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Privacy Terms – New Act on Federal Data Protection (nFADP) Compliance

Privacy Policy

Please read these privacy terms carefully, as they apply to your use of the Platform under the domain name www.law-rence.ch (the “Platform”).

1. The Platform

The Platform is operated by the Lawrence Legal Team. It is primarily designed for clients and other individuals interested in Lawrence Legal SA. Given the purpose of the Platform, only limited personal data is processed in connection with it, if any. These privacy terms only govern instances of data processing on the Platform.

2. Data Controller and Contact Details

Lawrence Legal SA, located at 7 Rond-Point de Plainpalais, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland, is the data controller of the Platform and responsible for its operation. For any data protection-related comments or questions, you can reach us at the physical address above (Attention: Chief Operations Officer) or by email at hello@law-rence.ch.

3. What Personal Data Do We Process?

As a matter of principle, Lawrence Legal SA only processes personal data that you have submitted to the Platform. Typically, this data includes your name, email address, country of residence, legal questions, and sometimes your phone number and attachments (if any).

4. Metadata

When you use the Platform, we automatically collect metadata about your browsing session, such as your browser, the IP address of your computer or device, your internet service provider, the site from which you navigated to the Website, the duration of your visit, and the type of device you are using (e.g., a computer, smartphone, or tablet, and the respective operating system). We also keep a record of the pages you view during your visit. This metadata is used to improve the operation of our Platform, for statistical and system administration purposes, which may include ensuring the security of the Platform.

5. Cookies

The Website also uses cookies. The use of cookies is governed by a separate policy.

6. For What Purposes Do We Process Your Personal Data?

We process your personal data to improve your interaction with the Platform according to your request. For example, you might have submitted your data because you want us to contact you regarding a query, or you have subscribed to our newsletters or other publications.

7. On What Legal Basis Do We Process Your Personal Data?

We process your personal data based on your consent. You can revoke this consent at any time (see below).

8. Data Recipients

In connection with the operation of the Platform, Lawrence Legal SA uses service providers. These service providers may process your personal data in connection with their services to us (under appropriate data processing agreements). Depending on the nature of your request, we may also share your personal data with recipients who process your data as data controllers in their own right (i.e., not as our data processors).

9. Cross-Border Transfers

Service providers we use in connection with the operation of the Website may be located in, or have access to, your personal data from a “third country,” i.e., a country not recognized to have an adequate level of data protection by Swiss law standards. In these cases, we implement appropriate safeguards to make the cross-border data flow lawful.

10. For How Long Do We Keep Your Personal Data?

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or to comply with legal, regulatory, or internal policy requirements. For example, if you have signed up for newsletters or similar services, we keep your data until you notify us that you no longer wish to receive them.

11. Your Rights

Under the new Act on Federal Data Protection (nFADP) or other similar laws, you have several rights concerning your personal data:

- The right to access your data.
- The right to rectify inaccurate data.
- The right to erase data no longer necessary for the processing purpose.
- The right to restrict processing if you contest the accuracy of your data.
- The right to data portability.
- The right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.
- The right to withdraw your consent at any time, which will result in the deletion of your data.

12. Links to External Websites and Social Media Channels

The Platform contains links to other websites. Lawrence Legal SA is not responsible for the privacy practices of these other websites. The Platform also contains links to Lawrence Legal SA's social media channels (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn). Typically, you can only sign up for these channels if you are logged in with your user credentials for the respective social media service. The data processing on such social media sites when you visit Lawrence Legal SA's channel is subject to the privacy policies of the respective social media site operator and outside the control of Lawrence Legal SA.These privacy terms are subject to change at any time at Lawrence Legal SA's sole discretion. Therefore, we suggest you check these privacy terms periodically for updates.

Last updated: May 2024