PRIVACY POLICY
Kassen Khan Smidt Attorneys (“KKS”, “KKS Law”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that your privacy is respected in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, share, and destroy your personal information when you interact with our website, communicate with us, or use our services.
1. Collection of Personal Information
When you visit our website or contact us, we may collect the following personal information:
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Your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide;
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Documents you share with us during consultations or service requests;
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Any other information that identifies you directly or indirectly.
We collect this information to:
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Communicate with you and respond to your enquiries;
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Provide the legal consulting services you request;
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
2. Storage of Personal Information
Your personal information is stored electronically on a secure, cloud-based system. We take reasonable steps to ensure that your data is protected from unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.
3. Log Data
We may automatically collect certain information (“Log Data”) when you access our website, such as your device type, IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing activity. This helps us improve our website and services.
4. Location Information
If permitted by your device settings, we may collect location information to enhance our service offerings. You may disable location services at any time in your device settings.
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that remember your preferences. You may configure your browser to reject cookies; however, doing so may affect certain features of our site.
6. Do Not Track (DNT)
We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. You can enable or disable this feature in your browser settings.
7. Legal Disclosure
We may disclose your personal information if required by law or in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
8. Security
We employ commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your personal information, but please note that no online method of storage or transmission is 100% secure.
Important Security Warning:
KKS Law will never ask you to share your banking details, login credentials, or passwords via email, SMS, or phone. We do not request payments through third-party platforms or unverified links. Always ensure that payment instructions come from a verified KKS Law email address.
Be Vigilant:
Fraudsters often use email addresses that closely resemble legitimate ones, such as changing or omitting a single letter. If anything seems unusual or you are uncertain, call us directly on the number provided on our official website before taking any action or making payment.
Phishing Alert:
If you receive suspicious communication claiming to be from KKS Law, especially involving urgent payment requests, document downloads, or unsolicited links, do not click or respond. Contact us immediately to verify its authenticity.
Your safety is our priority.
When in doubt, reach out.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites or platforms. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party sites.
10. Aggregated Data
We may collect and display anonymous, aggregated data about our site usage for analytics purposes. This does not include any personally identifying information.
11. Retention and Destruction of Personal Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide you with our services or comply with legal obligations. When no longer needed, your information will be securely deleted or destroyed.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
13. Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
Access your personal information held by us;
Request corrections or deletion;
Object to processing;
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) if you believe your rights under POPIA have been violated.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions or requests regarding this policy or your personal information, please contact:
Kassen Khan Smidt Attorneys
info@kkslaw.co.za
+27 021 011 1040
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
An accessible site allows visitors with disabilities to browse the site with the same or a similar level of ease and enjoyment as other visitors. This can be achieved with the capabilities of the system on which the site is operating, and through assistive technologies.
KKS Law is committed to making our website accessible and usable for everyone, including users with disabilities. We aim to meet globally recognised accessibility standards and best practices.
If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website or require information in an alternative format, please contact us at info@kkslaw.co.za or call 021 011 1040. We strive to accommodate your needs to the fullest extent reasonably possible under the Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act 4 of 2000 (PEPUDA).
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Disclaimer
Effective Date: 15 August 2026
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the kkslaw website (the “Site”) and our professional services. By using our Site or engaging with us, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not continue using the Site or our services.
1. About KKS Law
KKS Law (“we”, “us”, “our”) provides legal consulting and documentation services, including contract drafting, POPIA and PAIA policy development, general legal consulting, and academic/assessment-based contract work. Our services are non-litigious and aimed at guiding clients through legal matters with accessible and tailored support.
2. Use of This Website
Only individuals who are 18 years or older, or who are legally able to contract, may use this Site or request services from us. You may not use this Site for unlawful purposes, to solicit others to perform or participate in unlawful acts, or to violate any regulations or third-party rights.
3. Engagement & Services
Engagement with KKS Law only becomes binding upon written acceptance of a quotation or service agreement. Until such agreement is confirmed, no professional relationship is established. All consulting services are based on the information you provide and do not constitute formal legal advice within the meaning of the Legal Practice Act.
4. Payment Terms
Payment methods will be agreed to upon acceptance of a quotation. Fees may be required in part or in full before commencement, depending on the nature of the service. Quotes are valid for 14 days unless otherwise stated. Late or unpaid fees may result in the suspension or termination of services.
5. Amendments to Services or Website
We reserve the right to modify, suspend or discontinue any aspect of our Site or services at any time without notice. This may include updating prices, changing service offerings, or revising these Terms.
6. Suspension or Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Site or our services if we reasonably suspect misuse, fraud, abusive behaviour, or breach of these Terms. This includes suspending your account or communications with us.
7. Intellectual Property
All materials on this Site, including but not limited to text, images, logo, layout, and documents, are the intellectual property of Waypoint., unless otherwise credited. You may not copy, distribute, modify or exploit any content without our prior written consent.
8. Warranties & Disclaimers
We strive to offer accurate and professional support. However, we make no warranties regarding:
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The uninterrupted availability of our Site
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Absolute accuracy or completeness of website content
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The fitness of our services for a specific legal outcome
While we act diligently and professionally, we do not guarantee the success or resolution of any matter and accept no liability for indirect or consequential loss.
9. External Links & Third Parties
This Site may contain links or references to third-party websites or service providers. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy or conduct of these third parties. Any referrals provided are suggestions only, clients engage third parties at their own discretion and risk.
10. Privacy & Data Protection
Your use of the Site and our services is also governed by our [Privacy Policy], drafted in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA). We take appropriate measures to ensure the confidentiality and security of your information.
11. Jurisdiction & Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any dispute or claim arising from these Terms will fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of South African courts.
12. Contact Information
Questions or complaints relating to these Terms may be sent to:
info@kkslaw.co.za
021 011 1040
REFUND POLICY
Due to the professional and document‑based nature of our services, refunds are handled as follows:
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Refunds may be considered if work has not yet commenced or if the deliverable fails materially to meet the agreed scope.
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No refund will be issued once documents have been delivered and accepted, unless agreed otherwise in writing or required by applicable law.
Consumer rights under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 and Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 may apply in certain cases (e.g. a 7‑day “cooling‑off” period for electronic transactions). These rights will be honoured when applicable.
Refund Policy
DISCLAIMER
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Any and/or all correspondence received from Waypoint, a division of Kassen Khan Smidt Attorneys Inc., as well as the content provided on this website, is subject to the disclaimer set out herein.
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At the outset, all views, opinions and/or thoughts expressed in any correspondence and/or on this website do not necessarily reflect those of any external collaborators or partner firms.
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The information displayed on our website, including articles, posts and other content, is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed or interpreted in any way as legal or professional advice from Kassen Khan Smidt Attorneys Inc.
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This website and/or any correspondence are provided “as is”, and your use of and reliance on the information is entirely at your own risk. It is imperative that professional advice be sought before any action is taken based on information displayed on this website or contained in any correspondence.
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Certain parts of this website may link to external internet sites, and other external sites may link to this website. Kassen Khan Smidt Attorneys Inc. accepts no responsibility for the content of any such external sites.
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No person shall have any claim for any loss, damages or expenses suffered of any nature whatsoever arising out of, or in connection with, the contents of this website and/or any correspondence against Kassen Khan Smidt Attorneys Inc. We accept no responsibility for any loss or damage which may arise from reliance on the information provided on this website and/or in any correspondence.
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We do not represent or warrant that the website, information, content or any correspondence received will be error-free or meet any particular criteria of accuracy, completeness, reliability and/or security. Any reliance placed upon the aforementioned shall be entirely at your own risk.
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We will not be liable for any loss, damage or expense of whatever nature, including without limitation corruption or loss of data, damage to software programs, or interruption of business operations, resulting directly or indirectly from the transmission of any correspondence, including malicious software code or viruses transmitted with an email, or corruption to or loss of data contained in an email.
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This disclaimer is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa and will be deemed to supersede any terms contained in any correspondence insofar as such terms conflict with this disclaimer.
