Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 2nd October 2025
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR LEGAL SERVICES
This Privacy Policy addresses data protection for legal consulting services. Communications before formal attorney-client relationship establishment are not protected by professional privilege under Section 126 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
BAR COUNCIL COMPLIANCE
This policy complies with Bar Council of India Rules regarding client confidentiality and professional conduct standards. Legal professional data is subject to enhanced protection requirements beyond standard privacy laws.
This privacy policy ("Privacy Policy") governs the collection, use, disclosure, transfer, retention, or otherwise processing of personal data or sensitive personal data (collectively, "Information") by Silvia Munjal Consulting ("we," "our," or "us").
This Privacy Policy applies to any person or entity ("you," "your") that accesses our website https://silviamunjal.com or shares Information with us, including clients, service providers, retainers, and staff.
We value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your Information. We will handle your data with care and respect, in compliance with applicable Indian data protection laws.
The Information That We Collect
We collect your Information when you access our website or communicate with us via email, phone, or other digital channels. The Information may include personal data as defined under applicable Indian data protection laws.
Information collected includes, but is not limited to:
Personal details: name, qualifications, contact details (email, phone, address), date of birth, gender, languages spoken, marital status, dependents, emergency contacts, and photograph.
Government-issued identifiers: PAN, passport, voter ID, driver's license, or Aadhaar (only when legally required).
Financial details: bank account details, invoices, payment records, or service-related financial data.
Professional details: resume/CV, work history, designation, contractual arrangements, performance information, or professional references.
System/technical data: IP address, browser type, device ID, operating system, website navigation data, and frequency of website/app usage.
Other data: any information collected in the course of providing professional services or onboarding clients/service providers.
Aadhaar: If you choose to share Aadhaar details for identification, please note it is not mandatory unless specifically required by law. Other documents (PAN, passport, driving license) may also be provided.
We limit data collection to what is necessary to fulfill the purposes listed below.
Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 Compliance
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your data under the following lawful bases:
Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential services
Legal Obligation: For client verification and regulatory compliance
Legitimate Interest: For legal services provision and conflict checking
Your Rights Under DPDPA 2023
Right of Access: Request information about data processing
Right to Correction: Correct inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion subject to legal retention requirements
Right to Data Portability: Receive data in structured format
Right to Grievance Redressal: File complaints with our DPO
Data Protection Board Complaints
If unsatisfied with our response, you may file complaints with the Data Protection Board of India at:
Website: [INSERT DPDB WEBSITE WHEN AVAILABLE]
Process: Follow procedures outlined on the official DPDB portal
Timeline: We will respond to your concerns within reasonable time before you escalate
Uses of Information
We may process your Information for the following purposes:
- Managing our professional engagements with you.
- Providing services to clients.
- Facilitating communications, including in emergencies.
- Managing internal operations, HR, and administrative functions.
- Ensuring compliance with contractual and legal obligations.
- Monitoring and improving our services and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Conducting analytics to enhance service delivery.
- Complying with statutory and regulatory requirements.
If we process your Information for a purpose not contemplated herein, we will seek your consent in advance.
Legal Professional Data Protection
Attorney-Client Privilege Data
Information shared after formal engagement establishment is protected under:
- Section 126 of Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Enhanced security protocols for privileged communications
- Segregated storage and access controls
- Privilege waiver prevention measures
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IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR LEGAL SERVICES
This Privacy Policy addresses data protection for legal consulting services. Communications before formal attorney-client relationship establishment are not protected by professional privilege under Section 126 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
BAR COUNCIL COMPLIANCE
This policy complies with Bar Council of India Rules regarding client confidentiality and professional conduct standards. Legal professional data is subject to enhanced protection requirements beyond standard privacy laws.
This privacy policy ("Privacy Policy") governs the collection, use, disclosure, transfer, retention, or otherwise processing of personal data or sensitive personal data (collectively, "Information") by Silvia Munjal Consulting ("we," "our," or "us").
This Privacy Policy applies to any person or entity ("you," "your") that accesses our website https://silviamunjal.com or shares Information with us, including clients, service providers, retainers, and staff.
We value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your Information. We will handle your data with care and respect, in compliance with applicable Indian data protection laws.
The Information That We Collect
We collect your Information when you access our website or communicate with us via email, phone, or other digital channels. The Information may include personal data as defined under applicable Indian data protection laws.
Information collected includes, but is not limited to:
Personal details: name, qualifications, contact details (email, phone, address), date of birth, gender, languages spoken, marital status, dependents, emergency contacts, and photograph.
Government-issued identifiers: PAN, passport, voter ID, driver's license, or Aadhaar (only when legally required).
Financial details: bank account details, invoices, payment records, or service-related financial data.
Professional details: resume/CV, work history, designation, contractual arrangements, performance information, or professional references.
System/technical data: IP address, browser type, device ID, operating system, website navigation data, and frequency of website/app usage.
Other data: any information collected in the course of providing professional services or onboarding clients/service providers.
Aadhaar: If you choose to share Aadhaar details for identification, please note it is not mandatory unless specifically required by law. Other documents (PAN, passport, driving license) may also be provided.
We limit data collection to what is necessary to fulfill the purposes listed below.
Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 Compliance
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your data under the following lawful bases:
Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential services
Legal Obligation: For client verification and regulatory compliance
Legitimate Interest: For legal services provision and conflict checking
Your Rights Under DPDPA 2023
Right of Access: Request information about data processing
Right to Correction: Correct inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion subject to legal retention requirements
Right to Data Portability: Receive data in structured format
Right to Grievance Redressal: File complaints with our DPO
Data Protection Board Complaints
If unsatisfied with our response, you may file complaints with the Data Protection Board of India at:
Website: [INSERT DPDB WEBSITE WHEN AVAILABLE]
Process: Follow procedures outlined on the official DPDB portal
Timeline: We will respond to your concerns within reasonable time before you escalate
Uses of Information
We may process your Information for the following purposes:
- Managing our professional engagements with you.
- Providing services to clients.
- Facilitating communications, including in emergencies.
- Managing internal operations, HR, and administrative functions.
- Ensuring compliance with contractual and legal obligations.
- Monitoring and improving our services and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Conducting analytics to enhance service delivery.
- Complying with statutory and regulatory requirements.
If we process your Information for a purpose not contemplated herein, we will seek your consent in advance.
Legal Professional Data Protection
Attorney-Client Privilege Data
Information shared after formal engagement establishment is protected under:
- Section 126 of Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Enhanced security protocols for privileged communications
- Segregated storage and access controls
- Privilege waiver prevention measures
...