A social worker from Nova Scotia Child Protective Services called me. Are my children going to be taken away from me?

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A social worker from Nova Scotia Child Protective Services called me. Are my children going to be taken away from me?

It can be scary for a parent to get a call from child protection workers, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that the children are going to be taken away. In Nova Scotia, child protection is part of the Department of Opportunities Social Development, and is often referred to as CPS, though some people will also use the acronym CAS, which is short for Children’s Aid Society, which is the name used in Ontario.

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How to resolve issues that arise on closing day walk-through for a property transaction in Nova Scotia.

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How to resolve issues that arise on closing day walk-through for a property transaction in Nova Scotia.

On closing day in Nova Scotia, the buyer is entitled to do a pre-closing inspection, "walk-through" to confirm that they are satisfied with the condition of the property now that the seller has moved all of their things out. What happens if the buyer is NOT happy?

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How do I make sure that my ex pays the support they agreed to pay in our separation agreement?

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How do I make sure that my ex pays the support they agreed to pay in our separation agreement?

The easiest way to make sure that support is paid is to register your agreement with the court. Under the Parenting and Support Act, you can register a signed separation agreement with the court.

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How to create a legally binding co-habitation agreement in Nova Scotia

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How to create a legally binding co-habitation agreement in Nova Scotia

What is a co-habitation agreement?

A co-habitation agreement is a legally binding contract between unmarried couples who live together. In Nova Scotia, a co-habitation agreement establishes legal rights and responsibilities towards each other, similar to how marriage provides certain legal protections for couples who tie the knot.

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8 Tips to avoid common Nova Scotia “Do It Yourself” Will Kits mistakes

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8 Tips to avoid common Nova Scotia “Do It Yourself” Will Kits mistakes

I can't count the number of times a friend or family of a deceased person came into our office with a “do it yourself” Will that couldn't be used because something was done wrong or missing. In theory, online “do it yourself” Will kits are supposed to save you money. Unfortunately, in many cases, issues with these Wills end up causing the person left trying to manage the estate significant time, stress, and money in legal fees to sort out the problem.

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