Privacy Notice
This Privacy Notice explains how Human Law processes personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Data Controller
The data controller is:
Justin Patten
Principal Solicitor, Human Law
Contact: advice@human-law.co.uk
2. Personal Data We Collect
Human Law may collect and process:
- Identity and contact data
- Correspondence and documents you provide
- Estate administration information
- Advisory and diagnostic materials
- Technical data (email metadata, security logs)
We do not collect unnecessary personal data and do not use automated decision‑making.
3. Lawful Basis for Processing
Your data is processed under:
- Contract – to provide regulated legal services
- Legitimate Interests – to assess intake suitability, maintain practice security, and manage advisory files
- Legal Obligation – compliance with SRA, AML, and statutory duties
4. How Your Data Is Used
Your data is used to:
- Assess intake suitability
- Deliver regulated legal advice
- Maintain accurate advisory records
- Comply with regulatory and statutory obligations
We do not use your data for marketing or profiling.
5. Data Sharing
Human Law may share data only with:
- Regulated third‑party professionals where necessary
- Statutory bodies where legally required
- Secure technology providers used for email and document handling
We do not sell or transfer data for commercial purposes.
6. Data Retention
Data is retained only for as long as necessary to:
- Deliver legal services
- Comply with regulatory obligations
- Maintain lawful records
Retention periods follow SRA and statutory requirements.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
ICO: www.ico.org.uk
8. Security Measures
Human Law uses secure digital systems, encrypted communication channels, and controlled‑access storage to protect personal data.
9. Contact
For all data protection inquiries, contact:
advice@human-law.co.uk