Privacy Notice

Aquino & Fradejas Law Firm (the "Firm") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This Privacy Notice describes how we collect, use, and manage your personal information in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal data when you interact with our website, particularly through our contact forms or when you engage our services:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Subject of Inquiry
• Information provided in your message or legal briefs
• Log data and cookies (IP address, browser type, pages visited)

2. Purpose of Collection

We process your personal data for the following legitimate purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide legal consultations.
• To facilitate the engagement of our legal services.
• To perform our professional obligations as legal counsel.
• To send legal updates, newsletters, and firm announcements (with your consent).
• To comply with regulatory and legal requirements (e.g., anti-money laundering regulations).

3. Method of Collection

Personal data is primarily collected directly from researchers and clients through digital forms on our website, email correspondence, and face-to-face or virtual consultations. By submitting your information, you signify your consent to the processing of your data as described herein.

4. Storage and Retention

The Firm implements reasonable and appropriate organizational, physical, and technical security measures to protect your personal data. We shall retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law (e.g., the Statute of Limitations for legal records).

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may disclose information only to:

• Authorized personnel within the Firm.
• Third-party service providers (e.g., IT support, secure cloud storage) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Government agencies or courts when required by law or judicial order.

6. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the Data Privacy Act, you have the following rights:

• Right to be Informed: To know that your data is being processed.
• Right to Access: To obtain a copy of your personal data held by the Firm.
• Right to Object: To withhold consent to processing in certain circumstances.
• Right to Erasure or Blocking: To request the removal of your data.
• Right to Rectification: To correct any errors in your personal data.
• Right to Data Portability: To obtain your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Right to Damages: To be indemnified for any damages sustained due to inaccurate or unauthorized use.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Officer at: