Privacy Policy for DMD Legal Services & Notary Public
Effective Date: January 1st, 2026
DMD Legal Services (“DMD Legal”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit our website www.dmdlegal.ca, contact us, or use our services.
This policy complies with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Telephone number
Email address
Mailing address
Information related to legal inquiries or services requested
Communication records when contacting our office
Information may be collected when you:
Complete a contact form
Call or text our office
Send an email
Request legal or notary services
Schedule consultations
2. How We Use Personal Information
Personal information is collected solely for legitimate business and legal purposes, including:
Responding to inquiries
Providing paralegal or notary public services
Communicating with clients
Scheduling appointments
Maintaining client records
Meeting legal and regulatory obligations
Improving website functionality and client service
3. Confidentiality of Legal Information
As a licensed paralegal practice in Ontario, DMD Legal treats all client communications and information as confidential, subject to professional and legal obligations.
Information shared through this website or during consultations is handled with appropriate safeguards; however, submitting information through the internet does not automatically create a paralegal-client relationship.
4. Text Messaging and Mobile Information
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Personal information may only be disclosed:
When required by law or court order
To regulatory authorities where legally obligated
With client consent
To service providers necessary to operate our business (such as secure communication or telephone providers), who are required to maintain confidentiality
6. Website Cookies and Technical Data
Our website may automatically collect limited technical information such as:
IP address
Browser type
Pages visited
Date and time of access
This information is used only for website administration and performance improvement and does not personally identify users.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
8. Retention of Information
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill legal, professional, and business obligations, including record-keeping requirements applicable to licensed paralegals in Ontario.
9. Your Privacy Rights
You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us using the information below.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. DMD Legal is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
DMD Legal Services
Website: www.dmdlegal.ca
Email: admin@dmdlegal.ca
Phone: (905) 296-3444 / (416) 281-8224
Hamilton / Toronto, Ontario, Canada
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.