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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Social workers from Nova Scotia child protection took away my children. What do I do now? How do I get my kids back?

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Social workers from Nova Scotia child protection took away my children. What do I do now? How do I get my kids back?

Having your children removed from your home can be very scary for everyone involved. While it is normal to be emotional, the best thing you can do if this happens to you is to reach out for help, and ask questions, in as calm and polite a manner as you can.

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Why Do I Have to Hire a Lawyer to Buy or Sell Land in Nova Scotia?

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Why Do I Have to Hire a Lawyer to Buy or Sell Land in Nova Scotia?

We regularly help clients from other provinces in Canada and even other countries, buy and sell land in Nova Scotia. Often the clients are frustrated with the process and in particular the idea that they even need to hire an actual lawyer to complete the transaction.  I find myself thinking, “You’re not in Kansas anymore.”

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My ex wants me to sign a separation agreement in Nova Scotia. What information should I get before I sign it?

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My ex wants me to sign a separation agreement in Nova Scotia. What information should I get before I sign it?

If you’ve separated from your spouse or common law partner in Nova Scotia, a separation agreement is the easiest way to deal with all of the financial parts of separating, especially if you can agree on the terms. Your bank will also likely require a formal separation agreement, with independent legal advice before allowing you to remortgage your home.

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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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