SFKS CK KWONG, SOLICITORS – Privacy Policy Statement
This Privacy Policy Statement (“Privacy Policy”) sets out the policies and practices of SFKS CK KWONG, SOLICITORS (“we”, “us”, “our” or “the Firm”) in relation to the collection, use, disclosure, retention and protection of personal data in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486 of the Laws of Hong Kong) (“the Ordinance”).
By accessing our website or otherwise providing your personal data to us, you acknowledge, agree and consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy Statement.
1. Our Commitment
We are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Ordinance. All personal data collected by us will be handled in accordance with the principles and obligations set out in the Ordinance.
2. Collection of Personal Data
“Personal data” refers to any data relating directly or indirectly to a living individual, from which it is possible for the identity of the individual to be ascertained and in a form in which access to or processing of the data is practicable.
We may collect personal data from you in a variety of circumstances, including but not limited to when you:
visit or browse our website;
contact us with an enquiry;
subscribe to our newsletters, publications or updates;
register for an event or seminar;
apply for employment; or
engage our legal services.
Depending on the purpose, the types of personal data we may collect include, but are not limited to:
your name;
contact details (such as email address, telephone number and postal address);
occupation and employer information;
identification details;
technical data (such as IP address, browser type, device information, cookies and website usage data).
We may also collect non-personally identifiable information when you browse our website for statistical and analytical purposes.
3. Purposes of Collection and Use
Personal data collected by us will only be used for the purposes for which it was collected or for purposes directly related thereto, including but not limited to:
responding to your enquiries or requests;
sending you legal updates, newsletters, invitations or promotional materials (subject to your consent);
registration for, and administration of, events and seminars;
providing legal services;
recruitment and human resources administration;
complying with applicable laws, regulations or court orders;
preventing or detecting fraud or other unlawful activities; and
improving our website and services.
We will not use your personal data for direct marketing purposes without your express consent or indication of no objection.
4. Disclosure and Transfer of Personal Data
We will keep your personal data confidential and will not disclose it to any third party without your prior consent, except where required or permitted by law. For the purposes stated above, we may disclose or transfer your personal data to the following parties (whether within or outside Hong Kong):
third-party service providers (e.g. IT, marketing, administrative, mailing or data processing services);
professional advisers or consultants;
government or regulatory authorities, where required by law; and
any person to whom we are required to make disclosure under applicable laws or court orders.
All such third parties are required to handle your personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.
5. Data Security and Retention
We have taken commercially reasonable steps in implementing suitable physical, administrative and technical measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised or accidental access, processing, erasure, loss or use.
Your personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose(s) for which it was collected and to satisfy any legal, regulatory or accounting requirements.
6. Access to and Correction of Personal Data
You have the right under the Ordinance to request access to and correction of the personal data we hold about you. Requests should be made in writing and addressed to:
SFKS CK KWONG, SOLICITORS
17/F, Chu Kong Shipping Tower, 143 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong Office@sfks-ckkwong.com
We may impose a reasonable administrative fee to process such requests in accordance with the Ordinance.
7. Use of Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.
We may use cookies to collect statistical information, track user preferences, and analyse website usage. Certain cookies may be set by third-party service providers.
You may choose to disable cookies by adjusting your browser settings. However, doing so may affect the functionality and performance of our website.
By continuing to use our website without changing your cookie settings, you consent to our use of cookies.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins or applications. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices or contents of such third parties. We encourage you to read their respective privacy policies before providing any personal data.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may from time to time update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on our website with the date of the latest revision. You are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Any disputes arising from or in connection with this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Hong Kong courts.
11. Contact Us
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our personal data practices, please contact:
SFKS CK KWONG, SOLICITORS
17/F, Chu Kong Shipping Tower, 143 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong
Email: Office@sfks-ckkwong.com
Telephone: 852 3691 2800
Last updated: 3rd April, 2025