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Divorce & Family Law

Brookshire Law Office is rated "3 Best Rated"

Divorce Lawyers

in Halifax, Nova Scotia

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Family & Divorce Lawyers Halifax

Making

Life
Better

Brookshire’s team of family and divorce lawyers in Halifax can help so that you’re not at a disadvantage when it comes to settling your case. A divorce can be an emotionally overwhelming time period, and making decisions in that state may not be advantageous as it may be difficult to see things objectively.
Our experienced family lawyers will help you navigate through the complexities of family & divorce law. We will be your voice to ensure matters are resolved in your favor.
Our Halifax divorce attorneys know the breakdown of a relationship with an individual can be difficult, and the process of a divorce can take time.  We will ensure that this process is as seamless as possible so that you can focus on planning your future, while we help you negotiate the best possible outcome.
No retainer is required. We provide “pay-as-you-go” and “flat fee” payment options. This allows you to control your costs. Meet with our Senior Trial Counsel on dates and times that work for your schedule–typically we do this by telephone or video conference, or in-person if you prefer.
We offer on-demand family and divorce legal services. Work only with Trial Counsel. Get the legal advice you need at a price you can afford. We aim to make life better for families in Halifax, Dartmouth & Bedford and the surrounding communities. Our family and divorce lawyers in Halifax deal with a broad range of family law matters like the following:
Our divorce and family lawyers in Halifax, Dartmouth and Bedford also prepare the following family law agreements:
Our family law firm has been ranked “3 Best Rated” lawyers in Halifax.
Talk to our family and divorce lawyers in Halifax today–we are here to open doors and give you access to the legal services you need.
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In Three Easy Steps

STEP 1

Book Your First Appointment

Book a time that’s convenient for you with Senior Counsel–book online or call us.

STEP 2

Assessment by Senior Counsel

Senior counsel will listen to your issues, answer your legal questions, provide you with recommendations, and the associated costs.

STEP 3

Complete Your Legal Project

We offer on-demand legal services so that you get cost-effective and fair results. We walk with you every step of the way.

What we do

Offered By Our Law Office

what we do

Uncontested Divorces

We draft all legal documents that you need to complete an uncontested divorce in Halifax including the cover letter to the court under your signature. We do the heavy lifting. You file these completed documents, and nothing more is usually required. After this, the court takes at least three months to issue your divorce order.

Family Court Applications

Legal documents must be prepared when starting a matter with the family court. Let our Senior Trial Counsel prepare these documents for you. We can prepare these documents for you in person; on the telephone; or, during a video conference.

Family Court Affidavits

Every court hearing that you attend requires you to file a sworn statement—a document known as an “affidavit”. The affidavit usually is the most critical document generated in a court proceeding. Judges base their decisions on the evidence they receive. The affidavit you prepare is your opportunity to give the judge the evidence needed to secure a favorable decision. Give yourself a legal edge by allowing our Senior Trial Counsel to write that affidavit with you.

Traditional Family Lawyer Services

$ 450 + HST PER HOUR

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“Pay-as-you-go”

$ 350 + HST PER HOUR

“Do-It-Yourself”

$ 0 PER HOUR

Flat Fees

Control your family and divorce legal costs with our flat fee services:

Uncontested Divorces: $2,500 plus HST plus disbursements
Separation Agreements: $2,500 plus HST
Cohabitation Agreements: $1,800 plus HST
Prenuptial Agreements: $1,800 plus HST
Child Custody and Parenting Plans: $1,800 plus HST
Uncontested Adoptions: $3,500 plus HST plus disbursements
Preparation of a Contested Court Application: $2,500 plus HST plus disbursements
Senior Counsel Attendance at Settlement Conference: $3,500 plus HST
Mediations: see our divorce mediations page for details of the three programs and their pricing
*** Discounts available for lower income clients

Our Family Law Team

Our legal team has all your family law services under one roof. Our team of family lawyers and divorce lawyers have decades of experience – we have seen it all. Our focus is on issues involving family relationships, such as legal separations, divorces, childcare disputes, guardianship and adoptions. We represent clients in family court proceedings or in related negotiations. We draft your important legal documents such as court petitions, marriage contracts, and separation agreements.

We are here to help you get through some of life’s most challenging moments. Whether you require assistance with a divorce or another family related matter, our legal team is here for you. Our family and divorce lawyers want to work with you and support you through your family-related legal matters. We believe it is important for you to find a legal team that is right for you.

We understand that separating from your partner can be a very difficult and stressful life event. Our aim is to finalize your divorce or legal separation in a cost-effective and amicable way.

We believe it is essential for you to be empowered to handle your legal issues in cost-effective and sophisticated ways.

What the

“Pay-As-You-Go”

Payment Option

Does Not Include

Brookshire Law Office is committed to promoting “Access to Justice” for all Nova Scotians, even those unable to afford traditional legal services. Our “pay-as-you-go” payment option for legal services assists those who prefer to represent themselves rather than pay for services that are beyond the constraints imposed by their family budgets. We do not talk to judges, lawyers, or other parties. If you would like traditional legal services, we would be happy to provide you with services at our regular hourly rate.

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