1. Introduction
1.1. O&M Law LLP (hereinafter O&M Law or We) is a highly rated full-service law firm with presence in Nairobi, Kisumu and Kakamega. We provide a comprehensive range of legal services for domestic and international clients with the standard of client care and responsiveness that has become our signature.
1.2. O&M Law is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of the information that we receive from natural persons and legal persons and their assigns or representatives (You or Your).
1.3. This Privacy Policy sets out the basis on how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard the information that we receive in our engagement with you.
2. Collection of Information
2.1. We shall collect and process your information with your consent.
2.2. For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, consent means a manifestation of express, unequivocal, free, specific and informed indication of your wishes by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signifying agreement to the collection and processing of your information.
2.3. The following information may be collected and processed by O&M Law:
- 2.3.1. personal information and sensitive personal information including your name, gender, physical address, email address, phone number, date of birth, photograph and government-issued identification numbers;
- 2.3.2. engagement related information including financial records, medical records and employment history;
- 2.3.3. corporate and business data including company name, tax information, director and shareholder information, intellectual property and employee details; and
- 2.3.4. website usage data including your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and other analytics data collected through cookies or similar technologies.
2.4. We may request for further information from you periodically in connection with our engagement.
3. Use of Information
3.1. We shall use your information for the following purposes:
- 3.1.1. to provide legal services and fulfill our contractual obligations to you;
- 3.1.2. to communicate with you about your engagement;
- 3.1.3. to make suggestions and recommendations to you about legal services and products that are relevant to you;
- 3.1.4. to improve our website, services, and client experience;
- 3.1.5. to comply with legal and regulatory obligations; and
- 3.1.6. to protect the rights, property, or safety of O&M Law, clients, or others.
4. Sharing Information with Third Parties
4.1. We shall only share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:
- 4.1.1. subject to your express consent: when you authorize us to disclose information to third parties such as advocates and accountants; and
- 4.1.2. for legal compliance when required by law, court order, or government request.
5. Data Security
5.1. We continuously implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
6. Rights
6.1. O&M Law is committed to respecting and upholding the following rights in connection to the information that we receive from you. The right for you:
- 6.1.1. to be informed the use to which your information shall be put;
- 6.1.2. to request a copy of your information that is held by O&M Law;
- 6.1.3. to be notified of additional use of your information aside from what has been listed in clause 3 above;
- 6.1.4. to request rectification of your information that is held by O&M Law;
- 6.1.5. to request deletion of your information, subject to legal and ethical obligations of O&M law;
- 6.1.6. to not be subjected to decision making that is solely based on automated processing which produces legal effects that affect you;
- 6.1.7. to withdraw your consent to the collection and use of your information;
- 6.1.8. to opt out of receiving legal updates and any communication from O&M law; and
- 6.1.9. to request a transfer of your information to another person.
7. Retention of Information
7.1. We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, to comply with legal obligations, or to resolve disputes. Case files and client records may be retained for longer periods as required by law.
8. Cookies and Other Technologies
8.1. Our website: www.omlaw.co.ke may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect usage data. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
9.1. We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements and shall communicate these changes to you.
10. Contact Us
10.1. If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact