(a) What is the proper term for this type of document in Nova Scotia and what is the legislation that governs it? A personal directive...

(a) What is the legislation that governs powers of attorney in Nova Scotia? Powers of Attorney Act, RSNS 1989, c 352, as amended by 2022...

(a) Are there probate fees in Nova Scotia and if so, how are they determined? Summary Probate fees in Nova Scotia are set pursuant to the...

Summary In Nova Scotia, the latest made valid designation, whether this last designation is in a Will or on the policy, will dictate how...

(a) What is the definition of common-law partner in Nova Scotia? Summary In Nova Scotia, a “common-law partner” means an individual who...

Summary Mutual wills are permitted in Nova Scotia. Discussion For a mutual will to be effective, the testators must agree not to revoke...

(a) What are the legislated rights in Nova Scotia for a claim by a spouse or a child to the estate of a spouse or parent? Summary A...

(a) Is guardianship of children as provided in a will binding in Nova Scotia? (b) Does Nova Scotia give authority to the courts to vary...

(a) If a person gets married Summary Upon marriage, an existing will is revoked, except if (1) it is executed in contemplation of the...

(a) What are the formalities for the proper execution of a will in Nova Scotia? Although the Supreme Court and the Probate Court have a...

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Married Person Unmarried Person (a) For a married person with children, what is the division of assets upon an intestacy? Summary On...