PRIVACY POLICY & TERMS OF USE
Effective Date: March 3, 2026
PRIVACY POLICY
1. Introduction
RVTLC Law ("the Firm," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of every individual and entity that engages with our website, communicates with our team, or retains our legal services. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the rights you have with respect to your data.
By accessing our website at www.rvtlc-law.com or submitting any information to us through any channel, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described herein. This Policy is compliant with Republic Act No. 10173, otherwise known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 of the Philippines, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
Information You Provide Directly
Full name, email address, phone number, and physical address when you complete our contact or inquiry form
Information shared in the course of a consultation, whether in person, by phone, or by video conference
Documents, records, and supporting materials submitted in connection with a legal engagement
Correspondence sent to us by email or through our website
Information Collected Automatically
Browser type, device type, IP address, and pages visited when you access our website
Cookies and similar tracking technologies used to improve website functionality and user experience
Date and time of website visits and referring URLs
Information from Third Parties
Referrals or introductions from existing clients, partner firms, or professional contacts
Publicly available information relevant to the provision of legal services
3. How We Use Your Information
RVTLC Law uses the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
To respond to your inquiries and schedule consultations
To provide, manage, and deliver legal services pursuant to an engagement
To communicate updates, legal alerts, and relevant regulatory developments to clients who have opted in
To comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations, including anti-money laundering requirements and court orders
To improve the functionality, content, and user experience of our website
To protect the rights, safety, and interests of the Firm, our clients, and the public
To process billing, payments, and engagement documentation
We do not use your personal information for automated decision-making or profiling, and we do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes under any circumstances.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information on the following legal grounds under the Data Privacy Act of 2012:
Consent — where you have expressly provided consent for a specific purpose
Contractual necessity — where processing is necessary to perform a legal services engagement you have entered into with us
Legal obligation — where processing is required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or court orders
Legitimate interests — where processing is necessary for the Firm's legitimate professional and business interests, provided such interests do not override your fundamental rights
5. Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality
All information shared with RVTLC Law in the context of a legal engagement is protected by attorney-client privilege and the professional rules of confidentiality binding on all members of the Philippine Bar. We do not disclose client communications, case strategies, or confidential information to any third party without your express written consent, except as required by law or court order, or as necessary to prevent the commission of a crime.
6. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your personal information in the following limited circumstances:
With our lawyers, staff, and authorized personnel who require access to perform their professional duties
With third-party service providers engaged to support our operations, such as cloud storage providers, IT support, and accounting services, under strict confidentiality obligations
With courts, regulatory bodies, government agencies, and opposing counsel as required by legal proceedings or regulatory compliance
With your express consent, to co-counsel, referral lawyers, or professional advisors engaged in connection with your matter
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or reorganization of the Firm, subject to equivalent confidentiality protections
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including the duration of an active legal engagement and any applicable statutory retention periods thereafter. Client files are generally retained for a minimum of ten (10) years following the conclusion of an engagement, in accordance with professional record-keeping obligations. Website inquiry data not resulting in an engagement is retained for a period of two (2) years.
8. Data Security
RVTLC Law implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction. These measures include secure file management systems, access controls, encrypted communications, and confidentiality obligations binding on all personnel. In the event of a personal data breach that is likely to result in harm to you, we will notify you and the National Privacy Commission in accordance with our obligations under the Data Privacy Act of 2012.
9. Your Rights as a Data Subject
Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the following rights with respect to your personal information:
Right to be informed — to know how your personal data is being collected and processed
Right to access — to obtain a copy of your personal data held by the Firm
Right to rectification — to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
Right to erasure — to request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and professional retention obligations
Right to object — to object to the processing of your personal data on legitimate grounds
Right to data portability — to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format
Right to lodge a complaint — to file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission if you believe your rights have been violated
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@rvtlc-law.com. We will respond to all data privacy requests within fifteen (15) working days.
10. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how visitors interact with our website. You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time; however, doing so may affect the functionality of certain features of the website. By continuing to use our website without disabling cookies, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience and reference. RVTLC Law is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in applicable law, our data practices, or the services we offer. Any material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact our Data Privacy Officer at:
RVTLC Law — Data Privacy Officer 9/F Filinvest One Bldg., Northgate, Alabang, Muntinlupa City admin@rvtlc-law.com www.rvtlc-law.com
TERMS OF USE
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the website of RVTLC Law at www.rvtlc-law.com ("the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use the Website. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website. RVTLC Law reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Website following any such modification constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
2. Nature of Website Content — No Attorney-Client Relationship
The content published on this Website — including articles, legal alerts, FAQs, practice area descriptions, and all other written materials — is provided for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and it does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and RVTLC Law or any of its lawyers.
No attorney-client relationship is established by your use of this Website, by submitting an inquiry through our contact form, or by any communication made through the Website, unless and until a formal Engagement Letter has been signed by both parties and a commencement fee has been received by the Firm. Legal matters are fact-specific and jurisdiction-dependent. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content on this Website without first seeking advice from a qualified legal professional in relation to your specific circumstances.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, icons, the RVTLC Law name and branding, and the overall design and layout of the Website — is the exclusive intellectual property of RVTLC Law and is protected by applicable Philippine and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
You may access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial, and informational purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publicly display, republish, download, store, transmit, or create derivative works from any content on this Website without the prior written consent of RVTLC Law. Any unauthorized use of the Firm's intellectual property is strictly prohibited and may give rise to legal liability.
4. Accuracy of Information
RVTLC Law endeavors to ensure that all content published on this Website is accurate, current, and consistent with applicable Philippine law at the time of publication. However, the law changes frequently, and the Firm makes no warranty or representation — express or implied — that the content of this Website is complete, accurate, up-to-date, or applicable to your particular situation. RVTLC Law expressly disclaims all liability for any errors, omissions, or outdated information on the Website, and for any actions taken or not taken in reliance on such content.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, RVTLC Law, its founding partners, associates, and staff shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of — or inability to access or use — this Website or any content thereon, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if the Firm has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
6. Confidentiality of Communications
Please be advised that communications submitted through the Website's contact form or sent to the Firm by email prior to the establishment of a formal attorney-client relationship are not automatically protected by attorney-client privilege. While RVTLC Law treats all inquiries with discretion and professionalism, you should exercise caution in sharing sensitive personal or confidential information in pre-engagement communications. Attorney-client privilege and the full obligations of legal confidentiality attach only upon the execution of a formal Engagement Letter.
7. Prohibited Uses
You agree not to use this Website for any of the following purposes:
To transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized commercial communications, spam, or promotional material
To engage in any conduct that is unlawful, fraudulent, harmful, or objectionable
To attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website, its servers, or any related systems or networks
To introduce any viruses, malware, or other harmful code or technology that may damage or disrupt the Website or its users
To scrape, harvest, or collect any content or data from the Website using automated means without the Firm's prior written consent
To impersonate RVTLC Law, any of its lawyers, or any other person or entity in connection with the Website
8. External Links
This Website may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites for reference or convenience. RVTLC Law does not endorse, control, or assume any responsibility for the content, accuracy, legality, or privacy practices of any third-party website. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by the Firm. You access any linked websites entirely at your own risk.
9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts of Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila, Philippines.
10. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, and the remaining provisions of these Terms shall continue in full force and effect.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:
RVTLC Law 9/F Filinvest One Bldg., Northgate, Alabang, Muntinlupa City admin@rvtlc-law.com www.rvtlc-law.com