Privacy Policy

Last Updated April 2024

About Us

Vazi Legal Business Attorneys is a reputable law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services in accordance with the laws of Nigeria. References to “we”, “us”, “Vazi” or “Vazi Legal” in this policy refer to Vazi Legal Business Attorneys.

Data Protection Compliance

At Vazi Legal, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and process personal information in the course of our business as well as the personal information we receive from visitors to our website in compliance with the Nigerian Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA) and other relevant regulations.

How We Collect Personal Data

We collect personal information through various channels, including but not limited to:

• Direct interactions with clients during legal consultations or service engagements.
• Recruitment processes for potential employment opportunities.
• Website visits and interactions, including IP addresses and browsing data.

Personal Data We Collect

The personal data we collect may include:

• Basic information such as name, address, nationality, and employment history.
• Contact details such as email addresses, phone numbers, and physical addresses.
• Technical information such as IP addresses and website usage data.
• Background information provided during recruitment process.
• Confidential information provided by clients or generated during legal engagements.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing legal advice and services to clients.
• Managing business relationships with clients, vendors, and employees.
• Compliance with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Newsletter communications, events, and client updates (with consent).

Third-Party Interactions

Personal data may be shared within Vazi offices and associated partnerships. We also engage third-party service providers for certain business functions, ensuring data protection standards are maintained.

Data Security Measures

Vazi implements technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access or loss of personal data. This includes secure storage, access controls, and regular security audits.

Data Retention and Disposal

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for authorized uses or legal requirements. Data disposal procedures are in place to securely delete or destroy data no longer needed.

Your Rights

You have certain rights that you can exercise under certain circumstances in relation to the personal information that Vazi holds. These rights are to:

• request access to your personal information (known as a subject access request) and request certain information in relation to its processing;
• request rectification of your personal information;
• request the erasure of your personal information;
• request that we restrict the processing of your personal information; and
• object to the processing of your personal information.

In the limited circumstances where you may have provided your consent to the collection, processing, and transfer of your personal information for a specific purpose, you have the right to withdraw your consent for that specific processing at any time. Once the firm has received notification that you have withdrawn your consent, we will no longer process your information for the purpose or purposes you originally agreed to, unless we have another legitimate basis for doing so under the law.

Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update the policy as needed to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices. Updated versions will be available on our website.

Contact Us

For inquiries or concerns about our Privacy Policy or data protection practices, please contact:

Email: hello@vazilegal.co

Vazi Legal Business Attorneys is committed to upholding the highest standards of data protection and privacy, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our operations.