Privacy Policy

Kramer International Law Inc. and Kramer International Law, P.C. (collectively, “Kramer International Law,” the “Firm,” “we,” or “us”) collect, use and disclose personal information to provide legal services. We are committed to respecting confidentiality and professional secrecy in our client relationships. We process personal information according to the highest standards and in conformity with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including relevant privacy legislation and professional and ethical obligations governing lawyers.

This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) has been written to help you understand how we collect, use and disclose your personal information. When you provide us with your personal information—whether through our websites, email, in person, over the telephone or by fax—you consent to the processing of your information as outlined in this Policy. You also authorize Kramer International Law and its third-party service providers to process your personal information for the purposes described below.

Kramer International Law is an international law firm. Unless we inform you otherwise, we are the “data controller” for your personal information. This means that we determine the purposes and means of the processing of personal information.

DEFINITION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Personal information means information about an identifiable individual.

Generally, personal information excludes business contact details used for communication in a business context, such as your name, position or title, type of business, and telephone and fax numbers.

WHAT PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

When you visit our websites or otherwise communicate with us, we collect and process certain personal information about you.

We may collect and process different types of personal information in the course of conducting our business, such as:

First, middle and last name;
Contact information such as physical and/or mailing address, email address and telephone number;
Identification and other background verification documentation, such as copies of driver’s licenses and passports;
Information such as employer and job title;
Billing and financial information;
Photographs, video or audio;
Recruitment information such as résumés or curriculum vitae, education, employment history, and professional memberships;
Evidence of beneficial ownership and the source of funds in order to comply with anti-money laundering laws;
Information concerning the details of the services we have rendered to you;
Information generated by us during the course of providing services;
Website usage data and other similar information such as details about your visits to our websites, interactions with our online advertisements, and information gathered through cookies and other tracking technologies. For further details, please see below under the heading “Cookies”;
Information related to marketing;
Information related to communication preferences; and
Records of consent provided to us where such consent is needed for processing personal information.

Please do not send us any confidential information until we have confirmed in writing that we represent or act for you, your company, or your organization. If you or someone on your behalf sends us an unsolicited email or other unsolicited communication and you are not our client, a lawyer-client relationship is not thereby created. Such communications may therefore not be privileged and are subject to disclosure to third parties.

We do not intentionally collect information from individuals under 18 years of age. If you are a minor under age 18, please do not furnish us with any personal information unless you have consent from a parent or guardian. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a minor without verifying parental consent, we will take the necessary steps to delete that information.

If you intend to share personal information with us about others, you must obtain their permission before disclosing it to us.

HOW WE COLLECT PERSONAL INFORMATION

We collect your personal information directly from you and during our interactions with you, in particular while providing legal services to you and when you sign up for newsletters and seminars with us.

We may also receive personal information indirectly, for example through background screenings for job applicants.

Further, we collect personal information automatically through our websites, as described below.

We also collect personal information that is available publicly.

HOW WE USE PERSONAL INFORMATION

We use your personal information to provide and enhance our services and to comply with our legal and regulatory obligations.

More specifically, we may use personal information in the following ways, either with your consent or based on the law of relevant jurisdictions:

To provide legal and other services, conduct our business, and fulfill our obligations resulting from any agreements between us;
To respond to requests or inquiries from those who visit our websites;
To improve your experience on our websites;
To enhance our understanding of our clients' needs;
To improve our services;
For marketing and business development purposes for which an individual has opted in;
For recruitment purposes;
To carry out our legal, regulatory, and risk management obligations;
To prevent and combat fraud;
To protect and enforce our rights;
To protect the rights of certain third parties;
To ensure that we receive payment for any amounts owed to us; and
To share some or all of your personal information with relevant third parties or their agents if we undergo or propose to undergo a reorganization.

We maintain records of the work we perform and the services we provide, in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements and professional standards. These records may contain personal information. We implement safeguards to protect against inappropriate or unauthorized access.

CONSENT

We will obtain a client's consent for the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information, as well as the consent of other individuals when required by law.

We presume that individuals who initiate contact with us or voluntarily share their personal information with us have consented to our reasonable collection, use and disclosure of their personal information for the purposes for which it was provided.

Furthermore, we presume that clients who engage our services and individuals involved in matters or proceedings adverse in interest to our clients consent to the reasonable collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information by us or our agents for the purposes of our representation of or providing legal advice to our clients.

If you furnish us with personal information pertaining to a third party, we trust that you will obtain all necessary consents to allow us to collect, use, and disclose that information for purposes set out in this Policy.

We do not collect, use, or disclose personal information without consent unless permitted or required by law. Situations not requiring consent include the following:

A client provides personal information to us respecting third parties for the purposes of our representation of or providing legal advice to the client;
Where a subpoena or court order is issued, or pursuant to rules governing production, a regulatory body or other authority compels production;
In the event we are investigating a contravention of the law or a legal duty or a breach of an agreement, obtaining consent would compromise the investigation or the exactitude of the personal information;
Where we are required by law to disclose personal information; and
Where the personal information is publicly available.

WHO WE SHARE PERSONAL INFORMATION WITH

Kramer International Law is an international law firm. As a result, any personal information we collect may be shared with and processed by any entity within our Firm.

We will use personal information only for the primary purpose for which it was collected, or for a compatible purpose.

We may disclose your personal information to meet legal or regulatory obligations or to protect or enforce our rights.

We may also disclose personal information to select third parties, such as:

For the purpose of representing our clients in the context of legal proceedings, such third parties may include opposing parties and their counsel, experts, witnesses, courts, judges, arbitrators and other decision-makers;
Service providers and vendors who assist us with various matters, including website development and maintenance, web hosting, marketing, and human resources. These providers may have access to or process personal information as part of the services they provide to us. We ensure that the information shared with these service providers is limited to what is reasonably necessary for them to perform their duties;
Governmental or law enforcement authorities, where the disclosure of personal information is required by law or we reasonably believe it to be so required; and
Third parties which may receive personal information that is transferred to them as part of our business assets in the context of a merger, acquisition, asset sale or similar transaction, or in cases of insolvency, bankruptcy, or receivership.

HOW LONG WE KEEP PERSONAL INFORMATION

We retain personal information only as long as it is reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy and comply with our legal and regulatory obligations.

RIGHTS IN RELATION TO PERSONAL INFORMATION

You have specific rights regarding your personal information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws. Without limitation, an individual may have the following rights:

ACCESS: Individuals have the right to inquire whether we are processing their personal information. If we are, they can request access to it. This allows the individual to receive a copy of the personal information we hold in their regard;
ACCURACY: We must take every reasonable step to ensure that the personal information we have is accurate, complete, up-to-date, and not misleading;
AUTOMATED DECISIONS: You may challenge any automated decision made by us where such decision has a legal or similar significant effect on you;
DATA PORTABILITY: You have the right to request the transfer of certain personal information to another party;
ERASURE: You have the right to request the deletion, destruction, or removal of your personal information. However, we may deny such requests in certain circumstances. For instance, we might deny a request if the personal information is necessary for us to comply with legal or regulatory obligations, is related to claims, or is required as part of a contract between the parties;
OBJECTION: You may object to our processing of personal information based on our legitimate interest or that of a third party, or for specific direct marketing purposes. Nonetheless, we may still be permitted to continue processing that information;
RECTIFICATION: You have the right to request the rectification of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information that we hold;
RESTRICTION OF PROCESSING: Individuals are entitled to request the suspension of processing of certain personal information, for example to establish its accuracy or the reason for its processing; and
WITHDRAWAL OF CONSENT: You have the right to request that we cease using or disclosing your personal information.

In addition to the above specific rights, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in the country, state or province where you normally reside, where the Firm is based, or where there has been an alleged violation of privacy law.

To exercise any of the aforementioned rights, please contact us as set out below under the heading “How to Contact Us.”

Requests will be processed subject to exceptions under applicable privacy law. Such exceptions include information protected by lawyer-client privilege; information brought about during a formal dispute resolution process; information disclosed to law enforcement or other authorities that we must refrain from disclosing; or information respecting another individual where disclosure would divulge confidential commercial information.

WHERE WE STORE PERSONAL INFORMATION

Your personal information is currently stored in the US and Canada.

As an international law firm, we may store and process your personal information in any country where we have offices or facilities or where we engage third-party service providers. By providing your personal information to us, you consent to the transfer of that information to countries outside of your country of residence, which countries may have different privacy and data protection rules than your country of residence.

While your personal information is outside of your country of residence, it will be subject to the laws of the country in which it is stored. This means it may be disclosed to government authorities, law enforcement officials, or courts of that other country in accordance with local laws.

Where applicable, we will adhere to the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This includes ensuring that personal information transferred from the EU or EEA to third countries is adequately protected. To achieve this, we will implement appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses.

In addition, Kramer International Law will hold organizations or individuals outside the US or Canada responsible under US or Canadian law for any personal information transferred to them.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, our practices respecting your personal information will continue to be subject to this Policy.

SAFEGUARDS TO PROTECT PERSONAL INFORMATION

We subscribe to generally accepted standards of safeguarding the personal information provided to us, both during its transmission and after it is received. We take appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to safeguard personal information in our custody and control against loss, theft, unauthorized access, modification and disclosure.

Access to your personal information is restricted to personnel who have a legitimate business need to be informed of it, and who are bound by confidentiality obligations as part of their job responsibilities.

Please note that no method of transmission over the internet or of electronic storage is completely secure. Further, we cannot guarantee the security of any information you transmit or provide to us, which you do at your own risk. Further, we cannot ensure that your personal information will not be accessed, disclosed, altered, or destroyed due to breaches in any of our physical, technical, or administrative safeguards.

OPTING OUT OF MARKETING-RELATED COMMUNICATIONS FROM US

If you no longer wish to receive marketing-related emails from us, you can unsubscribe by clicking the “unsubscribe” link located at the bottom of any such email you receive from us. Alternatively, if you created an online account with us, you can log in to your account and adjust your communication preferences. You also have the option to opt out by contacting us directly using the information provided below in the “How to Contact Us” section.

We will make every effort to act on your opt-out request as quickly as possible. However, please allow a reasonable amount of time for your request to be processed. Please be advised that if you choose to opt out of receiving marketing-related emails, we may still need to send you important communications regarding your use of our services, as well as other relevant matters.

COOKIES

A cookie is a small piece of data that a web server sends and places on a user’s web browser, which may then be stored on the user’s device so as to enable the recognition of the user’s device when they return. When we use the term “cookies”, we mean cookies and other similar files such as web beacons, pixel tags, and clear GIFs, which work in a similar way.

We use cookies on our websites to enhance performance and user experience and for marketing and statistical analysis purposes.

Cookies serve various functions. For example, they can help us remember your preferences, analyze the performance of our websites, or recommend content we believe will be most relevant to you.

Most cookies do not collect personally identifiable information; instead, they gather more general data, such as how users come to and interact with a website.

Cookies do not harm your device; they enhance your experience by remembering your preferences, automatically filling in certain fields, and personalizing the content of the websites you visit.

We collect information through cookies to analyze the use of our websites. We retain cookies only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy.

In general, we utilize both session cookies and persistent cookies. The cookies that we set are referred to as "first-party cookies," while those set by our third-party partners and service providers are known as "third-party cookies."

Session cookies are temporary and remain on your device only until you close your web browser. Many of these cookies are essential for our websites to work properly, enabling you to navigate the sites and utilize their features.

Persistent cookies remain on your device after you have closed your browser, or until you manually delete them. The lifespan of a persistent cookie depends on its specific duration and your browser settings. These cookies help us recognize you as a returning user, making it easier and more convenient for you to access our websites or interact with our internet services.

Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the websites to function and cannot be disabled. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. You can configure your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but please be aware that certain parts of our websites may not work as a result. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Performance cookies help us count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve the performance of our websites. They let us know which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors navigate around the sites. The information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

Targeting cookies may be set through our websites by our advertising partners and can be used by those companies to create a profile of your interests, showing you relevant ads on other sites. They do not directly store personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and device.

We allow third parties to issue cookies that fall into the above-mentioned categories. We use third-party analytics tools to monitor our web traffic. We may also utilize third-party cookies to assist with market research and improve site functionality.

Our websites may contain links to websites that are not owned or operated by us. These links are provided for your convenience, and in no way constitute an endorsement of or referral to third-party websites. Each of these websites has its own independent privacy policies. We do not control these websites and, therefore, are not responsible for how they collect, use and disclose personal information.

If you have concerns about our use of cookies, you can take steps to prevent them from being issued. This can be done by adjusting your browser settings to block certain types of cookies. You can also delete cookies stored on your device at any time by accessing the appropriate settings in your web browser.

You can configure your browser to accept all cookies, to notify you when a cookie is issued, or to never accept cookies. However, choosing the latter option may result in some personalized services being unavailable, and you may not be able to fully enjoy all the features offered by our websites. If you prefer not to receive cookies or want to reject specific cookies, you can adjust your browser settings accordingly.

For more information on how to manage your cookie preferences, please refer to the “help” or similar menu in your web browser or check the customer support sections of your browser. Keep in mind that you will need to configure each browser on every device you use if you want to opt out of or block some or all cookies.

HOW TO CONTACT US

The Firm has a Privacy Officer who is responsible for promoting compliance with privacy and data protection obligations. This officer acts as the main point of contact for inquiries regarding personal information, and resolving any issues or complaints.

If you have any questions, comments or complaints about this Policy, or to assert any of your rights as set out above under the heading “Rights in Relation to Personal Information”, please contact the Privacy Officer by email at privacy@kramerintlaw.com, or by mail at Privacy Officer, Kramer International Law, 4388 Rue Saint-Denis Suite 200 #950, Montreal, QC Canada H2J 2L1.

MODIFICATIONS

We may modify this Policy at any time to reflect changes in our privacy policy. We recommend that you check this page regularly to stay updated on any changes.

Should any new policy become effective, we will post it on our websites and indicate the date the policy was most recently updated.

This Policy was last updated on December 13, 2024.