Privacy Policy

Egypt International Legal Bureau (“EILB”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all clients, website visitors, and individuals who interact with our firm. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable Egyptian laws and recognized international privacy standards.

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

• Full name, date of birth, nationality, and identification documents
   
• Contact information: email, phone number, address
   
• Information related to your legal case or inquiry
   
• Documents you submit voluntarily (contracts, court papers, certificates, etc.)
   
• Payment or billing information when applicable
   

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address
   
• Browser type and device information
   
• Pages visited and interaction data
   
• Cookies and tracking technologies (where permitted)
   

In the course of legal representation, we may process:

• Family law–related data
   
• Criminal defence information
   
• Immigration and consular-related matters
   
• Other confidential legal information
   

This data is handled with strict confidentiality and only when necessary to provide legal services.

EILB uses personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide legal advice, representation, and services
   
• To communicate with you regarding your legal matter
   
• To verify identity and meet regulatory or compliance obligations
   
• To manage appointments, consultations, and documentation
   
• To improve our website and client experience
   
• To comply with legal, governmental, or court requirements
   

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We process personal information based on:

• Your consent
   
• Contractual necessity when providing legal services
   
• Legal obligations under Egyptian law
   
• Legitimate interest, such as firm administration and security
   

We may share your information only when necessary and lawful:

• With courts, prosecutors, police, or government bodies (only when required for your case)
   
• With embassies or consular authorities when mandated by your instructions
   
• With trusted third-party service providers (IT, secure storage, translators)
   
• When required by Egyptian law, legal order, or regulatory authorities
   

All third parties are required to maintain strict confidentiality.

We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from:

• Unauthorized access
   
• Loss or theft
   
• Alteration or misuse
   

Examples include encrypted communications, secure document storage, and restricted access controls.

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Complete the legal services you requested
   
• Comply with legal and professional obligations
   
• Maintain proper firm records
   

After the retention period, data is securely destroyed or anonymized.

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
   
• Request correction or updates
   
• Request deletion (where legally permitted)
   
• Restrict or object to processing
   
• Withdraw consent
   
• Request a copy of your case file
   

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

As EILB works with foreign nationals, embassies, and international clients, your data may be processed across borders where required for your legal matter.
All international transfers are handled securely and in accordance with applicable data protection standards.

Our website may use cookies to:

• Improve user experience
   
• Analyze website traffic
   
• Enhance performance and security
   

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website functions may be affected.

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18 without parental or legal guardian consent, except when required for family law or child protection cases.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
The “Last Updated” date will reflect the latest revision.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

Egypt International Legal Bureau (EILB)
Email: info@eilb.org
Phone: +20 105 595 8899
Website: www.eilb.org
Cairo, Egypt