Attorneys, Notaries & Conveyancers | Admitted to the High Court of South Africa

Privacy Policy (POPIA Compliance)

1. Introduction

Kaplan Attorneys Inc. ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and used properly, lawfully, and transparently in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

2. The Information We Collect

We collect and process your personal information mainly to contact you for the purposes of understanding your requirements and delivering legal services accordingly. Information collected may include:

  • Name and contact details (email, phone number)
  • Identity numbers and FICA-related documentation (when formally onboarding as a client)
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide via our contact form.

3. How We Use Your Information

We will use your personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected, which include:

  • Responding to your inquiries.
  • Conducting preliminary conflict-of-interest checks.
  • Fulfilling our statutory obligations (including FICA requirements).
  • Providing you with legal updates or firm news (only if you have opted in).

4. Information Security

We are legally obliged to provide adequate protection for the personal information we hold and to stop unauthorized access and use. We utilize secure, industry-standard protocols to store and manage your data.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. You also have the right to ask us to update, correct, or delete your personal information. To do so, please contact our Information Officer at [Email Address]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.