This notice explains how Simon Noble Solicitors, the trading name of DC Legal Services Limited (\"the firm\", \"we\", \"us\"), collects and processes personal data. It should be read together with our engagement letter and cookies notice.
Who we are
The data controller is DC Legal Services Limited, company number 07828303, registered office 131 High Street, Enfield, England, EN3 4EB. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under SRA number 662529.
What we collect
- Identification and contact information you provide during enquiry, onboarding and client care.
- Matter-specific information required to provide legal advice.
- Information required for anti-money-laundering and sanctions compliance.
- Website analytics and technical information (see cookies notice).
Why we process it
- To take steps at your request prior to entering into a retainer.
- To perform our contract with you and provide legal services.
- To meet our regulatory, statutory and professional obligations.
- Where necessary, for our legitimate interests in running the firm and improving our services.
Sharing
We may share personal data with regulators, courts and third parties where necessary for your matter, and with carefully selected professional service providers who support the firm. We do not sell personal data.
Retention
We retain client files in accordance with our professional obligations, currently for a minimum of six years after the matter concludes, unless a longer period is required or agreed.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have rights of access, rectification, erasure (in defined circumstances), restriction, portability and objection. To exercise a right, please contact us in writing. You may complain to the Information Commissioner's Office at any time.
Contact
Please direct data protection queries to the firm at its registered office, marked for the attention of the Data Protection lead.
This notice is provided in draft form pending firm confirmation of processor arrangements and DPO/lead contact.