Last updated: March 3, 2025
Hristich Platonov Associates (“we,” “our,” or “the firm”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information that we collect in the course of our operations as a provider of legal services.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information, particularly in connection with our communications, client relationships, and website.
“Personal information” as used in this Policy means information that identifies, relates to, describes, or can reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, to a specific individual.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We collect personal information that you provide to us directly. Depending on your interactions with us, this may include:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address
- Professional Information: Job title, employer, professional qualifications, bar memberships
- Matter-Related Information: Details relevant to the legal services we provide
- Communication Content: Information contained in emails, calls, or other communications with us
- Event Information: Registration details for webinars or events, including dietary requirements
Information We May Collect Automatically
When you visit our website or interact with our electronic communications, we may automatically collect:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
- Usage Information: Pages visited, features accessed, links clicked
- Communication Engagement: Whether you open our emails or click links
Information From Other Sources
We may receive information about you from:
- Public sources such as professional directories and publications
- Business contact databases
- Referrals from clients or business partners
- Social media platforms when you interact with our content
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Provide legal and other services
- Respond to your inquiries
- Keep you informed about legal developments and firm news
- Manage our relationship with you
- Improve our services
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Detect and prevent fraud
3. How We Share Information
Hristich Platonov Associates does not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Our Associates and Staff: We may share information internally as necessary to provide services
- Service Providers: Third parties that provide services on our behalf, such as IT providers, email platforms, or event management services
- Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or legal process
- With Your Consent: When you direct us to share information with third parties
4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Information
Where applicable law requires us to justify our processing activities, we rely on the following legal bases:
- Performance of a contract – We may need to collect and use your personal data to enter into or perform a contract with you. For example, when you engage us for legal services, we process your personal information to provide advice and represent your interests.
- Consent – Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before processing personal data. For example, we may seek your consent for marketing communications or to collect certain information through our website. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
- Legitimate interests – We may process your personal data where it is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these are not overridden by your rights. This includes managing our client relationships, improving our services, and protecting our legal and security interests.
- Legal obligation – In some cases, we process personal data to comply with legal or regulatory requirements. For example, we may be required to verify your identity under anti-money laundering laws or retain certain records for regulatory compliance.
5. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption, access controls, and secure data storage, to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While no system is completely secure, we take appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data as follows:
- Client records – 6 years after the conclusion of our services.
- Marketing data – Until you withdraw consent or opt-out.
- Financial records – 6 years.
- Other communications – Retained for a reasonable period for record-keeping purposes.
7. International Transfers
As an international practice, we may transfer your personal information across borders. When we transfer personal information from the EEA, UK, or Switzerland to countries that may not provide an equivalent level of data protection, we use appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on applicable laws, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including rights to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your personal information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
You can exercise these rights by contacting us using the information in the “Contact Us” section below.
9. Marketing Communications
If you no longer wish to receive our newsletters or other marketing communications, you can unsubscribe by following the instructions contained in these communications or by contacting us directly.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The date at the top of the Policy indicates when it was last revised. If we make material changes, we will notify you through a notice on our website or by email.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Danil Hristich
Email: danil@danil-hristich.com
Phone: +34 620 347 757