Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of British Columbia and other applicable privacy laws.

Please note that access and use of our website does not constitute engagement of legal services or the formation of a solicitor-client relationship. This Privacy Policy governs only individuals’ use of our website. Any conﬁdentiality as between lawyer and client will be governed by an engagement letter, should you choose to retain us.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our website or use our services, we may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Inquiry Information: Details that you submit to us related to your inquiry. For legal inquiries, please do not provide us with any conﬁdential information or material until we speciﬁcally agree to act for you on a matter.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and website usage data (collected via cookies and similar technologies).

2. How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and provide legal advice or services.
To communicate with you regarding your case, updates, or other relevant information.
To improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

With third-party service providers who assist us in delivering legal services, such as IT support, payment processing, or document management.
As required by law or in response to legal processes, such as a court order or subpoena.
With your consent, or as necessary to fulﬁll the purpose for which the information was provided.

4. Protecting Your Information

We take your privacy and our professional and legal obligations seriously and have implemented various security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include secure servers, encrypted communications, and restricted access to your data.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website trafﬁc. Cookies are small ﬁles stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and optimize site performance. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other sites for your convenience. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulﬁll the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information at any time. If you wish to exercise these rights or have any questions about your privacy, please contact us using the information below.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reﬂect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at:

Sequoia Legal LLP
200-736 Broughton Street
Victoria, BC
V8W 1E1

250.419.8211
info@sequoialegal.ca

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.