Privacy Policy

How M-Smith Advocates collects, uses, and protects your information.

Last updated: May 2026

1. Who We Are

M-Smith Advocates ("we", "us", "our") is a law firm based at Tirupati Mazima Mall, Kabalagala, Kampala, Uganda. We are the data controller for information collected through this website (m-smithadvocates.com). Contact us at info@m-smithadvocates.com or call +(256) 782 776 074.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, including:

  • Name, email address, and phone number when you contact us or submit a consultation request
  • Details about your legal matter that you choose to share
  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited (via standard server logs)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide legal consultations
  • Fulfil our professional obligations as advocates
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Professional Privilege

Information you share with us in the context of seeking legal advice is subject to legal professional privilege. We treat all client communications with strict confidentiality in accordance with the Uganda Law Council rules of professional conduct.

5. Data Retention

We retain contact form data and enquiry records for up to 2 years unless a client relationship is established, in which case records are retained for the period required by law. Technical logs are retained for 90 days.

6. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection law, you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at info@m-smithadvocates.com.

7. Cookies

This website uses only essential technical cookies necessary for navigation. No third-party tracking or advertising cookies are used.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any revised policy.

9. Contact

For any privacy-related queries, contact M-Smith Advocates at:
Tirupati Mazima Mall, Kabalagala, Kampala, Uganda
Email: info@m-smithadvocates.com
Phone: +(256) 782 776 074