Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 20, 2026
Last Updated: July 20, 2026
At Tillmann & Muñoz Law Offices (“the Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, process, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and other relevant laws and issuances by the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
By accessing our website, using our online services, or communicating with us through digital channels, you consent to the data collection and processing practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data to provide legal services, respond to inquiries, and manage our online interactions. The types of information we may collect include:
Personal Identifiers: Name, job title, company name, address, email address, telephone numbers, and contact details provided via contact forms, consultations, or direct emails.
Professional & Client Data: Information provided during prospective client inquiries, consultations, or engagement for legal representation (e.g., employment history, vessel details, P&I Club affiliation, or case background).
Technical & Usage Data: IP addresses, browser types, device information, operating systems, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on our website collected automatically via cookies or web analytics.
Note on Attorney-Client Privilege: Submitting an inquiry through our website or via email does not automatically establish an attorney-client relationship. However, any confidential information shared during initial consultations will be held in strict confidence in accordance with professional legal ethics and applicable privacy regulations.
2. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data through the following methods:
Direct interactions when you fill out contact forms, subscribe to advisories, or email our firm directly.
Automated tracking technology (e.g., cookies and standard web metrics) when you navigate through our website.
Information provided directly by clients, prospective clients, or authorized representatives during formal legal engagements.
3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Data Processing
We process your personal data for legitimate business and legal purposes, including:
Responding to legal inquiries and scheduling consultations.
Delivering, managing, and optimizing our legal, corporate, and advisory services.
Disseminating legal updates, advisories, newsletters, or firm news (where permitted or requested).
Complying with regulatory requirements, court orders, or statutory reporting obligations under Philippine law.
Improving website functionality, security, and user experience.
4. Disclosure and Sharing of Information
The Firm does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. We may share or disclose your personal data only under the following strict circumstances:
Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors, IT support providers, or web hosting services that assist us in operating our website and business, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal and Regulatory Mandates: When required by law, court order, subpoena, or administrative bodies (such as the Supreme Court, DOLE, POEA/DMW, or NCMB) in the legitimate defense or prosecution of legal claims.
Client Representation: As necessary to represent your interests in litigation, arbitration, mediation, or corporate proceedings, with your consent or as authorized by law.
5. Data Security and Retention
We implement reasonable and appropriate organizational, physical, and technical security measures (such as SSL encryption, restricted access protocols, and secure servers) to protect your personal data from loss, unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements, or comply with statutory retention periods under Philippine laws.
6. Your Rights as a Data Subject
Right to be Informed: The right to know whether your personal data is being processed.
Right to Access: The right to request reasonable access to your personal data held by the Firm.
Right to Rectification: The right to dispute and correct any inaccuracies or errors in your personal data.
Right to Erasure or Blocking: The right to suspend, withdraw, or order the blocking/removal of your personal data under conditions defined by law.
Right to Damages: The right to be indemnified for damages sustained due to inaccurate, incomplete, or unauthorized use of personal data.
Right to Data Portability: The right to obtain a copy of your data in an electronic or structured format for further use.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, legal advisories, government portals, or PDF documents. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or firm practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Our Data Protection Officer (DPO)
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the exercise of your data privacy rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Tillmann & Muñoz Law Offices
Attn: Data Protection Officer
Email: mail@tillmannlaw.ph
Phone: +63 2 3484 0788
Address: 12F Cara Celine Bldg. #2450 Del Carmen St. corner Kapitan Tikong St. Malate Manila 1004 Philippines