Munro Doig Privacy Policy

At Munro Doig, we understand that you care how your personal information is handled and we appreciate your trust that we will do so carefully and sensibly and in compliance with the Australian National Privacy Principles of the Privacy Act 1988 (and amendments) (“Act”) and the Professional Conduct Rules which apply to the legal profession.

This privacy statement applies to each member of Munro Doig. We recognise that our clients may have concerns about their privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with us.

Information We Collect

We regularly collect personal information including your name, address, phone number, fax number or email address. This information is collected in order to assist us in providing legal services or fulfilling enquiries or requests.

We may also from time to time use that information for purposes of sending invitations to educational or social functions or for purposes of disseminating information which we think may be of interest to our clients and contacts.

Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

Your personal information will only be used for these purposes and will not be shared, sold or given to any third parties, unless required or authorised under the exemptions set out in the Act.

Quality of Personal Information

Munro Doig’s aim is to ensure that your personal information is accurate, complete and up-to-date. To assist us with this, please contact us if any of the personal information you have provided changes and we will use all reasonable efforts to update the data.

Personal Information Security

Munro Doig is committed to keeping secure the data you provide us and we will take all reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, modification or disclosure.

Access to Personal Information

You can request us to provide access to the personal information that we hold about you. To request access please contact us using the details provided below.

Emails

Emails we receive from you will only be used for the purposes given and are subject to the conditions set out in this privacy policy. Sending personal information in an email remains entirely at your own risk and Munro Doig will not be responsible for any unauthorised use of this information.

Contacting Us

If you have any questions about this privacy statement, the privacy practices of Munro Doig, or you wish to make a complaint, please contact us. Munro Doig reserves the right to change this privacy statement at any time. It is advisable to review this privacy statement periodically for changes.

Further information on the Privacy Act 1988 and the National Privacy Principles can be found on the Australian Information Commissioner’s website at: www.oaic.gov.au