Effective Date: 15 July 2026

Welcome to Advocate Manoj Sharma’s official website (https://advocatemanojsharma.in/). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, processed, protected, and disclosed when you access or use this website, communicate with us, submit enquiries, request legal consultations, or otherwise interact with our online services.

This Privacy Policy has been prepared keeping in view applicable laws of India, the professional standards governing advocates, good privacy practices, and the digital nature of legal services. It is intended to provide transparency regarding the collection and handling of information while ensuring that visitors understand the limitations of information published on this website.

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, you should discontinue the use of this website.

1. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to every visitor, prospective client, existing client, organisation, representative, authorised person, and any other individual who accesses or uses this website or communicates with Advocate Manoj Sharma through any available communication channel.

This Privacy Policy applies to, including but not limited to:

Website browsing.
Contact forms.
Consultation request forms.
WhatsApp enquiries.
Telephone calls.
SMS communications.
Email communications.
Appointment booking requests.
Future online consultation systems.
Future client portals.
Google Forms.
Google Sheets automation.
Blog enquiries.
Article feedback.
Legal news submissions.
Case study submissions.
Document uploads.
File attachments.
Newsletter subscriptions (if introduced in future).
AI-powered features introduced in future.
Any future online service published under this website.

2. Information We Collect

Depending upon how you interact with our website or communicate with us, we may collect different categories of information.

This information may include:

Personal Information

Full Name
Mobile Number
Alternate Contact Number
Email Address
Residential Address
Business Address
Organisation Name
City
State
Country
Postal Code

Consultation Information

Where voluntarily submitted, we may receive information relating to your legal matter, including:

Nature of dispute.
Criminal allegations.
FIR details.
Police notices.
Charge-sheet details.
Court case information.
Bail related information.
Legal documents.
Court orders.
Judgments.
Identity documents.
Supporting documents.
Case history.
Timeline of events.
Opposite party details.
Any other information voluntarily provided by you.

You should only submit information which is necessary for seeking legal assistance.

Technical Information

Whenever you access this website, certain technical information may automatically be collected, including:

IP Address.
Browser Type.
Browser Version.
Device Type.
Operating System.
Screen Resolution.
Internet Service Provider.
Referring Website.
Date and Time of Visit.
Time Zone.
Language Preference.
Pages Visited.
Exit Pages.
Duration of Visit.
Click Behaviour.
Navigation Path.
Error Logs.
Security Logs.

Device Information

Depending upon your browser settings, information relating to your device may be collected, including:

Device Model.
Device Manufacturer.
Operating System Version.
Browser Engine.
Screen Size.
Device Orientation.
Approximate Geographic Region.
Network Type.

No attempt is made to identify an individual visitor solely through technical information unless required by law.

3. Information You Voluntarily Provide

You may voluntarily provide information through:

Contact Forms.
Consultation Forms.
WhatsApp Messages.
Emails.
Telephone Calls.
Future Live Chat.
Appointment Requests.
Uploaded Documents.
Online Consultation Requests.
Blog Contact Forms.
Legal News Submission Forms.
Future Client Portal.
Future Mobile Application.

Providing information through these channels is entirely voluntary.

However, failure to provide necessary information may prevent us from responding appropriately to your enquiry or providing the requested legal services.

4. Information Collected Through Contact Forms

When you submit any enquiry through the Contact Page or any other enquiry form available on this website, we may collect:

Name.
Mobile Number.
Email Address.
Subject.
Nature of Enquiry.
Message Content.
Supporting Information.
Date and Time of Submission.
Technical Information associated with the submission.

The information is collected solely for responding to your enquiry, communicating with you and evaluating whether legal assistance can be provided.

5. Consultation Request Forms

Where consultation request forms are available, additional information may be requested depending upon the nature of the legal issue.

This may include:

Type of criminal case.
Court details.
FIR Number.
Police Station.
District.
Current status of proceedings.
Upcoming hearing.
Existing legal representation.
Urgency of the matter.
Preferred consultation mode.

Submission of a consultation request does not automatically create an Advocate–Client relationship.

Acceptance of any legal engagement remains entirely at the discretion of Advocate Manoj Sharma after considering the facts, applicable law, conflict checks and professional obligations.

6. Google Sheets & Workflow Automation

To efficiently manage enquiries and improve response time, information submitted through website forms may be processed using secure workflow automation tools.

This may include:

Google Forms.
Google Sheets.
Google Workspace services.
Email automation.
Notification systems.
CRM software.
Secure internal administrative tools.
Future workflow automation systems.

Such automation is used solely for internal administration, enquiry management, scheduling consultations, maintaining communication records and improving operational efficiency.

We do not sell personal information collected through such systems.

Access to such information is restricted to authorised persons only.

7. WhatsApp Communication

If you choose to contact us through WhatsApp, you voluntarily consent to communicating through a third-party messaging platform.

Please note:

WhatsApp operates independently of this website.
WhatsApp has its own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Messages exchanged through WhatsApp may be stored by WhatsApp in accordance with its own policies.
We cannot control the privacy practices of WhatsApp.
Users should avoid sharing unnecessary sensitive information unless specifically requested for legal purposes.

Communicating through WhatsApp does not automatically establish an Advocate–Client relationship.

8. Telephone Calls

Telephone calls may be received for:

Appointment requests.
General enquiries.
Consultation scheduling.
Existing client communication.
Administrative purposes.
Emergency legal assistance requests.

For quality assurance, security, record management or legal compliance, call details such as date, time, duration and communication records may be maintained where permitted by applicable law.

Telephone conversations should not be treated as formal legal advice unless expressly agreed during a professional engagement.

9. Email Communication

When you communicate through email, we may receive:

Your email address.
Name.
Subject.
Message.
Attachments.
Documents.
Metadata associated with the email.

Emails may be retained for legal record keeping, conflict checking, administrative purposes, professional obligations and future reference where required.

Users should ensure that any documents sent electronically are accurate and free from malicious software before transmission.

10. Documents Uploaded by Users

Where the Website permits users to upload documents, including but not limited to FIRs, charge-sheets, notices, summons, court orders, judgments, identity documents, affidavits, agreements, photographs, audio recordings, video recordings or any other material, such documents shall be treated as information voluntarily submitted by the user.

Users represent that they have the lawful authority to upload such documents and that doing so does not violate any law, court order, confidentiality obligation or third-party rights.

Advocate Manoj Sharma reserves the right to refuse, delete or securely dispose of any uploaded material where considered appropriate or necessary.

11. Legal Articles, Blogs, Case Studies & News

This Website may publish legal articles, legal updates, criminal law guides, judicial decisions, case studies, legal analyses, legislative developments, legal awareness material, constitutional discussions, criminal procedure, statutory amendments, educational content and legal news.

Such material is published solely for educational and informational purposes.

Publication of any article or legal update shall not constitute legal advice applicable to any particular person or case.

Past judgments, legal precedents and legal commentary should not be interpreted as guaranteeing any future outcome.

Readers should seek independent legal advice before acting upon any information available on this Website.

12. Cookies & Similar Technologies

The Website may use cookies, browser storage technologies and similar tools to:

Maintain website functionality.
Improve browsing experience.
Understand visitor behaviour.
Enhance security.
Analyse traffic patterns.
Remember user preferences.
Improve future services.

Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, certain website functions may not operate as intended.

13. Analytics & Performance Monitoring

The Website may use analytical tools to understand website performance and visitor interaction.

Anonymous analytical information may include:

Page views.
Session duration.
Device category.
Browser type.
Approximate geographical region.
Referral sources.
Popular pages.
Website performance metrics.

Such information is used solely for improving website quality, accessibility and user experience.

14. Third-Party Services

The Website may utilise third-party platforms and service providers, including but not limited to:

Website hosting providers.
Email service providers.
Cloud storage services.
Google Workspace.
Google Sheets automation.
Google Maps.
Google Fonts.
Analytics providers.
Spam prevention services.
CAPTCHA services.
Payment gateways (if introduced).
Video hosting services.
Social media platforms.
Appointment scheduling services.
Future AI-assisted tools.

Each third-party service operates under its own policies and terms. Users are encouraged to review those policies separately.

15. External Links

The Website may contain links to external websites for informational convenience.

Such links do not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation.

Advocate Manoj Sharma shall not be responsible for:

Content of external websites.
Accuracy of information.
Privacy practices.
Security standards.
Availability of third-party services.

Users access third-party websites entirely at their own discretion.

16. Confidentiality

Information submitted before formal engagement shall be handled with reasonable care.

However, submission of an enquiry, email, telephone call, WhatsApp message or website form does not automatically create an Advocate–Client relationship or professional privilege.

Professional confidentiality shall apply only after Advocate Manoj Sharma formally accepts representation in accordance with applicable professional obligations.

17. Information Security

Reasonable administrative, organisational and technical safeguards are implemented to protect information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.

Despite reasonable safeguards, no website, email transmission, cloud platform or electronic communication system can guarantee absolute security.

Users transmit information electronically at their own risk.

18. Data Retention

Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary for:

Responding to enquiries.
Professional obligations.
Legal compliance.
Record management.
Security.
Conflict checking.
Administrative purposes.
Court-related requirements where applicable.

Information no longer required may be securely deleted or anonymised.

19. User Rights

Subject to applicable law, users may request:

Access to information.
Correction of inaccurate information.
Updating of information.
Deletion where legally permissible.
Withdrawal of voluntarily submitted information where applicable.

Such requests may be made through the Contact page.

20. Children’s Privacy

This Website is intended for adults seeking legal information or legal assistance.

Information relating to minors should only be submitted by parents, lawful guardians or legally authorised representatives where appropriate.

21. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all website content, including but not limited to:

Articles.
Legal guides.
Blog posts.
Graphics.
Logos.
Website design.
Text.
Layout.
Source content.
Educational material.

is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be reproduced, copied, distributed or commercially exploited without prior written permission, except as permitted by law.

22. Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be revised from time to time to reflect:

Changes in law.
Technological developments.
Website improvements.
New services.
Security enhancements.
Operational requirements.

The updated version shall become effective upon publication on this Website.

23. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.

Any dispute relating to this Privacy Policy or use of this Website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts having jurisdiction over the matter.

24. Internal Website Links

For additional information, users may also refer to:

Terms & Conditions
Disclaimer
Contact
Practice Areas
Legal Articles
Criminal Law Guides
Privacy Policy (latest version)

These documents should be read together to understand the complete legal framework governing use of this Website.

25. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of information, you may contact:

Advocate Manoj Sharma

Website: https://advocatemanojsharma.in

Email: advocatemanojsharmalknw@gmail.com

Phone / WhatsApp: +91 97173 02802

Lucknow Office

Villa No. 2, Madhav Kheda
Mohan Lal Ganj
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226301

Delhi Office (Associate)

1st Floor, Plot No. 8
Khasra No. 308/2
Near Apex Hospital, Main Road
Chattarpur
New Delhi – 110074

Chamber – Allahabad High Court Lucknow Bench

Chamber No. B-509
Allahabad High Court Lucknow Bench
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226001

Chamber – Supreme Court of India

Chamber No. 80
A. K. Singh Block
Near Litigation Canteen
Supreme Court of India
New Delhi – 110001

Working Hours

Monday – Saturday
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Urgent matters may be attended by prior appointment, subject to professional availability.

Final Clause

By continuing to access or use this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and accepted this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with any provision of this Privacy Policy, you should discontinue the use of this Website and its services.