Legal Documentation
Privacy Policy
At Adil Pewaris, the confidentiality of the information entrusted to us by clients and enquirers is treated with the same care we give to the matters they bring to our door. This policy explains how we collect, use, and look after personal information.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to Adil Pewaris, a legal advisory practice registered in Sarawak, Malaysia, with its principal office at 11, Jalan Tabuan, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak ("we", "us", or "our"). It describes how we handle personal information provided to us through our website at adilpewa.sbs and through direct correspondence.
We collect and process personal data only to the extent necessary to respond to enquiries, deliver the services retained, and comply with our legal obligations. We do not sell personal data, and we do not share it beyond the circumstances described in this policy.
By using our website or contacting us with an enquiry, you acknowledge that you have read this policy. If you have questions about how we handle your information, please write to us at [email protected].
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways: information you provide to us directly, and information collected automatically when you visit our website.
Information You Provide Directly
- Your name, email address, and telephone number when you complete our contact form or write to us directly.
- The content of your message or enquiry, which may include personal details relevant to your estate or family circumstances.
- Where you proceed to engage our services, further personal and financial information as required for the specific matter.
Information Collected Automatically
- Standard website analytics data such as pages visited, referring website, browser type, and approximate geographic location (country or city level only).
- Cookies and similar technologies as described in our Cookie Policy.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. Our services are intended for adults with legal capacity to instruct a legal professional.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we hold for the following purposes, each supported by an appropriate legal basis under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (Malaysia):
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Responding to enquiries and initial consultations | Consent; pre-contractual steps |
| Delivering retained legal services | Performance of a contract |
| Compliance with professional and statutory obligations | Legal obligation |
| Improving our website and understanding how visitors use it | Legitimate interest (analytics) |
| Sending relevant updates if you have asked to hear from us | Consent (you may withdraw at any time) |
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected or as required by applicable law or professional regulations. For clients who instruct us on a matter, records are typically retained for seven years following the conclusion of that matter.
4. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell or trade personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Courts and official bodies: Where required to file documents or comply with a court order, judicial process, or regulatory requirement.
- Professional advisers: Correspondent counsel, barristers, or other professionals engaged to assist with a matter you have retained us for, and only to the extent necessary.
- Technology service providers: Providers of hosting, analytics, or communication infrastructure who are contractually bound to handle data only on our instructions.
- With your consent: In any other circumstances where you have given clear authorisation.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the personal information we hold from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. These measures include:
- Encrypted transmission of data via HTTPS/TLS for all website traffic.
- Access to client information limited to personnel with a direct need for it.
- Secure storage of physical case files on our premises.
- Periodic review of our data handling practices and security measures.
If a data breach occurs that is likely to affect your rights or interests, we will notify you and the relevant authority as required by law.
6. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to support its basic operation and to understand aggregate usage patterns. We use the following categories:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function. They cannot be switched off.
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors find and use the site, in aggregate form only.
- Preference cookies: Remember choices you have made so that the site behaves as you expect on a return visit.
For full details and to manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.
7. Your Rights
Under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia, you have the following rights in relation to your personal information:
Right of Access
You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
You may ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Erasure
You may request deletion of your personal data where we no longer have a lawful basis to hold it.
Right to Object
You may object to processing based on our legitimate interests, including direct communications.
Withdraw Consent
Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting prior processing.
Lodge a Complaint
You may raise concerns with Malaysia's Department of Personal Data Protection (JPDP).
To exercise any of these rights, please write to us at [email protected]. We will respond within 21 days.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may occasionally link to external resources or government portals. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their policies before submitting personal information to them.
9. Individuals Under 18
Our services are directed at adults with legal capacity to instruct a legal professional. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will promptly remove the relevant data.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The revised policy will be published on this page with an updated date at the top. We encourage you to check this page periodically if you have an ongoing relationship with us.
11. Contact for Data Enquiries
For any questions about this policy or to exercise your rights, please contact our data enquiries address: