This privacy policy and notice (the “Privacy Policy”) outlines how Almerino & Co. Law Firm (“we”, “our”, “us” or the “Firm”) collects, uses, stores, and discloses your personal data through your access and interaction with our website at www.almerino.co (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with Republic Act No. 10173 or the Data Privacy Act of 2012, as amended, together with its implementing rules and regulations, and other applicable data protection laws and regulations.

By using our Site or submitting any personal information through it, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of such information in accordance with this Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you should immediately discontinue use of the Site and refrain from submitting any personal information.

1. Information We Collect. We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, contact number, and any other details you submit through our contact forms or email correspondence. We may also collect technical and usage data, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior through cookies or analytics tools for the purpose of improving website functionality and enhancing user experience.

2. Purpose of Collection. We use your information to respond to inquiries, schedule consultations, communicate with you about legal services, and improve our offerings. We may also use your data for administrative purposes, compliance with legal obligations, and the enforcement of our legal rights. We process personal information only for legitimate and lawful purposes.

3. Consent and Data Sharing. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share your information with authorized employees and consultants of the Firm or with third-party service providers (such as IT or hosting providers) under an obligation of confidentiality. We may also disclose personal data if required by law, regulation, or court order.

4. Data Security. We implement appropriate organizational, physical, and technical security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we take steps to safeguard your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security, particularly for information transmitted over the internet.

5. Data Retention. We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law, whichever is longer. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Cookies. Our Site may use cookies that are essential for functionality and analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may limit your access to certain features of the Site.

7. Your Rights. You have the right to access your personal data, request corrections, object to processing, and request deletion or withdrawal of your consent, subject to applicable law. To exercise your rights, please send us an email at legal@almerino.co. We may need to verify your identity before acting on your request.

8. Updates to this Policy. This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any modifications will be published or posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.