Damian Penny Law Office

Whether it's an uncontested divorce in which you've reached agreement on everything and just need someone to get you over the finish line, or if you haven't yet agreed on anything, I will help you resolve all of the outstanding issues and finalize the matter in court.

Nothing is more important to you than your children, and nothing is more important to the court than their well-being.  I will do my best to make sure their interests - and yours - are protected.

This is the child's right, not the parent's.  Whether the children are primarily in your care, if they live with the other parent or if you share custody, I will try to ensure the correct amount is ordered, taking into account the parties' incomes and the children's special expenses like child care.

The Department of Community Services, or Mi'kmaw Family and Children's Services, can take action in situations where children are determined to be in need of protection.  With over two decades of experience representing parents in such cases, I will help you navigate what can be a frightening and intimidating situation, and to ensure you are treated reasonably and fairly by the authorities and the courts.

I also represent children when a Guardian ad Litem - that is, an adult who appears in court on their behalf and puts forward their opinions and concerns - is appointed.

Sometimes, you may not want a lawyer to represent you in court, but do need one to give you some guidance and advice, and help you with drafting and reviewing legal documents.  I am more than willing to offer this "behind the scenes" help to people who need it.

In addition to being a lawyer, I am a Notary Public for the Province of Nova Scotia.  If you need a document notarized, I can do so.