Practice Areas
Solutions for Families
Valley Family Law represents clients in all matters related to divorce, separation, parenting arrangements, support, and division of assets, adoptions, child protection, and Wills and Estate planning.
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Family Law
Family law is a delicate topic; the issues are very personal to those involved. At Valley Family Law, we recognize and respect your position and act accordingly. We have experience guiding families through a variety of issues such as:
- Divorce
- Separation
- Parenting Arrangements
- Grandparent Rights
- Child Support
- Division of Property
- Marriage Contracts and Cohabitation Agreements
- Spousal Support
- Adoptions
- Child Protection
- Adult Protection
- Representation Orders: Adult Capacity & Decision Making Act
- ​Enforcement Of Court Orders
Collaborative Family Law
Collaborative law is a dispute resolution process, facilitated by trained lawyers who assist participants in resolving conflict using cooperative strategies rather than adversarial techniques.
Through a series of group meetings, lawyers and participants focus on identifying underlying interests. Participants of Collaborative Family Law agree to negotiate an agreement without going to court.
Mediation
Mediation is a voluntary dispute resolution process where the parties are assisted by a trained mediator, who acts as a neutral third party.
The mediator facilitates the conversation between the parties and helps to guide them through the negotiation of an agreement.
Using interest-based negotiation to help the parties identify their needs, and better understand the other person’s needs, the mediator acts as a catalyst to help reach a workable agreement for both people.
Wills and Estates
It is a good idea to have a will, even though Nova Scotia law does not say that you must make one.
The making a will can provide you peace of mind, and make it easier for family or friends to handle your affairs when you die.
As a will is a legal document, it can coordinate the distribution of your assets after death and can appoint guardians for minor children. A will is important to have, as it allows you to communicate your wishes clearly and precisely.
