Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Hart Law Office (“we,” “our,” “the Firm”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information obtained in the course of providing legal services. We operate in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Alberta privacy legislation.

1. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you:

• Retain our Firm for legal services
• Visit our website
• Communicate with us by email, phone, or in person

2. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

A. Identification & Contact Information

• Name, address, phone number, email
• Date of birth
• Government-issued identification (when required for verification)

B. Legal Matter Information

• Information related to your legal issue
• Documents you provide to us
• Correspondence and notes taken during representation

C. Financial Information

• Billing information
• Payment details
• Trust account information (if applicable)

D. Website-Related Information

• IP address
• Browser details
• Cookies and analytics data(Our website uses standard analytics tools to improve user experience.)

3. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information for purposes including:

• Providing legal advice and representation
• Opening and managing client files
• Communicating with you regarding your matter
• Meeting regulatory, professional, and ethical obligations
• Processing payments and issuing invoices
• Improving our website and service offerings

We do not sell or trade personal information.

4. Consent

By engaging our Firm or using our website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as outlined in this Policy. You may withdraw consent, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

5. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose personal information:

• To third-party service providers assisting in legal services (e.g., couriers, experts, document management providers)
• When required by law or court order
• To comply with the Law Society of Alberta requirements
• With your express consent

All service providers are required to maintain confidentiality.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard personal information, including:

• Secure file storage
• Encrypted digital systems
• Restricted access to client files
• Secure communication protocols where feasible

7. Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information for the duration required by professional obligations and applicable law, including the Law Society of Alberta’s file-retention standards.

8. Access and Correction Requests

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request corrections or updates to inaccurate information

Requests may be made in writing to the contact information below.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

10. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Hart Law Office
5102 49 Ave #5,
Beaumont, AB T4X 1E4

Email: Please use our contact form
Phone: (780) 929-5900