Privacy Policy

Adamson Bernays Kyle & Jones Lawyers and its associated entity Southport Law Chambers Pty Ltd (“ABKJ”) are committed to the privacy of our clients and other individuals. This Privacy Policy outlines how we protect your personal information while collecting, using and disclosing this information, and it will apply to any information given by you when using our services. When you or another individual provides information to our firm, you will be deemed to have consented to the collection, use or disclosure of the information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. The Policy does not create contractual rights between ABKJ and a client or individual.

What information is collected?

ABKJ only collects information considered necessary to provide services to you. Information may be collected from:

(a) Clients and prospective clients and their business associates and employees;

(b) Employees, prospective employees and our contractors and suppliers of goods and services;

ABKJ may collect any or all of the following personal information including:

Your name, address and contact details;
Your credit card details;
Particulars of your bank accounts;
Date of birth;
Gender;
Photographic identification;
Financial information;
The services provided to you;
Records of correspondence between you and ABKJ and third parties.

The type of information which we collect will depend upon the type of legal services we provide to you and your interaction with us.

You do not need to supply us with personal information but if you do not do so we may not be able to provide you with legal services, communicate with you, or complete our legal obligations to you.

How is your information collected?

The ways in which we may collect your personal information are:

Directly from you in person, by telephone, or in writing by email or otherwise;
From third parties such as related companies and our service providers;
From a third party, for example a financial adviser, an accountant or other professional adviser engaged by you.

Website collection of information

ABKJ collects personal information about visitors who use our website. Examples are:

If the individual provides information to us through our contact form;
Information such as IP addresses, browser type, operating systems and domain names, as well as dates and times of access.
We also use analytical software to collect information about the use of our website. This information includes navigation through the website, number of visits, duration of visits and commonly used areas of the website. This information is used to improve our website and our services and is not used to identify visitors personally.
Our website uses cookies. Cookies are pieces of information sent from websites and stored in the computer hard drive designed to make using the website easier by storing information about your preferences and browsing habits on that website. Cookies do not identify you personally.
If you do not wish to receive cookies, you can disable them or receive a warning when cookies are being used by altering the security settings of your website browser. Please note that disabling cookies may impact on your ability to use parts of the website.

How do we hold information?

The information collected will be:

held physically and securely within our office; and/or
at a third party site; and/or
on our computer networks (using methods such as password protection, antivirus and firewall software).

ABKJ takes steps to ensure the protection of all information we collect and to ensure that there is no unauthorised access or misuse of personal information.

We are required to retain personal information for some years by law. Files are kept at a secure off‑site location that is not under our direct control. We have made reasonable enquiries and satisfied ourselves that the information retained at this site is secure. We are not responsible for the security of personal information at this site. Once there is no requirement for the ongoing retention of personal information, procedures are followed to ensure that it is destroyed.

How is your information used?

ABKJ only uses your personal information for the purpose of providing services to you and for related internal management purposes including:

providing legal services;
conducting our business and meeting our legal obligations;
providing you with information and services relevant to your business and circumstances;
communication with you or your associated entities;
to purchase goods or services;
to market our services to you by way of email.

If you are a client you consent to us collecting, using, disclosing and storing your personal information so that we:

can conduct our business; and
provide legal services to you.

Disclosure of your personal information

We may disclose your personal information to third parties if:

you authorise us to do so;
we are required by law or a Court/Tribunal order;
we send the information to a third party expert we have engaged to assist us in providing legal services to you (eg., a barrister or consultant) provided that we reasonably believe that you have authorised us to do so.

Accessing and updating your information

If you wish to access and/or update your personal information please contact us by email or telephone.

Changes to this Policy

We reserve the right to amend the Privacy Policy at any time in accordance with our requirements and the law. Any amendments will be updated on our website. You accept these changes by continuing to use our website and our services.

What can you do if you wish to make a complaint?

If you wish to make a complaint about the collection, holding, use or disclosure of your personal information by our firm you can do so by contacting us by phone on (07) 5532 3199 or by email to [email protected] or by post to PO Box 1046, Southport, Qld, 4215. We will respond to your complaint within a reasonable timeframe.

Testimonials

“I recently worked with Daniel Madden on the purchase of an apartment where there were concerns regarding the non-disclosure of latent defects in the contract. From start to finish, I was thoroughly impressed with the level of professionalism and dedication shown. His research into the matter was extremely thorough. I felt confident with Daniel's communications all correspondence was clear, straightforward, and easy to understand, which made the entire process much smoother. What truly set Daniel apart, however, was his skill in negotiating with the other party’s legal team. His efforts contributed to a quick and favourable settlement, which I really appreciated. I’m grateful for his expertise and would highly recommend his services to anyone in need of reliable, knowledgeable legal assistance.”

Michael Sullivan

“We at Fay & Redman have been dealing with ABKJ Lawyers for at least a decade. They have always offered professional, timely and human advice and have meticulous attention to detail. On top of that, they are lovely to work with. We highly recommend ABKJ Lawyers to all of our clients, friends and families.”

James Fay

“I recently worked with Biannca Johnson from ABKJ Lawyers to buy a block of land in NSW, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! Biannca made everything so easy and stress-free. She was super helpful and took the time to explain everything to me in a way that made sense. Whenever I had a question, she was quick to respond and always made sure I felt confident throughout the whole process. I really appreciated how easy it was to work with her—she handled everything smoothly and kept me in the loop the entire time. If you need a lawyer who is not only great at what they do but also genuinely friendly and easy to deal with, Biannca is the one! I’ll definitely be using her and ABKJ Lawyers again in the future. Cheers, Biannca, for making my land purchase so much easier!”

Jackson McKenzie

“Recently sold two investment properties via ABKJ Lawyers. Samantha managed both transactions extremely professionally and was able to bring the settlement forward by three days without any issues. This is the fourth property transaction handled by ABKJ Lawyers, all properties settled without any issues. I would highly recommend ABKJ Lawyers for any property conveyancing transactions.”

Maddo

“Have just completed a property sale. Found ABKJ completely professional and efficient and quick to carry out what was needed.”

Janice C

“We have been clients of ABKJ Lawyers for 24 years. All staff members are professional, attentive, and importantly talk plain English so you understand everything. Definitely recommend ABKJ Lawyers 100%”

Femia DB

“I have dealt with ABKJ Lawyers for 30-odd years, since the Short Street fire, relocation to Primrose Couper and to the ultimate location. My family has dealt with the firm, in many personal and business matters, less now due to our advanced years. There is not sufficient space here to fully express our satisfaction with the firm, sharing our tears, laughter, and celebrations of which there were many. During this time our company ibsglobal.com.au grew from its inception to the world's foremost in its field.”

John Aitkenhead

“I work in property in NSW and am very happy to recommend Samantha Siggleko for property advice and transactions. She was prompt and very helpful throughout my recent property purchase on the Gold Coast. I am confident she could guide any purchaser or seller through this process. I will definitely use this firm again for my next QLD transaction.”

Karina Heinz

“ABKJ lawyers have been helping us with our legal needs for the past 8 years. They act professionally and responsibly. Anthony and Samantha have been accommodating and approachable during the conveyancing process. Many Thanks!!”

Deepak

“Had an excellent experience with this firm, especially Jordan Gregory. We found ourselves in a rather difficult and messy settlement with a seller and their solicitor being useless. Jordan went above and beyond to do the work of both sides solicitors and get the deal done by the dead line with talks of weeks extensions. Honestly don’t think we’d be in the place in time if it wasn’t for him. Will definitely recommend the firm to others and use in future business.”

Ben Portelli

“Andrew Kyle offered very clear and concise advice on some reasonably complicated and concerning Body Corporate issues. Very satisfied! Additional to the above posting (now with regarding selling the property): Andrew was very helpful in direct negotiations with the other party to achieve a result that likely would not be otherwise achieved without his expertise. As far as the conveyancing went, Sam Siggleko was very professional, prompt and proficient. I will certainly be using the ABKJ team for my future legal requirements.”

Bruce B

“I had the pleasure of working with ABKJ Lawyers on a recent property conveyancing matter, and I couldn't be more impressed with their professionalism and expertise. From the very beginning, Samantha Siggleko took the time to thoroughly explain every step of the process, ensuring I fully understood the legalities involved. They were responsive to all my questions, offering clear and concise advice, which gave me peace of mind throughout the transaction. What really stood out was their attention to detail. Sam made sure every document was in order, and they anticipated potential issues before they became problems. They navigated the complexities of the property transfer with ease, and I felt confident that my interests were always at the forefront of their work. The process was smooth and efficient, largely thanks to Sam's proactive approach and clear communication. I always felt supported and well-informed. I highly recommend Sam and ABKJ Lawyers for anyone needing assistance with property conveyancing—it's clear they have a deep knowledge of the field and a genuine commitment to their clients.”

Sam A

“Excellent service. Good job dealing with difficult people.”

Spyro

“We had the pleasure of dealing with Giulia on the recent sale of our investment property in Brisbane. Giulia was extremely professional in her approach, efficient and very attentive throughout the entire process. Her personalized approach made us feel at ease and well supported every step of all the way. We were very impressed with Giulia's exceptional services and highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone who deliver results with a tailored touch. Giulia is the one! Thank you, Giulia, for making the process seamless and stress free. Well Done.”

Grace

“Fast turn-around and fantastic service! Highly recommended!”

Misty Gleeson

“Always receive great service from ABKJ. Exceptional in Body Corporate and Commercial Law.”

Duncan Lee

“The team at ABKJ, who managed the conveyancing of our recent purchase, are amazing. Professional, efficient and very personable! Could not endorse more!”

Kieran Burke

“Great Service and very understanding. The team at ABKJ not only clearly understood what I wanted but clearly explained and helped me understand what I needed. Thanks Again, Highly Recommended. ”

Lizzie Samuel

“Exceptional conveyancing service for the sale of my investment property. Very efficient and kept me informed along the way. Also returned my calls very promptly. Can't fault ABKJ's service. Thank you.”

Tracey Young

“ABKJ have exceptional family lawyers with passion and innovative thinking for each matter she handles. I know the referrals I send are handled with attention to detail.”

Joshua Stemm

“Professional, friendly service and advice. Grateful for a prompt outcome and timely assistance.”

Brett Cumming

“My husband and I used this firm for conveyancing with Amber Page. We used a conveyancer previously and there was no comparison, Amber went above and beyond giving us a comforting and confident experience as we all know how stressful buying a new home is no matter how many times you do it. Ambers advice and guidance was professional and absolutely on point.”

Austin martin

“I can certainly recommend this law firm, I have had great outcomes, and they go out of their way to do a completely professional job. Friendly and lovely people.”