Bridger’s Law Ltd Privacy Notice

Introduction

This Privacy Notice explains how Bridgers Law  (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct. It applies to all clients, prospective clients, website users, suppliers, and other individuals whose data we process.

Who We Are

• Bridgers Law LTD
• Registered Address: Unit 10 Conqueror Court, Vellum Drive, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BB
• Contact Email: helpme@bridgerslaw.co.uk
• Telephone: 01795 505 992

What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect:

• Identity data (name, date of birth, ID documents)
• Contact details (address, email, phone)
• Financial information (bank details and statements, payment information, source of funds and source of wealth information)
• Case‑related information (documents, evidence, correspondence)
• Special category data where relevant to legal matters (e.g., health, ethnicity, criminal data)
• Website usage data (cookies, analytics)

How We Collect Personal Data

• Directly from you (forms, emails, calls, meetings)
• Through our website and online portals
• From third parties (including barristers, experts, regulators, counterparties)
• From publicly available sources (Companies House, HMCTS, Land Registry)

Purposes and Lawful Bases for Processing

We process personal data for:

• Providing legal advice and representation (lawful basis: contract)
• Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations (lawful basis: legal obligation)
• Conflict checks and anti‑money laundering screening (legal obligation)
• Managing client relationships and firm administration (legitimate interests)
• Marketing communications (consent or legitimate interests, depending on context)

Special category data is processed where necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defence of legal claims.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyse usage. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. See our Cookie Policy hereunder for details.

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share data with:

• Barristers, experts, and consultants
• Courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies
• Opposing parties and their legal representatives
• IT service providers and secure cloud platforms
• Professional advisers (accountants, auditors)
• Financial institutions for mortgage purposes.

We do not sell personal data.

International Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes collected, typically 6 years after a matter closes, in line with SRA and statutory requirements.

Data Security

We implement technical and organisational measures including encrypted systems, access controls, secure storage, and staff training to protect personal data.

Where external providers are utilised to process or store your data we ensure that contracts are in place to ensure confidentiality and access in the event of a data access requests or instructions to delete or amend.

Your Rights

You have rights to:

• Access your data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion (where applicable)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent (where consent is the lawful basis)

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details above.

Direct Marketing

We may send legal updates or newsletters. You can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us.

Professional Confidentiality

Nothing in this Privacy Policy overrides our duties of confidentiality or legal professional privilege.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.

 

Bridgers Law Ltd Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. It sets out what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices you have. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Notice, which explains how we process personal data more generally.

What cookies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions. For the purposes of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), “cookies” also include technologies such as pixels, tags, local storage, and similar tools that store or access information on your device.

How we use cookies

3.1       We use cookies to:

• Ensure the website functions correctly and securely
• Enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas
• Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve performance
• Manage and record your cookie preferences

3.2       We do not use cookies to serve targeted advertising.

Types of cookies we use

4.1       Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, completing forms, or adjusting privacy settings. These cookies do not require your consent.

4.2       Analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information such as page views, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns. They help us improve the performance and usability of the site. These cookies are not essential and will only be set with your consent.

4.3       Functional cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set by us or by third‑party providers whose services we use. These cookies require your consent.

4.4       Third‑party cookies

Some cookies may be set by third‑party service providers, such as analytics platforms. These providers may process data outside the UK. Details of any such transfers are included in our Privacy Notice. These cookies require your consent.

Cookies we use

The table below lists the cookies used on our website. The specific cookies may change from time to time as we update our systems.

• Cookie
  PHPSESSID
  Duration
  session
  Description
  This cookie is native to PHP applications. The cookie stores and identifies a user's unique session ID to manage user sessions on the website. The cookie is a session cookie and will be deleted when all the browser windows are closed.

 

• Cookie
  wpEmojiSettingsSupports
  Duration
  session
  Description
  WordPress sets this cookie when a user interacts with emojis on a WordPress site. It helps determine if the user's browser can display emojis properly.

 

• Cookie
  cookieyes-consent
  Duration
  1 year
  Description
  CookieYes sets this cookie to remember users' consent preferences so that their preferences are respected on subsequent visits to this site. It does not collect or store any personal information about the site visitors.

 

Legal basis for using cookies

6.1       For strictly necessary cookies, our lawful basis is our legitimate interest in ensuring the proper functioning and security of our website.

6.2       For analytics and functional cookies, our lawful basis is consent, which you can give or withdraw at any time.

Managing your cookie preferences

7.1       When you first visit our website, you will be asked to set your cookie preferences. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject all non‑essential cookies
• Choose specific categories to allow or reject

7.2       You can change your preferences at any time by selecting “Cookie Settings” in the footer of our website.

7.3       You can also control cookies through your browser settings, although blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third‑country transfers

Some third‑party providers (such as analytics services) may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent protections. Further details are provided in our Privacy Notice.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. The “Last updated” date at the bottom of this page will be amended accordingly.

Contact us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:

Bridger’s Law Ltd
helpme@bridgerslaw.co.uk
01795 505 992