Legal Notice

I provide my legal services as a consultant through Woodstock Legal Services, a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Legal Disclaimer

The materials appearing on this website do not constitute legal advice and are provided for general information purposes only. No warranty, whether express or implied is given in relation to such materials. We shall not be liable for any technical, editorial, typographical or other errors or omissions within the information provided on this website, nor shall we be responsible for the content of any web images or information linked to this website.

Privacy Policy  

We take data privacy seriously. Please read this privacy policy carefully to understand what will happen to any personal data that you provide to us as a result of using our website or corresponding with us by phone, email or otherwise. This information is written for the benefit of general visitors to the website and others who are not clients of our firm. If you are a client of our firm (or become one), we process a wider range of personal data and deal with a broader range of privacy-related issues. Clients are provided with detailed information about this during the engagement process.

Personal data you provide

Our website also includes a check box asking you for permission to add you to our mailing list. This is an opt-in mailing list and your personal information will be used solely by us (and all such emails include a link for opt-out).

How the personal data you provide is used

We use the personal data you provide via our website to:

• communicate with you, for example: we use contact details such as email address or phone number when responding to enquiries made via online forms
• monitor website trends, for example: we use Google Analytics to help us aggregate traffic so we can monitor how our website is being used
• operate our business

On what basis can we process your personal data?

The "General Data Protection Regulation" (GDPR) is the primary piece of legislation defining your rights over our processing of your personal information. The GDPR requires us to declare which of six lawful reasons we are relying on when we are processing your personal data. We operate on the basis of consent when sending newsletters (you won't get sent a newsletter unless you have explicitly opted in to receive one) and we operate on the basis of legitimate interest when communicating with you when responding to your enquiry.

Personal data collected from you about other people

You may be providing other third party data to us, for example details about your family members or associates. You must have the authority to disclose personal data if it relates to someone else and all data disclosed should be complete, accurate and up to date.

How long we keep personal data

Your personal data may be stored by our website for a period of up to 90 days, after which time it is automatically erased.

Transfer of personal data

From time to time we may pass personal data such as your name and email address to other services that we use to send out newsletters and other communications (both electronic and print). Your personal data will never be sold. We will never transfer your personal data to an organisation outside the UK or the European Economic Area ("EEA").
 

Security of your personal data

Your personal data will be held on secure servers within the European Economic Area ("EEA") with all reasonable technical and organisational measures put in place to safeguard it from unauthorised access. Where possible any identifiable information will be encrypted or minimised.

Questions or complaints

In the first instance we hope you will contact us directly with any questions or complaints (contact details are displayed prominently on this website). However, legal rights regarding privacy are the remit of the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) and you will find more information about how to complain here: https://ico.org.uk/concerns/

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to monitor how our website is being used so we can make improvements. Our use of Google Analytics requires us to pass to Google your IP address (but no other information) - Google uses this information to prepare site usage reports for us, but Google may also share this information with other Google services. In particular, Google may use the data collected to contextualise and personalise the ads of its own advertising network. Related information:
 

GENERAL TERMS

1. These Terms, along with the Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy, constitute the entire agreement between the User and the Owner regarding the use of the Website.
2. Any disputes arising from these Terms are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing the Website, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not accept these Terms, please do not use the Website. Your use of the Website constitutes acceptance of these Terms from your first use.

WHO MAY USE THIS WEBSITE

The term ‘User’ refers to any third party that accesses the Website and is not an employee of Samra Legal Ltd or a contractor providing services to the Owner.

The Website is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. By using the Website, you warrant that you meet this age requirement.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND USAGE

1. The Website contains material owned by or licensed to the Owner (referred to as “Content”). This includes, but is not limited to, the design, layout, graphics, and text.
2. Users may use the Website’s Content for personal, non-commercial purposes only, such as viewing or retrieving information.
3. Reproduction, modification, distribution, or commercial use of any Content without express written consent from the Owner is strictly prohibited.

PROHIBITED CONDUCT ON THE WEBSITE

Users must refrain from:Damaging, overburdening, or impairing the Website in any way.Engaging in illegal, abusive, or harmful conduct.Copying, storing, or distributing copyrighted Content without authorisation. 
 

ENQUIRY SUBMISSION VIA THE FORM OR CHATBOT

Users must provide accurate and complete information during the enquiry process.
Users must promptly update their information as necessary. 

 

EXTERNAL LINKS

The Website may include links to external websites over which the Owner has no control. The Owner assumes no responsibility for any content or services provided on these external sites if the User chooses to access them.

WEBSITE AVAILABILITY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

1. The Website is provided “as is,” with no warranties regarding its functionality, content, or availability.
2. The Owner strives to maintain the Website’s security; however, the User is responsible for safeguarding personal information and protecting their devices when using the Website.
3. The Owner is not liable for:

• Any indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from Website use.
• Commercial losses such as loss of profits, income, revenue, goodwill, or business opportunities.
• Loss or corruption of data, databases, or software systems.

4. Liability exclusions do not apply in cases of:

• Death or personal injury caused by negligence.
• Fraud or misrepresentation.

5. The Owner is not responsible for events outside of its reasonable control. 

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies. This policy outlines how we use cookies, the types of cookies we employ, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

UNDERSTANDING COOKIES

• Cookies are small data files stored on your device by websites. They are used to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and help us improve our website’s functionality. Cookies can be:
• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them.

HOW WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the functionality and security of our website.
• Collect data to improve our services and user experience.
• Analyse visitor interactions to optimise our content and website layout.

Your browser settings allow you to block or alert you about the use of cookies. For more details on managing cookies, visit About Cookies.

GOOGLE ANALYTICS

We use Google Analytics, a service provided by Google Inc., to monitor and analyse website traffic. This tool helps us understand how users interact with our site, enabling us to make improvements.

Google may use the collected data for advertising and share it with other Google services. The data collected is anonymised and does not include personal information.

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

For more information, refer to Google’s Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Terms.

TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

• Necessary (Essential) Cookies
  These cookies are crucial for the basic functionality of our website, such as enabling you to navigate the site, log in, or use secure features. These cannot be switched off.
• Functional Cookies
  These cookies remember your preferences, such as your language or location, to provide a more personalised experience.
• Analytics Cookies
  Analytics cookies collect data on how users interact with our website, helping us improve its content and performance.
• Performance Cookies
  These cookies gather anonymised data to understand visitor behaviour and improve our website’s efficiency.
• Advertisement Cookies
  Advertisement cookies are used to deliver targeted ads and limit how often they appear. They may track your online activity across websites.
  
   

THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Our website may include functionalities from third-party services, such as social media widgets or advertising networks, which use their own cookies. These cookies are managed by third parties, and their use is subject to their own policies.

USE OF GOOGLE reCAPTCHA

At Samra Legal Ltd, we use Google reCAPTCHA to protect our website from spam and misuse. This ensures that interactions, such as booking appointments or submitting contact forms, are made by genuine users, safeguarding your personal information. To achieve this, reCAPTCHA may collect data such as your IP address, mouse movements, and time spent on our site. This information is processed by Google in line with their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By using our website, you consent to this data processing for security purposes. If you have any questions about our use of reCAPTCHA, please contact us.

CONSENT AND CONTROL

When you visit our website for the first time, you will be prompted to consent to our use of cookies. You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time through our Cookie Banner. Please note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on the website.

DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY

Our use of cookies aligns with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

POLICY UPDATES

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in regulations or our practices. Major updates will be communicated via our website or email notifications.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact us