Affordable legal coaching To help you self-represent
Do-It-Yourself Legal Services
Teryl Scott Lawyers Inc. is proud to offer do-it-yourself (DIY) legal services. Senior lawyer, Lisa Teryl, is your legal coach. She will walk you through the legal steps, empowering you to effectively represent yourself.
Like all DIY projects, you save money.
DIY Legal Services
Did you know that 50% of Nova Scotians self-represent in family court?
With DIY Legal Services you can have confidence in representing yourself. You’ll have the benefit of our senior legal counsel’s advice, at half the price.
There is a lack of access to legal services because traditional legal services are expensive. Teryl Scott’s Do-It-Yourself model is proud to provide access to legal services for more than just the rich.
DIY Legal Coaching Services
DIY Uncontested Divorces
If you and your ex-spouse have agreed to all the terms of your divorce than an uncontested divorce is the most affordable way to legally complete your divorce.
DIY Human rights
Pursuing or defending a human rights complaint at the Canadian or Nova Scotia Human Rights Commissions can be difficult and expensive. Reduce your costs by hiring our senior lawyer as your legal coach.
DIY Employment Law
Available for employers or employees. Reduce your costs by hiring our senior lawyer as a legal coach on the toughest human rights and termination issues.
DIY Affidavits
Family courts require written sworn testimony; “affidavits”. This is your most important family court document. Let our seasoned trial counsel be your best coach.
DIY Court applications
Ensure your court application is successful by having our lawyers review your applications with you in person, in real time.
DIY Small claims Court
Small claims court is the ultimate DIY court. They are created specifically for you to represent yourself. Give yourself an edge with Teryl Scott’s legal coaching from our Senior Lawyer, Lisa Teryl.
DIY Landlord / Tenants
Reduce your costs by hiring our senior lawyer as a legal coach. Available for both landlords and tenants.
Our Do-It-Yourself Legal Coaching Pricing
Do-It-Yourself self-representation provides strategic solicitor-client confidential advice. Teryl Scott’s DIY legal services give you the tools and confidence to get the job done. We assist you to self-represent, to draft documents, and to communicate with the courts and other lawyers. You have the advantage of receiving guidance from a senior trial lawyer with 25+ years of experience.
What You'll Do
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Converse with lawyers & courts
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Draft court documents to the best of your ability
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Book meetings with your legal coach
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Self-represent in court
DIY Legal Coaching
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Timely, accessible legal advice
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Pay-as-you-go
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No retainer fees
Traditional Legal Services
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We'll represent you
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We'll draft all court documents
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We'll advocate on your behalf
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We'll converse with courts, lawyers and other parties
Lisa helped advise me during a recent employment law dispute. It was time sensitive and she quickly navigated the various clauses in my contract, the legal precedent, and provides suggestions... read more of how to precede. She also took into account what I personally wanted out of a possible resolution, which I appreciated.
Couldn't be happier with the experience. I absolutely would go to her for council in future employment matters. I recommend her for any employee with an employment law issue.
3/05/2021
Teryl Scott was very helpful for the board of my non-profit getting our employee contracts done right.
1/08/2021
Lisa was very professional and knowledgeable, overall, she made me feel her services were money very well spent. She helped me prepare my case in a way I would have... read more never considered. I felt very supported the entire time and felt I had a worthy coach in my corner. What I thought was extremely difficult before was made so much easier and I came through more easily and quickly than I ever expected.
Lisa, thank you very much for your time and expertise.
12/16/2020
What Legal Coaching Does Not Include
Legal coaching is meant to help those who can’t afford to hire a lawyer, or for those who want to self-represent. Our lawyers are pleased to provide our expertise as a legal coach. However it’s important to know what steps you’ll be responsible to execute. Your lawyer will not be talking to the courts, lawyers, or other parties. We will not represent you in court, trials, or during discoveries.
If you would like these traditional services to be included, we are happy to provide you with legal counsel for $450/hr.
three steps to DIY success
We Will Help You Every Step Of The Way
Follow these steps to get started with your legal coaching.
Step 1
Book Your First Appointment
We’ll learn about your situation and immediately start providing legal coaching.
Step 2
Take Away Homework
Our legal coach will provide you with the next steps that you’ll need to take in your legal process.
Step 3
Schedule Next Appointments
When you are ready for your next appointment you can schedule it here.