Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Kwasnicki Law (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of personal information in accordance with applicable privacy legislation and our professional obligations as lawyers.

This Privacy Policy describes how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, retained, and protected through our website, www.kwasnickilaw.com, and in the course of providing legal services.

This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and, where applicable, Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

1. No Solicitor-Client Relationship

Use of this website, including the submission of information through contact forms or email, does not create a solicitor-client relationship. A solicitor-client relationship is formed only upon mutual agreement and formal engagement.

You should not send confidential or time-sensitive information through this website unless and until a solicitor-client relationship has been established.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information including, but not limited to:

Name
Email address
Telephone number
Mailing address
Information voluntarily provided through website contact forms, email, or telephone inquiries
Information necessary to determine whether we are able to act for you

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.

3. How Personal Information Is Collected

Personal information is collected only by lawful and fair means, including when you:

Contact us through our website
Communicate with us by email or telephone
Retain us for legal services

We may also collect limited technical information (such as IP address, browser type, and access times) to assist with website security and performance monitoring.

4. Purpose of Collection

Personal information is collected solely for the following purposes:

Responding to inquiries
Determining whether we are able to act, including conflict checks
Providing legal services
Communicating with clients and prospective clients
Meeting legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
Maintaining website security and functionality

Personal information will not be used for any other purpose without consent, unless permitted or required by law.

5. Consent

By providing personal information to us, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure for the purposes identified in this Privacy Policy. Consent may be express or implied, depending on the circumstances and sensitivity of the information.

Consent may be withdrawn at any time by providing reasonable written notice, subject to legal, regulatory, or professional obligations that may require continued retention or use of the information.

6. Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information.

Personal information may be disclosed only in the following circumstances:

To provide legal services
To comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations
To service providers who assist us in operating our practice or website, subject to confidentiality and security requirements
As otherwise permitted or required by law

Any disclosure is limited to the minimum amount of information necessary for the purpose.

7. Safeguards

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification.

Access to personal information is restricted to individuals who require such access for authorized purposes.

8. Retention of Personal Information

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations, including applicable law society requirements.

When personal information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or anonymized.

9. Accuracy

We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal information is accurate, complete, and up to date for the purposes for which it is used. Individuals are responsible for informing us of any changes to their personal information.

10. Access and Correction

Individuals may request access to their personal information or request corrections, subject to applicable legal, regulatory, and professional restrictions.

Requests must be made in writing and may require verification of identity.

11. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality and security. Cookies do not provide us with direct access to personal information.

You may configure your browser to refuse cookies; however, doing so may affect website functionality.

12. Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.

13. Contact Information

Questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information should be directed to:

Kwasnicki Law
Email: jennifer@kwasnickilaw.com
Phone: 403-344-0499
Website: www.kwasnickilaw.com

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be amended from time to time without prior notice. The most current version will be posted on this website and will be effective as of the date indicated above.