Terms of Service

Last Updated: 14/05/2025

1. Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the mentoring services provided by Hartej Singh Saund-Matharu ("Service Provider", "I", "me", "my") through this website and related communications.

By booking a mentoring session or using any of my services, you agree to these Terms.

2. Service Description

I provide mentoring services related to legal education and careers at the Bar, including career guidance, application reviews, mock interviews, and advocacy coaching. These services are intended for educational and developmental purposes only.

3. Not Legal Advice

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The mentoring services I provide do NOT constitute legal advice or create a solicitor-client or barrister-client relationship. I provide guidance based on my experiences and knowledge, but this should not be relied upon as professional legal advice. For specific legal matters, you should consult a qualified legal practitioner.

4. Bookings and Payments

4.1 Booking Process

All sessions must be booked through my scheduling system. Booking is subject to availability.

4.2 Payment Terms

  • Payment is required at the time of booking for paid sessions

  • All prices are in GBP and inclusive of any applicable taxes

  • I offer tiered pricing including subsidised, standard, and supporter rates as described on the booking page

4.3 Subsidised Rate Eligibility

Subsidised rates are offered in good faith to those facing financial constraints. I reserve the right to limit access to subsidised slots if they are being misused.

5. Cancellation and Rescheduling

5.1 Your Cancellation

  • Cancellations made more than 48 hours before a scheduled session will receive a full refund

  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours before a scheduled session are not eligible for refunds

  • Exceptions may be made for genuine emergencies at my discretion

5.2 Rescheduling

  • Sessions may be rescheduled without penalty if done more than 24 hours in advance

  • Rescheduling requests within 24 hours of the appointment are subject to availability

5.3 My Cancellation

If I need to cancel a session, you will be offered either a full refund or priority rescheduling.

6. Session Conduct

6.1 Preparation

To maximise our time together, please complete any intake forms and submit requested materials within the specified timeframes before our session.

6.2 Punctuality

Sessions will start and end at the scheduled times. Late arrivals will not receive extended time.

6.3 Recording

Recording of sessions is not permitted without prior written consent.

7. Confidentiality

7.1 Your Information

I will maintain the confidentiality of information you share during our mentoring relationship, subject to legal requirements.

7.2 Limits of Confidentiality

Confidentiality may be breached if:

  • Required by law

  • There is risk of serious harm to you or others

  • Information relates to criminal activity

7.3 Anonymised Insights

I may occasionally use anonymised examples or insights from mentoring sessions for educational content. These will never identify you personally.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 My Materials

All materials I provide remain my intellectual property. You may use them for your personal development but not distribute or repurpose them commercially.

8.2 Your Materials

You retain ownership of materials you create or share with me during mentoring.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 No Guarantees

I cannot guarantee specific outcomes from mentoring such as successful applications or interviews.

9.2 Limited Liability

My liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific mentoring session in question.

9.3 Indirect Damages

I am not liable for any indirect, consequential, or incidental damages arising from our mentoring relationship.

10. Communications

Email will be our primary form of communication. I aim to respond within 3-5 working days.

11. Termination

Either party may terminate the mentoring relationship at any time. Any prepaid but unused sessions will be refunded.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

13. Changes to Terms

I may update these Terms periodically. The latest version will always be posted on my website.

14. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact me at hartejsinghsaundmatharu@gmail.com.

By using my services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.