Privacy Policy
Effective date: to be confirmed at launch
Tolentino Law ("we", "us", or "the Firm") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and the issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
1. Information we collect
We collect the personal data you choose to provide through this website, typically your name, email address, phone number, and the details of the message or inquiry you submit through our contact form. We may also collect limited technical information (such as basic analytics about site usage) to maintain and improve the website.
2. How we use your information
We use your personal data to respond to your inquiry and arrange a consultation; to communicate with you about your matter; to maintain our records; and to improve our website and services. We do not sell your personal data.
3. Legal basis
We process your personal data based on your consent (given when you submit the contact form), our legitimate interest in responding to inquiries, and, where applicable, to take steps prior to entering into a professional engagement.
4. Confidentiality
Communications with the Firm may be subject to legal professional privilege and confidentiality obligations. However, submitting information through this website does not by itself create a lawyer-client relationship. Please do not send sensitive or confidential case details until a formal engagement is in place.
5. Sharing and disclosure
We do not share your personal data with third parties except with service providers who help us operate the website or our practice (under appropriate confidentiality obligations), or when required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
6. Data storage and security
We apply reasonable organizational, physical, and technical measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
7. Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law and professional rules, after which it is securely disposed of.
8. Your rights
Under the Data Privacy Act, you have the right to be informed, to access, to object, to rectify, to erasure or blocking, to data portability, to file a complaint with the NPC, and to be indemnified for damages. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. Cookies and analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to function properly and to understand site usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
10. Contact us / Data Protection Officer
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact Tolentino Law, Unit 8D, 8th Floor, The Lansbergh Place, Tomas Morato cor. Scout Castor, Quezon City, at legal@tolentinolawfirm.com.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Effective date" above reflects the latest version.