Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 01/01/206
Farid & Partners Legal Consultants (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects the privacy rights of our online visitors and subscribers (“you”, “your”). We are committed to protecting the confidentiality and integrity of your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and process your Personal Data in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (the “PDPL”) and other applicable laws within the United Arab Emirates.
- Key Definitions
- Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. This includes data that can identify you directly or indirectly when combined with other information.
- Data Controller: Farid & Partners serves as the controller of your Personal Data, meaning we determine the “how” and “why” your data is processed and are responsible for ensuring our systems remain PDPL-compliant.
- Third-Party Data Responsibilities
If you provide us with Personal Data relating to other individuals (such as family members, colleagues, or employees), you represent that:
- You have the legal authority to provide such data.
- The relevant individuals are aware of the terms of this Privacy Policy.
- The information provided is accurate and up-to-date.
- Scope and External Links
This policy applies solely to our website (https://fnplegal.com). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites linked on our Site. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external site you visit.
- What Personal Data Do We Collect?
We collect various categories of information to provide our legal services and maintain our digital presence:
| Category | Description |
| Basic Data | Name, title, organization, job responsibilities, and contact details (email, phone, address). |
| Compliance Data | Passport copies, government IDs, date of birth, and beneficial ownership details for AML/KYC regulatory requirements. |
| Client Service Data | Information provided during the course of legal instructions, billing/payment history, and feedback. |
| Transaction Data | Personal data contained in legal documents, correspondence, or materials related to legal proceedings. |
| Special Categories | Strictly limited data such as religious beliefs or health data, collected only when essential for legal representation and permitted by law. |
| Marketing & Interaction | Preferences for newsletters, event attendance, professional interests, and email engagement metadata. |
| Device & Technical Data | IP addresses, device identifiers (UDID), cookies, and website usage analytics. |
| Job Applicant Data | CVs and professional history provided in connection with employment opportunities. |
- How Do We Collect Your Data?
We collect information through three primary channels:
- Direct Interaction: Information you provide by filling out forms on our Site, subscribing to publications, or contacting our consultants.
- Automated Website Technologies: As you navigate our Site, we may automatically collect technical data about your equipment and browsing patterns via cookies and server logs.
- Marketing Engagement: We track interactions with our digital newsletters and marketing communications to better tailor our insights to your interests.
- Consent
By visiting https://fnplegal.com, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and processing of your Personal Data as described herein.
- Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under the PDPL, please contact us at:
Farid & Partners Legal Consultants
info@fnplegal.com
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