Last Updated: October 30, 2025
1. Introduction
GS Arora Law (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a responsible and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and professional obligations that apply to Ontario law firms.
2. Personal Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Contact and Identity Information: name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
- Matter and File Information: details you provide for consultations and legal services, documents and records relevant to your legal needs.
- Website & Communications Data: messages you send us, form submissions, newsletter sign-ups.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and basic analytics or cookie data (see Cookies section).
3. How We Use Personal Information
- To provide and deliver legal services, respond to inquiries, and manage client relationships.
- To schedule consultations, process payments (if applicable), and maintain records.
- To improve our website, content, and user experience.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations, including Law Society of Ontario requirements.
- With your consent, to send updates, newsletters, or event information (you may opt out at any time).
4. Confidentiality & Solicitor–Client Privilege
Information provided for the purpose of seeking or obtaining legal advice is protected by confidentiality and, where applicable, solicitor–client privilege. We take steps to preserve privilege and confidentiality consistent with our professional obligations.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use essential cookies and limited analytics to understand aggregate usage (e.g., page views, device types). You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
6. Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose limited information to the following parties where appropriate and lawful:
- Service providers assisting in hosting, IT support, email delivery, form processing, or analytics—bound by confidentiality obligations.
- Opposing parties, courts, tribunals, or regulators where disclosure is necessary to carry out your instructions, comply with the law, or protect our rights.
- Professional advisors, such as experts or consultants, as required for your matter.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, organizational, and technological safeguards designed to protect personal information against loss, theft, and unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above and to meet legal, regulatory, tax, or accounting requirements. File retention periods may be guided by Law Society of Ontario rules and best practices.
9. Your Rights
Subject to limited exceptions, you may request access to or correction of your personal information. You may also withdraw consent to non-essential communications at any time.
10. Third-Party Links & Services
Our website may contain links to third-party sites or use embedded services (e.g., maps, fonts, analytics). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.
12. International Transfers
Some service providers may store or process information outside of Ontario or Canada. Reasonable contractual or other safeguards are used to protect your information, though it may be subject to foreign laws.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent changes. Your continued use of our website and services signifies acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
For questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
GS Arora Law
Unit 212, 50 Sunny Meadow Boulevard, Brampton ON, L6R 0Y7
Phone: +1 (905) 287-1304
Email: info@gsaroralaw.ca