Statement of Privacy Practices
Effective Date: 28.09.2026

Harshit Bari & Associates (the "Firm", "we", "us", or "our") maintains a steadfast commitment to your privacy and the protection of your personal data in strict adherence to the laws of India, specifically the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the accompanying Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 ("IT Act"). This Privacy Policy outlines the methodologies for data collection, utilization, and the rigorous protective measures employed during your interaction with our digital platform or engagement of our professional legal services.

1. Organizational Identity
Harshit Bari & Associates is a premier legal consultancy headquartered in India, dedicated to providing sophisticated legal solutions and representation to a diverse clientele of individuals and corporate entities.

2. Applicability of Policy
This policy governs all personal data processed via our website and during the provision of legal services. These provisions function in conjunction with any Master Service Agreements or Engagement Letters executed between the Firm and our clients.

3. Categories of Data Processed
Depending on the nature of your engagement, we may process the following data classes:
• Identity and Contact Information: Full legal name, email address, telephone number, and registered residential or business address.
• Subject Matter Documentation: Specific details and privileged materials related to your legal inquiries required for professional assessment and guidance.
• Administrative Data: Meeting schedules, service preferences, and comprehensive records of all firm-related communications.
• Financial Details: Billing information processed safely through secure, encrypted third-party payment systems.
• Digital Footprint: Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, technical hardware/software data, browsing patterns, and usage metrics collected via cookies.

4. Regulatory Compliance and Legal Foundation
Processing of personal data is conducted in accordance with the security standards mandated by the IT Act. Our legal bases for processing include:
• Explicit consent provided by the data subject
• Execution of contractual duties or service requests
• Compliance with statutory regulations and legal mandates
• Legitimate interests regarding the secure and prudent management of our legal practice
No provision within this document shall be interpreted as a waiver of rights granted to you under the sovereign laws of India.

5. Purpose of Processing
Your data is utilized to:
• Evaluate legal requirements and facilitate professional correspondence
• Provide expert legal counsel and representation
• Manage and document professional consultations
• Maintain regulatory client registers and satisfy bar association requirements
• Identify and prevent fraudulent behavior or cybersecurity threats
• Enhance digital platform functionality and service excellence

6. Professional Secrecy and Attorney–Client Privilege
Confidentiality serves as the cornerstone of our practice. All information disclosed for the purpose of obtaining legal advice is categorized as confidential and remains shielded by attorney–client privilege as recognized under Indian jurisprudence.
Access is strictly limited to authorized personnel and professionals required for the matter, ensuring use remains consistent with the ethical duties of legal practitioners.

7. Disclosure of Information
Data disclosure is limited to the following scenarios:
• With specialized advocates, consultants, or external experts participating in your matter under strict confidentiality protocols
• With operational service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) bound by rigorous data protection agreements
• With judicial bodies, regulatory agencies, or law enforcement when compelled by valid legal process or to defend our legal rights
The Firm does not engage in the sale or commercial trade of personal information.

8. Data Retention Protocols
Personal data is retained only for the duration required to:
• Fulfill our professional service obligations
• Meet statutory record-keeping intervals mandated by Indian law
• Resolve jurisdictional disputes and uphold firm agreements
Upon expiry of the retention period, data is securely purged or anonymized, subject to overarching professional liabilities.

9. Security Architecture and Statutory Safeguards
We employ reasonable security practices as defined by the IT Act, including technical, administrative, and physical controls to mitigate risks of unauthorized access or alteration. While we utilize industry-standard safeguards, no digital system can be guaranteed as impenetrable.

10. Data Subject Rights
In alignment with applicable regulations, you may exercise the right to:
• Access the personal records maintained by the Firm
• Rectify inaccuracies or complete deficient information
• Request the erasure of data, subject to legal retention mandates
• Withdraw consent previously granted for data processing
Please direct all formal requests to the contact details provided in Section 15.

11. Cookie Policy
Our platform utilizes cookies to:
• Sustain fundamental site infrastructure
• Preserve user-defined preferences
• Evaluate engagement metrics to enhance our service delivery
Users may modify browser settings to reject cookies, though this may impact the functionality of specific site features.

12. External Digital Assets
Our website may feature links to third-party platforms. The Firm assumes no responsibility for the privacy architectures or content of external entities and advises independent review of their respective policies.

13. Minor’s Privacy
Our professional services are designed for an adult audience. We do not intentionally collect data from individuals under the age of 18. Should we become aware of such collection, we will take immediate steps toward data deletion.

14. Policy Revisions
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy to reflect evolving legal standards or firm practices. All updates will be signaled by a revised "Effective Date" at the commencement of this document.

15. Formal Inquiries and Contact Information
For concerns regarding our data management practices or compliance with the IT Act, please direct your correspondence to:
Harshit Bari & Associates
Email: harshitbari23@gmail.com
Phone: +91-8349889994
Address: FFF-2 Penthouse, 5th Floor, Taj Enclave, North Civil Lines, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh - 482001, India

By accessing our digital services or engaging our professional counsel, you formally acknowledge that you have reviewed and consented to the terms of this Privacy Policy.