These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Ghods Immigration & Investment Solutions website and any services provided by Farzad Ghods (“we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing our site or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms in full. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Definitions

• Client: Any individual or entity who engages our services or submits information via our website.
• Services: Legal advice, representation, consultation and related services in the areas of immigration, residency and citizenship.
• Website: www.giis.co.uk and any related pages or sub‑domains.

2. Acceptance of Engagement

No binding contract for legal services arises until we have confirmed acceptance in writing (email or letter) and you have paid any agreed initial fee or retainer. We reserve the right to decline any matter at our discretion.

3. Scope of Services

We will provide only those services that are expressly agreed in writing. Any additional work or changes requested by you will require a new engagement agreement or variation to our original engagement letter.

4. Client Obligations

• You agree to provide full, accurate and timely instructions and documentation relevant to your matter.
• You must notify us promptly of any changes to your circumstances or contact details.
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in connection with the Services.

5. Fees & Payment

Our fees are set out in our fee schedule or engagement letter. You agree to pay all fees, disbursements and VAT where applicable, within 14 days of our invoice date. Late payments may incur interest at 4% above the Bank of England base rate.

6. Estimates & Variations

Any estimate of fees provided is indicative and subject to change if the scope or complexity of the Services changes. We will notify you in advance of any significant increase.

7. Intellectual Property

All materials, content, templates and methodologies provided by us remain our sole property. You are granted a non‑exclusive, non‑transferable licence to use such materials for the duration of our engagement only.

8. Confidentiality

We will treat all information you provide as confidential and will not disclose it except as required by law, professional regulations or with your express consent.

9. Data Protection

Your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By engaging our Services, you consent to such processing.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and Services are provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error‑free or free from viruses. Legal outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, our total liability for any loss or damage arising out of or in connection with our Services or this Website shall be limited to the amount of fees you have paid to us for the specific matter giving rise to the claim. We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential losses, including loss of profits or reputational damage.

12. Third‑Party Links & Resources

Our Website may include links to third‑party sites for your convenience. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content or practices of those sites. Your use of third‑party sites is at your own risk.

13. Termination & Suspension

• We may suspend or terminate our Services if you breach these Terms, fail to pay fees or engage in unlawful conduct.
• Upon termination, all outstanding fees and disbursements become immediately due.
• Clauses intended to survive termination (e.g. Confidentiality, Limitation of Liability) will continue in effect.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by posting an updated version on our Website. Your continued use of the site or Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by English law. Any dispute arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

16. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact our Privacy Officer at [email protected].