PRIVACY POLICY

Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited
(Applicable to www.lexpleaders.com)

1. Introduction

Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited (“Lex Pleaders India”, “we”, “us” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the personal information of users accessing this website (lexpleaders.com).

This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of information obtained through this website and shall be read in conjunction with the Website Disclaimer and Terms of Use set out herein.

By accessing or using this website, the user (“you”, “your”, or “user”) agrees to be bound by this Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.

2. Mandatory Bar Council of India Disclaimer

As per the rules of the Bar Council of India, lawyers and law firms are not permitted to solicit work or advertise.

By clicking on the “I Agree” button below, the user agrees and acknowledges that:

• There has been no advertisement, personal communication, solicitation, invitation or any other inducement of any sort whatsoever by or on behalf of Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited or any of its members to solicit any work through this website.
• The user wishes to gain more information about Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited for his/her/their own information and use.
• All information about Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited on this website is being provided to the user only on his/her/their specific request and any information obtained or materials downloaded from this website is completely at the user’s volition.
• Any transmission, receipt, or use of this website shall not create a lawyer–client relationship.
• This website is a resource for informational purposes only and though intended, is not promised or guaranteed to be complete or updated.
• Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited does not warrant that the information contained on this website is accurate or complete, and hereby disclaims any and all liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause.
• Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited assumes no liability for the interpretation and/or use of the information contained on this website, nor does it offer a warranty of any kind, either express or implied.
• The contents of this website do not constitute legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.
• Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited is not liable for any consequence of any action taken by the user relying on material or information provided on this website or through any external links.
• The information provided on this website is solely available at the user’s request for informational purposes only and shall not be interpreted as solicitation or advertisement.
• All material and information (except statutory instruments or judicial precedents) on this website is the intellectual property of Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited, and no part thereof shall be used, with or without adaptation, without express prior written consent.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, or other details voluntarily submitted through contact forms, consultation forms, or payment portals.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and access timestamps.
• Transactional Information: Payment status, service booked, and consultation scheduling data (without storing sensitive card details).

4. Use of Information

The information collected may be used for:

• Responding to user queries or consultation requests
• Scheduling meetings or consultations
• Processing payments and generating invoices
• Website administration and improvement
• Legal compliance and internal record-keeping

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.

5. No Lawyer–Client Relationship

Submission of information through this website, email communication, payment for consultation, or booking of meetings does not automatically establish a lawyer–client relationship, unless expressly confirmed in writing by Lex Pleaders India after conflict checks and formal engagement.

6. Payment, Consultation & No-Show Policy

• Any fee paid by a user for consultation, meeting, or advisory services is non-refundable, unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.
• If a user makes a payment and fails to attend, join, or respond for the scheduled online or virtual meeting, such non-attendance shall be solely at the user’s own risk and responsibility.
• Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited shall not be liable to reschedule, refund, or compensate for missed meetings due to the user’s unavailability, technical issues on the user’s end, or failure to join at the designated time.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no digital platform can guarantee absolute security.

8. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of such external sites.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, branding, layout, text, graphics, and proprietary material on this website (except statutory texts and judicial precedents) are owned by Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited and are protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

10. Changes to This Policy

Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited reserves the right to amend or update this Privacy Policy and Disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy and Disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, and courts having jurisdiction shall be courts in India only, as determined by Lex Pleaders India (OPC) Private Limited.