Privacy Policy

 

Your Data Protection Rights – Fenrick & Stone Solicitors

 

As a UK-regulated law firm, we adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018 and Data Protection Act 2018. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

 

1. Information We Collect

1. Personal Details: Name, DOB, nationality, passport copies.
2. Case-Specific Data: Immigration history, financial records, employment details.
3. Contact Information: Email, phone number, address.

2. How We Use Your Data

 

Purpose	Legal Basis
Visa application processing	Contractual necessity
Compliance with UKVI	Legal obligation
Fraud prevention	Legitimate interest
Client communication	Consent

3. Data Sharing & Security

 

1. UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) – Required for applications.
2. Approved Third Parties (e.g., translators, barristers).
3. Cloud Storage – Encrypted servers with GDPR-compliant providers.

4. Your Rights Under GDPR

 

1. Access – Request a copy of your data.
2. Rectification – Correct inaccurate details.
3. Erasure – Ask for deletion (where applicable).
4. Portability – Obtain data in a machine-readable format.

5. Data Retention Period

1. Successful applications: 7 years (for compliance).
2. Refused cases: 2 years (unless appealed).

Questions? Contact our Data Protection Officer at info@fenrickstone.com.