This notice explains how Birketts LLP uses your personal data when you visit the Dispute a Will website or contact us about disputing or defending a will.
Who we are
Dispute a Will is a trading name of Birketts LLP, a law firm authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Birketts LLP is the data controller for the personal data you provide via this website.
Data Protection Officer
Adeniyi Ajose
ade-ajose@birketts.co.uk
Providence House
141–145 Princes Street
Ipswich IP1 1QJ
What personal data we collect
When you use the Dispute a Will website or contact us, we may collect:
- your name and contact details (such as email address and telephone number)
- information you choose to provide about your circumstances or potential dispute
- any documents or information you submit to help us understand your enquiry
How we use your personal data
We use your personal data to:
- respond to enquiries submitted via the Dispute a Will website
- assess whether we can assist you with a will or inheritance dispute
- arrange an initial consultation where requested
- communicate with you about our services
Your data is processed only for legitimate legal and business purposes connected with the Dispute a Will service.
Lawful basis for processing
We process your personal data because:
- it is necessary to take steps at your request before entering into a contract, or
- it is necessary for our legitimate interests in providing legal services and responding to enquiries, or
- it is necessary to fulfil a legal obligation
- you have given us your consent to send marketing communications
Where relevant, additional safeguards apply if special category data is provided.
Who we share your data with
Your personal data is handled by Birketts LLP. We do not sell your data or pass it to third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share data internally with relevant members of our Private Wealth Disputes team and support staff where necessary to deal with your enquiry. We also use processors in the firm to ensure effective administration of our duties in the firm.
How long we keep your data
Personal data collected via this website is retained only for as long as necessary to deal with your enquiry and in line with Birketts LLP’s retention policies.
Your rights
You have rights under UK data protection law, including the right to:
- access your personal data
- request correction of inaccurate data
- request deletion in certain circumstances
- object to or restrict processing in certain cases
Further information
This is a short, service‑specific privacy notice.
For full details about how Birketts LLP processes personal data, including information about data security, retention, international transfers and how to exercise your rights, please read our full Privacy Notice on the Birketts website.
