TERMS & CONDITIONS

Welcome to Aikman Bell Solicitors.

By using our services, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not accept these terms, please do not engage our services.

1. Relationship of Parties

Aikman Bell acts as your agent in property transactions. This relationship is governed by mutual trust, professional standards, and Scottish law.

2. Our Obligations

We will:

  • Market your property professionally and efficiently
  • Provide advice and assistance on all legal and conveyancing matters related to your property sale or purchase
  • Comply with data protection laws and maintain confidentiality regarding your personal information

3. Client Duties

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information about the property
  • Make the property accessible for viewings
  • Pay all agreed fees and expenses promptly

4. Fees and Payments

  • For property sales, all outstanding costs and fees will be deducted from the sale proceeds as soon as practicable after completion
  • For purchases, fees must be paid no later than the date you become the owner of the property
  • If you change agents but a party introduced by us purchases your property, you remain liable for our estate agency and conveyancing fees

5. Commission and Expenses

Our commission is calculated as a percentage of the sale price or a fixed fee agreed upon in advance. Additional expenses (e.g., advertising costs) will be itemized separately.

6. Duration and Termination

The agreement remains in force until terminated by either party with reasonable notice or upon completion of the transaction. Upon termination, any outstanding fees or costs must be settled.

7. Confidentiality and Data Protection

We will treat all information provided by you with strict confidentiality unless disclosure is required by law or necessary for the transaction. We comply with data protection laws and handle personal data responsibly. Full details are available upon request.

8. Limitation of Liability

Aikman Bell limits liability to direct losses caused by negligence but excludes liability for indirect or consequential losses.

9. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by Scottish law, and any disputes shall be resolved under its jurisdiction.

10. Intellectual Property

The contents of this website are the copyright of Aikman Bell Solicitors. You may view, print, or download parts of it for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use, reproduction, or distribution requires our prior written consent.

11. Website Use and Liability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to this website. We may suspend, withdraw, or change any part of the site without notice. We are not liable if the website is unavailable.

The content on this site is for general information only and should not be relied upon as legal or professional advice. Aikman Bell Solicitors accepts no responsibility for damages or losses related to browsing this site or using its information.

12. Links and Third-Party Content

We may link to third-party websites but are not responsible for their content. Clicking on external links is done at your own risk. Users should take precautions against potential harm to their computer or data.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to revise these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of our services following changes signifies your acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact

For any queries about our services or these terms, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section of our website.  By engaging Aikman Bell, Solicitors, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.

PRIVACY POLICY

At Aikman Bell Solicitors, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in accordance with the Data Protection Act and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your information.

1. What We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Your name and contact details (including email address and phone number)
  • Demographic information such as your postcode
  • Information provided in relation to our legal services, including details about property transactions, wills, estates, and other legal matters

Additionally, we may obtain information from third parties, such as:

  • Anti-money laundering services (e.g., identity verification, PEP lists, financial sanctions)
  • Public record search services (e.g., insolvency records, court decrees)

2. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide legal services: We need to process your personal data to give you legal advice, represent you in legal matters, and respond to your inquiries.
  • Contractual obligations: We use your data to carry out tasks related to any agreements we have with you or our clients.
  • Legal obligations: We are required by law to process certain personal information to meet regulatory requirements (e.g., anti-money laundering checks, legal advice compliance).

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To deliver the legal services you’ve requested, including communication via email, phone, and post.
  • To respond to queries or concerns you may have.
  • To send you updates and information related to our services, provided you have consented to receive such communication.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes without your consent. However, we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in performing our services, such as identity verification or payment processing.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

We use cookies on our website to improve user experience. Cookies help track usage patterns and gather statistical data about website traffic. We also use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our website. This data helps us improve the site’s functionality. You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies if you prefer.

6. Data Security and Retention

We are committed to securing your personal information and have implemented reasonable measures to protect it against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal requirements. Typically, we retain personal data for a minimum of 10 years, in line with legal requirements.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Correction: If your data is inaccurate, you have the right to have it corrected.
  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data if it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
  • Objection: You can object to us processing your data for certain purposes.
  • Restriction: You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal information under specific circumstances.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
Aikman Bell Solicitors
19 Cadzow Place, London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5SN
admin@aikmanbell.co.uk

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, so please check periodically to ensure you are satisfied with the changes.

9. External Links and Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to other sites of interest. However, once you leave our site, we do not have control over these other websites. We cannot be responsible for the privacy and protection of any information you provide when visiting those sites. We recommend you check the privacy policy of each site you visit.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Aikman Bell Solicitors
19 Cadzow Place, London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5SN
admin@aikmanbell.co.uk