At Khanwilkar & Shah Associates LLP (“the Firm”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or communicate with us.
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us through our website, including:
- Full Name
- Contact Number
- Email Address
- Resume/CV (for career applications)
- Any information you provide through our consultation or contact forms
- Any documents or correspondence voluntarily submitted to us
We may also collect certain technical information automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
- Referring website
- Website usage analytics through cookies or similar technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect may be used to:
- Respond to enquiries and consultation requests
- Communicate with prospective clients
- Process career and internship applications
- Improve our website and user experience
- Maintain website security
- Comply with applicable legal or regulatory obligations
- Protect our legal rights where necessary
We will only use your information for legitimate business and legal purposes.
3. Career Applications
If you submit your resume or curriculum vitae through our Careers page, we will use your information solely for recruitment and hiring purposes. Submission of an application does not guarantee employment, an internship, or further communication. We may retain applicant information for future opportunities unless you request otherwise.
4. Confidentiality of Legal Enquiries
Submitting an enquiry through this website does not create a lawyer-client relationship. Please avoid submitting confidential, privileged, or highly sensitive information through website forms until a formal engagement has been established with the Firm. Any legal representation will only commence after the Firm has formally agreed to act on your behalf.
5. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Understand visitor behaviour
- Analyse website traffic
- Enhance user experience
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, certain features of the website may not function properly.
6. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Your information may be shared only:
- Where required by law
- To comply with court orders or legal obligations
- With trusted service providers assisting in website hosting, IT support, or administrative services
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of the Firm or others
All third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organisational measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to safeguard your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Respond to your enquiry
- Fulfil recruitment requirements
- Meet legal or regulatory obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our legal rights
Information that is no longer required will be securely deleted or anonymised where appropriate.
9. Third-Party Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external websites. Users should review the privacy policies of those websites independently.
10. Your Rights
Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information where legally permissible
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Contact us regarding any privacy-related concerns
11. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18 years. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors through this website.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, regulatory, or operational changes. Any updates will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the way your personal information is handled, please contact us:
Khanwilkar & Shah Associates LLP
Email: saloni@khanwilkarshah-associates.com / shivani@khanwilkarshah-associates.com
Office Address: Office No. 6A, 2nd Floor, Mani Mansion, Opp Nalanda Apartment, Peddar Road, Mumbai, India
This Privacy Policy is intended to explain our information handling practices and does not create any contractual rights between the Firm and users of this website.
Commitment to Confidentiality & Data Security
Khanwilkar & Shah Associates LLP is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information shared through its website. Whether you are requesting a legal consultation, applying for a career opportunity, or contacting our team, we process your information responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws. Our privacy practices are designed to ensure transparency, confidentiality, and the secure handling of personal information while providing a professional online experience.