At Kriton Dionysiou Law Firm, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy. We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable laws of the Republic of Cyprus. As a data controller, we are responsible for ensuring that your personal data is handled lawfully, fairly, and securely.
When and How We Collect Data
We collect personal data when you:
- Seek legal advice or other services from us;
- Contact or interact with us, including through our website;
- Provide services to us or apply for a position at the Firm.
We may also receive personal data from third parties or public sources as required for legal or regulatory purposes.
What Data We Collect
Depending on the context, we may collect:
- Contact and identification details (e.g. name, address, ID/passport number);
- Professional and academic information (for recruitment or service delivery);
- Financial and transactional data (for billing or compliance);
- Sensitive personal data, where strictly necessary and with your consent.
Why We Use Your Data
We use your personal data:
- To provide legal and related services;
- To meet our legal and regulatory obligations;
- To process applications for employment;
- To manage and improve our client relationships;
- To pursue or defend legal claims;
- With your consent, to send updates on legal developments or firm news.
Data Sharing
Your data may be shared:
- With third-party service providers (e.g. IT, translation, document processing);
- With professionals and experts involved in your matter (e.g. co-counsel, courts, experts);
- As required by law, regulation, or court order;
- With foreign legal advisors, when needed for cross-border matters.
We do not sell or disclose your data for unrelated marketing purposes.
Data Security and Retention
We apply technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data. Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes collected and as required by law or professional obligations.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data;
- Request correction or deletion;
- Object to or restrict processing;
- Receive your data in a portable format;
- Withdraw your consent at any time;
- Lodge a complaint with the Cyprus Data Protection Commissioner.
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Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website.
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