1. Introduction
Welcome to the website of Vadesa & Mishra Associates LLP (“we”, “our”, “us”, or the “Firm”).
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) has been developed and published pursuant to, inter alia, the Information Technology Act, 2000 (“IT Act”) and the rules made thereunder, including the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 (“IT Rules”).
This Policy describes:
- The types of personal information we collect;
- The purposes for which we collect and use such information; and
- How we process, disclose, and protect such information.
2. General
This Policy applies to the collection of information from:
- Persons accessing our website;
- Clients and potential clients;
- Applicants seeking to work or intern with us; and
- Our existing talent and employees.
This Policy does not govern the collection and processing of information by us in the course of providing our professional services or pursuant to any engagement, retainer, or contractual relationship. In such cases, the relevant engagement terms or contractual provisions shall prevail.
3. Collection of Information
3.1 Sensitive Personal Data or Information
Under the IT Rules, sensitive personal data or information includes information relating to:
- Passwords;
- Financial information (e.g., bank account, credit/debit card details, or other payment information);
- Physical, physiological, and mental health condition;
- Sexual orientation;
- Medical records and history;
- Biometric information; and
- Any details or information related to the above, provided for lawful purposes.
Information freely available in the public domain or furnished under the Right to Information Act, 2005 or any other applicable law shall not be considered sensitive personal data.
3.2 Personal Data
In accordance with other applicable data protection laws, personal data refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
3.3 Types of Personal Information Collected
We may collect the following categories of personal information from you:
- Full name, parents’ names, residential addresses, telephone numbers, and email address;
- Date of birth, age, and where applicable, biometric data (e.g., fingerprints);
- Employment details, including job titles, previous employers, compensation information, and professional history;
- Documents and correspondence shared with our Firm;
- Financial details related to payments due or received;
- Technical information such as IP address, browser type, and access frequency on our website.
4. Acceptance and Consent
By accessing our website or otherwise providing us with your information, you consent to our collection, use, storage, processing, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this Policy and applicable laws.
If you share third-party information with us, you represent that such information has been collected lawfully and that you are authorized to provide it.
We reserve the right to modify this Policy at any time. Any updates will be posted on our website, and continued use of our website or services will constitute deemed acceptance of such modifications.
Where required by law, we may seek additional consents from you following any changes in applicable legislation.
5. Purpose of Collection and Use
Your personal information may be collected, stored, and processed for the following purposes:
- Operating, maintaining, and improving our website and user experience;
- Providing newsletters, legal updates, or event invitations;
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations;
- Processing employment or internship applications;
- Responding to client or public queries;
- Internal record-keeping and administrative purposes;
- Providing information to auditors, consultants, or authorities as required; and
- Conducting webinars, seminars, and professional events of potential interest.
We may also share information with third parties on a need-to-know basis for legitimate professional or administrative purposes, as detailed below.
6. Disclosure of Information
We may disclose personal information in the following circumstances:
- To third-party service providers (e.g., auditors, IT service providers, insurers, bankers, researchers, or consultants) for legitimate business functions;
- Where required under applicable law, judicial order, or other legal process;
- To protect our Firm’s rights, interests, property, personnel, or clients.
6.1 Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such external websites.
6.2 Social Media Handles
Personal information shared via social media (e.g., LinkedIn messages or posts) may be processed in accordance with this Policy to the extent received by us. However, we are not responsible for how such third-party platforms collect, use, or disclose your information.
7. Data Protection and Retention
We implement appropriate managerial, technical, operational, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction.
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required under applicable law.
If retained in backup systems, appropriate technical and organizational safeguards will apply.
8. Disclaimer
Notwithstanding the above, you agree that our Firm shall not be responsible for:
- Any unauthorized access or security breach beyond our reasonable control; or
- Any disclosure or misuse of your personal information resulting from your interactions with third-party websites or services.
9. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may exercise the following rights by contacting us:
- Access to personal information held by us;
- Correction or updating of your information;
- Withdrawal of consent;
- Restriction or objection to processing;
- Erasure of personal data; or
- Data portability (transfer to another controller).
You may also lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority if you believe your data rights have been violated.
We do not engage in any automated decision-making or profiling with respect to your personal information.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information, please contact us at:
Vadesa & Mishra Associates LLP
Off. Add: 415, Shiven Square, Opp. Swastik Party Plot,
Behind Sanjeev Kumar auditorium, Pal, Surat – 395009, Gujarat, India.
Postal Add: A1/1504, Nakshatra Galaxia,
Gaurav Path road, Nr. Fire Station,
Palanpur, Surat – 395009, Gujarat, India.
Phone: +91-90168-07790