Privacy Policy

1. Overview — What this policy covers

This Privacy Policy explains which personal data we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and what rights you have under applicable data protection law. "Personal data" means any information that can identify you directly or indirectly (for example: name, email address, IP address).

2. Controller / Contact

The controller for data processing on this website is:

3. Data Protection Contact

For data protection matters you may contact our data protection team at:

Data protection contact
Email: datenschutz@privateequitylawyer.com

4. Data recorded on this website

We collect data that you provide to us (for example via contact forms) and technical data that is automatically recorded by our systems (for example browser type, operating system, access times and IP address). Technical data is recorded to ensure secure and reliable website operation and to analyse usage patterns.

5. Purposes and legal basis

We process personal data in order to provide and improve the website, to answer enquiries, to fulfil contractual obligations, to comply with legal obligations and to pursue legitimate interests (for example security and fraud prevention). Where required, we will rely on consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).

6. Storage duration

Unless otherwise stated, we retain personal data only for as long as required for the stated purposes. If you request deletion or revoke consent, we will delete your data unless legal retention obligations apply.

7. Your rights

You have the right to request access to your personal data, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing and portability. Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time for future processing. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

8. Hosting

The website is hosted to ensure reliable operation. Hosting providers may record log files including IP addresses. We use hosting services on the basis of our legitimate interest in reliable website operation and have concluded appropriate contracts where required.

9. Cookies

We use cookies for essential website functions and, where you consent, for analytics and marketing. Session cookies expire after your visit; persistent cookies remain until you delete them. You can configure your browser to block cookies, which may affect website functionality.

10. Server log files

Our servers automatically log technical data (browser type and version, operating system, referrer URL, host name of the accessing computer, time of server request, IP address). This information helps us operate and improve the website and is not merged with other data sources.

11. Contact form and other requests

If you contact us via contact form, email or phone, we process the data you provide in order to handle your request. Processing will typically be based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR for contractual matters or our legitimate interest to respond to enquiries (Art. 6(1)(f)).

12. Newsletter

If you subscribe to a newsletter, we collect your email address solely to send the newsletter. Processing is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in each newsletter.

13. Plugins and third-party tools

We may use third-party services (for example fonts, maps or video providers). These services may transfer data to servers outside the EU; where applicable we rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses. Please consult the providers' privacy notices for details.

14. E-commerce and payment providers

Where payment services are used, we process billing and customer data as necessary to fulfil contracts and for billing purposes. Personal data is retained only for the statutory retention periods.

15. Handling applicant data

If you apply for a position with us, we process application data for personnel selection. If no employment relationship is established, we may retain application data for a limited period on the basis of our legitimate interest to provide evidence in the event of legal disputes.

16. Right to object & complaints

You may object to processing based on Art. 6(1)(e) or (f) GDPR for reasons arising from your situation. You have the right to object to direct marketing at any time. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (for example the Bavarian Data Protection Authority).

17. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our processing practices. The current version is published on this website at privateequitylawyer.com/privacy.