

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and take any violations seriously. If you believe your privacy has been violated or your personal information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at admin@njukimlegal.com.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

 Changes and updates can be made to the Privacy Policy and due notifications shall be made. 

 How to Contact Us

You can reach us through various social media platforms by our handle. 

LinkedIn: NJUNKIM Legal

Facebook: njunkimlegal 

X(FORMERLY TWITTER) : @njunkimlegal 

Instagram: njunkimlegal 

Email: njunkimlegal@gmail.com