Data Protection & Cookie Policy
Your privacy and data security are our priority. Committed to transparent and responsible data handling practices.
At MEN Advocates LLP, we take your privacy and data security seriously. This policy explains how we collect, process, store, and protect your personal data, as well as how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. It is issued in compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019 (Kenya), the Advocates Act (Cap 16), and international data protection standards including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect personal data when you:
- Submit an inquiry or contact form
- Book a consultation
- Subscribe to our newsletters
- Engage our legal services
- Interact with our website (via analytics tools or cookies)
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, identification documents, company registration details, and IP address.
2. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data on the basis of:
- Consent – where you have given us permission (e.g., newsletter subscriptions)
- Contract – where processing is necessary to provide our legal services
- Legal Obligation – where required by law or regulation
- Legitimate Interests – where processing supports our operations and your rights are not overridden
3. Data Security & Confidentiality
We employ administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information against loss, theft, unauthorised access, and misuse. All processing is done in accordance with our professional obligations under the Advocates Act and the Law Society of Kenya Code of Conduct.
4. Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and correct your personal data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain processing activities
- Lodge complaints with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner
To exercise these rights, contact: privacy@menadvocates.co.ke.
5. Cookie Usage
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help our site function efficiently and enhance your user experience.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for secure site operation and navigation. These cannot be disabled.
Performance Cookies
Collect anonymous data to measure site performance and loading times.
Functional Cookies
Remember user preferences to enhance your browsing experience.
Analytics Cookies
Used for visitor statistics and usage trends analysis.
Security Cookies
Help detect and prevent fraudulent activity and unauthorized access.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted service providers (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us analyse and improve our website. These third parties may set their own cookies in accordance with their privacy policies.
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in the following ways:
- Browser Settings – Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings
- Cookie Consent Banner – Upon visiting our site, you can accept, reject, or customise your cookie preferences
- Cookie Settings – Use the button below to modify your current preferences
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. All changes will be posted here with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
Data Protection Officer – MEN Advocates LLP
Subject: Data Privacy Inquiry