Kieran O’Gorman Solicitors
Last updated: 17th Dec 2025
Kieran O’Gorman Solicitors (“we”, “our”, “the Firm”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a lawful, fair and transparent manner.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (Ireland).
1. Who We Are
Kieran O’Gorman Solicitors
Port Road, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Phone: (074) 910 3500
Email: info@linen-grasshopper-550944.hostingersite.com
Data Controller: The Firm
We are regulated by the Law Society of Ireland.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data, depending on the nature of your legal matter:
A. Information You Provide Directly
Name, address, date of birth
Phone number, email address
Identification documents (passport, driving licence)
Financial information (bank details, proofs of funds)
Case-related information
Employment information
Details relating to family matters
Property transaction details
Criminal records or allegations (only where necessary for legal representation)
B. Special Category Data (Handled with Enhanced Protection)
Under GDPR, this includes:
Health information
Information relating to a legal claim
Criminal offence data
These are processed strictly under Article 9 GDPR and only where necessary to provide legal services or comply with legal obligations.
C. Information Collected Automatically
When you browse our website:
IP address
Browser type and device information
Cookie preferences
Website usage data (via CookieYes, analytics or similar tools, where consent is provided)
3. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data for the following legitimate purposes:
Providing legal advice and representation
Carrying out conflict checks
Managing and progressing your legal file
Responding to enquiries
Issuing invoices and processing payments
Meeting our legal and regulatory obligations
Maintaining practice records
Improving our website and client communication
We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following GDPR legal bases:
Article 6(1)(b) – performance of a contract (providing legal services)
Article 6(1)(c) – compliance with legal obligations (Law Society, Revenue, Anti-Money Laundering)
Article 6(1)(f) – legitimate interests (managing and operating our practice)
Article 9(2)(f) – legal claims and legal advice
Article 9(2)(b) – employment, social protection and legal obligations
Article 9(2)(a) – explicit consent (only where strictly required)
5. Sharing Your Data
We may share your information with:
Counsel, barristers or third-party legal professionals
Courts, tribunals and statutory bodies
Experts such as engineers, doctors, valuers, forensic specialists
Opposing solicitors and legal representatives
Regulatory bodies such as the Law Society of Ireland
Revenue Commissioners
Our IT, software and file management providers (all GDPR-compliant)
Banks, insurers and financial institutions
Gardaí or other authorities when legally required
We never sell personal data or share it for marketing purposes.
All third-party service providers are bound by confidentiality and GDPR-compliant contracts.
6. Data Storage & Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:
Secure case management systems
GDPR-compliant cloud storage
Encrypted email (where appropriate)
Access controls and staff confidentiality agreements
Regular security monitoring
Your information is stored securely in Ireland or within the EU/EEA.
7. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
Legal files are typically retained for 7 years (or longer where required by law or Law Society of Ireland guidance).
Property and probate files may be retained for longer periods.
Enquiry emails and correspondence may be retained up to 12 months.
When retention periods expire, information is securely deleted or destroyed.
8. Your Data Protection Rights
You have the following rights under GDPR:
Right to access – request a copy of your personal data
Right to rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to erasure – request deletion (subject to legal obligations)
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to certain processing activities
Right to withdraw consent (where consent is relied upon)
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
📧 info@linen-grasshopper-550944.hostingersite.com
We may need to verify your identity before responding.
9. Cookies & Website Tracking
Our website uses cookies to:
Improve site performance
Analyse visitor traffic
Remember your preferences
Non-essential cookies (including analytics) are only activated with your consent, in accordance with CookieYes and GDPR regulations.
For more information, see our Cookie Policy.
10. Transfers Outside the EU/EEA
We do not transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area unless:
It is strictly necessary for your legal matter
Adequate safeguards are in place (e.g., EU Standard Contractual Clauses)
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:
Kieran O’Gorman Solicitors
Port Road, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
📞 (074) 910 3500
📧 info@linen-grasshopper-550944.hostingersite.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC):
https://www.dataprotection.ie