Cookies Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the Stephen Kelly Law website, and your choices regarding cookies. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

2. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners.

Cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience. They do not contain any information that personally identifies you, but personal information we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided. These cookies do not gather information about you for marketing purposes.

Examples: Session cookies, security cookies, load-balancing cookies.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested.

Examples: Preference cookies, authentication cookies.

3.3 Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages visitors go to most often and if they receive error messages from web pages. These cookies don't collect information that identifies a visitor. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous and is only used to improve how our website works.

Examples: Google Analytics cookies (when used).

4. How We Use Cookies

Stephen Kelly Law uses cookies for the following purposes:

• Website Functionality: To ensure our website operates correctly and securely
• User Preferences: To remember your cookie consent preferences and other settings
• Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and improve site security
• Performance Monitoring: To understand how visitors interact with our website and identify areas for improvement

5. Your Cookie Choices

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline cookies.

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

• Block all cookies
• Accept all cookies
• Notify you when a cookie is set
• Delete cookies after you close your browser

Please note that if you choose to block cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

For information on how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

6. Third-Party Cookies

In some cases, we may use trusted third-party services that may also set cookies on your device when you visit our website. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties.

Examples of third-party services we may use include web analytics services, which help us understand how visitors use our site.

7. GDPR Compliance

As an Irish law firm, Stephen Kelly Law is committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Irish data protection laws. This includes obtaining your consent for non-essential cookies and respecting your rights regarding personal data.

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Know what personal data is being collected
• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.