The objective of this Privacy Policy (the "Privacy Policy") is to provide users of our website (the "Site") with comprehensive information on the following matters:

1. The categories of personal data we collect;
2. The purposes for which the collected data will be utilized;
3. The parties granted access to the collected data;
4. The rights and entitlements of Site users with respect to their data; and
5. The Site's Cookie Policy.

This Privacy Policy is intended to be read in conjunction with, and as a supplement to, the terms and conditions governing the use of our Site.

Consent
By accessing and using our Site, users signify their agreement to:

1. The provisions outlined in this Privacy Policy; and
2. The collection, processing, and retention of data as described herein.

We commit to notifying users prior to collecting any data beyond the scope set forth in this Privacy Policy.

Usage of Personal Data

The personal data collected through our Site will be utilized solely for the purposes explicitly outlined within this Privacy Policy or as specified on relevant sections of our Site. We will not process or use your data for purposes that extend beyond the disclosures made in this Privacy Policy or within the Retainer Agreement.

The data collected during user engagement with specific Site functionalities may be utilized for the following purposes:

1. To gather all requisite information to deliver the services requested by the client;
2. To identify and address any potential conflicts of interest.

Disclosure of Personal Data

Internal Employees
User data may be disclosed to authorized personnel within our organization who reasonably require access to such data to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Other Disclosures
User data will not be sold or disclosed to third parties, except under the following circumstances:

1. When mandated by law;
2. When required as part of legal proceedings; or
3. When necessary to establish, exercise, or protect our legal rights.

Should users navigate from our Site to an external website via hyperlinks, please be advised that we bear no responsibility for, nor do we exercise control over, the privacy policies or practices of such external websites.

Data Retention

User data will be retained for a period of seven (7) years in accordance with the requirements established by the Rules and Regulations of the Law Society of Alberta under the Legal Profession Act. In the event that data needs to be retained beyond this period, users will be duly notified.

Data Protection Measures

We employ the following measures to safeguard the personal data of our users:

1. Implementation of up-to-date antivirus and malware protection;
2. Utilization of SSL encryption protocols; and
3. Secure storage of collected data off the server's hard drive.

While all reasonable precautions are taken to ensure the security of user data and to safeguard users from potential risks, it is important to acknowledge that no system is entirely immune to threats. The inherent vulnerabilities of the Internet mean that we cannot guarantee absolute security for user data but will uphold all measures deemed reasonably practicable to protect it.

Use of Personal Data

Usage of Personal Data

The data collected through our website will be utilized solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as explicitly stated on the relevant pages of our website. We adhere strictly to the disclosures made in this Privacy Policy and the Retainer Agreement, ensuring that your information is not used beyond these parameters.

Data collected during specific user interactions may be employed for the following purposes:

1. To compile all necessary information required for the performance of services requested by the Client;
2. To identify and resolve any potential conflicts of interest.

Disclosure of Personal Data

Within the Organization

We may share personal data with members of our organization who require access to such data to fulfill the objectives outlined in this Privacy Policy.

External Disclosures

We are committed to safeguarding your personal information and, as such, will not sell or distribute your data to third parties, except under the following circumstances:

1. When mandated by applicable legal requirements;
2. When necessary for compliance with legal proceedings; and
3. To establish, exercise, or defend our legal rights.

Please be advised that if you follow hyperlinks from our website to external websites, we are not responsible for their respective privacy policies or practices.

Retention of Personal Data

We will retain user data for a period of seven (7) years, as mandated by the Rules and Regulations of the Law Society of Alberta under the Legal Profession Act. You will be duly informed should a need arise to retain your data for a period exceeding this timeframe.

Data Protection Measures

1. Implementation of advanced antivirus and malware prevention systems;
2. Utilization of SSL encryption protocols; and
3. Storage of collected data on secure systems separate from the server's hard drive.

Although we implement robust measures to secure user data and mitigate risks, it is important to recognize that no system can provide absolute security. Since the Internet inherently carries risks, we cannot guarantee the complete security of your personal information beyond what is reasonably practicable.

Children’s Data

This website is intended for individuals aged 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from children under 13 years of age. Should we become aware of any such data collection, it will be promptly deleted. If a child under the age of 13 has provided us with personal data, parents or legal guardians are encouraged to contact us immediately.

Requesting Access, Modification, Deletion, or Challenging Data

If you wish to inquire about the collection, usage, or disclosure of your personal data, or if you would like to modify or request the deletion of your data, please reach out to us using the contact information below:

contact@triplealegalservices.ca

9812 79^th Street NW

Edmonton, AB T6A 3G1