Patole & Co

1. Introduction

Welcome to Patole & Co. ("we," "our," or "us"). As a law firm, we are committed to maintaining the confidentiality, security, and privacy of all users accessing our website (https://www.patoleandco.com/).

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information, ensuring compliance with the Bar Council of India (BCI) rules and applicable data protection laws.

Note: The Bar Council of India prohibits solicitation, advertising, and client solicitation by advocates. By accessing this website, you acknowledge that you are seeking information about our firm voluntarily, and there has been no form of solicitation, inducement, or advertisement from our side.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website:

a) Personal Informatio

We collect personal information voluntarily provided by you when you:

Contact us via website forms, emails, or phone calls.
Subscribe to newsletters or legal updates.
Request a legal consultation or inquire about our services.
Apply for employment or internships.

This may include:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Company/Organization details (if applicable)
Any additional details shared in communication

b) Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal data automatically, such as:

IP addressBrowser type and version
Operating system
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring website (if applicable)

3. Compliance with the Bar Council of India

As per BCI Rules, the following principles apply to our data collection and website usage:

We do not seek personal details beyond what is necessary for responding to inquiries.
The information on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or solicitation.
We do not share or disclose client information unless required by law or professional obligations.
We ensure confidentiality and protect client data in accordance with advocate-client privilege principles.

4. Purpose of Collecting Information

We use the collected data for the following lawful purposes:

To respond to inquiries and provide legal information.
To enhance website functionality and user experience.
To send updates or newsletters, only with your explicit consent.
To comply with legal obligations and Bar Council of India regulations.
To prevent fraud and unauthorized access to legal information.
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some site functionalities may be affected.

6. Data Security and Confidentiality

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data.
All communications are secured and encrypted, ensuring compliance with legal confidentiality obligations.
Despite security measures, online transmission of data may not be 100% secure.

7. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Accessing this website does not establish an attorney-client relationship between you and Patole & Co.
Legal advice will be provided only after direct consultation and formal engagement with our firm.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for their privacy policies, and users are advised to review those separately.

9. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to

request access to personal data we hold about you.
You can request correction or deletion of inaccurate personal information.
You may opt out of receiving updates or newsletters.

For any requests, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically in compliance with legal and regulatory changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our compliance with the Bar Council of India guidelines, contact us at:

📍 Patole & Co.

Email: contact@patoleandco.com

📞 Phone: +91 9822000015

🌐 Website: www.patoleandco.com