What do I need to Divorce?

Most people need a family lawyer, written separation agreement confirming your agreement on property (and debt) division, child custody, parenting times, child support and spousal support (called alimony in America).

What is divorce mediation and Divorcing Well?

Divorcing Well™ is Teryl Scott Lawyers Inc.’s uniquely efficient contested divorce mediation process. The five-week timeline makes it the most cost-effective, and legally sophisticated may of resolving legal conflicts as you separate and divorce.

What is the most affordable way to divorce?

An affordable divorce occurs when the parties agree on all the terms of the divorce. These terms are in the separation agreement. Divorcing Well™ mediators help the parties come to an agreement on the terms of the separation agreement / divorce in a short five-week process. This short process helps to keep divorce costs very low. After the parties have signed the separation agreement, the divorce is just a matter of paperwork being filed with the court. There is no requirement to attend court and thus avoiding expensive legal fees associated with a contested divorce.

Is a mediated divorce appropriate if there is a lot of conflict between the parties?

Yes, Divorcing Well™ mediation does not bring the parties together in the same room. In fact, the greater the conflict between the parties, the more helpful it is to have a mediator. Mediators are trained to de-escalate people’s emotions and regulate communication to allow an efficient resolution. Divorcing Well™ mediations do not bring the parties together throughout the five-week process except sometimes in week five, the final week, to sign the separation agreement.

Workplace Investigation Lawyers in Halifax,
Nova Scotia

SIMPLE WORKPLACE INVESTIGATION

Teryl Scott Lawyers Inc. workplace lawyers in Halifax offer simple and complex investigations into workplace complaints such as racial discrimination, bullying and sexual harassment and may, if requested, investigate to determine if there are systemic issues driving the complaints. A simple investigation is designed to pinpoint what happened in an individual circumstance. Recommendations are made on the validity of the allegations and what steps should be taken to correct the immediate situation.

Workplace investigations include an interview process with the employees involved in the complaint. These interviews include employees who are potential witnesses or employees who are involved in workplace misconduct.

The information gathered by the employer in this investigation process is used to determine the employer’s position and ultimately determine whether corrective action is needed. Tandiwe Nyajeka, one of our lead workplace investigation lawyers in Halifax is committed to ensuring fair outcomes.

Here are some types of workplace issues we have experience with:

Constructive Dismissal
Wrongful Dismissal
Human Rights Claims
Just Cause Terminations
Workplace Fraud
Sexual Harassment
Workplace Disputes
Safety Complaints

Do-It-Yourself Legal Services

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COMPLEX WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS

Complex workplace investigations include issues beyond the individual circumstances of the allegation of a human rights violation, for example. Workplace investigators provide insight into the broader context that contributed to the allegation.

Recommendations can include systemic changes in policies, procedures, staffing, and organizational structures. Race-based and sexual harassment complaints, for example, are frequently complex and difficult for employers to resolve in-house. This challenge is especially so if the allegations are made against senior management who hold power within the organization.

These challenges can include:

Emotionally charged accusations
Mismanaged complexities
Bad-faith allegations
Well-meaning but misguided interventions
Unequal accountability
Intense intra-office politics
Forgotten organizational values.

For complex investigations, Lisa Teryl, senior legal counsel and workplace investigation lawyer Tandi Nyajeka at Teryl Scott Lawyers Inc., works with all relevant stakeholders to resolve challenging workplace conflicts and complaints Teryl Scott workplace investigators take a relational approach to the investigation which expedites proceedings and de-escalates conflict. These investigations can provide legal, policy and organizational recommendations in order to eliminate future risk and exposure.

LEGAL COSTS.

Simple and complex investigation costs vary depending on how broadly and in-depth they are commissioned. Depending on the length of the investigation, monthly flat fees can be provided to be cost-effective for the organization. Discounts are available for non-profits and smaller businesses. HST and any disbursements are additional costs.

Fair Outcomes

We provide legal information. Our responsibility is to create fair outcomes at in a cost-effective way for you.

Efficiency

We work to solve your issues in a timely manner.

Cost Effective

No retainer fees. Our lawyers bill-as-you-go.

Common Questions For Workplace Lawyers

What is a workplace investigation?

A workplace investigation is a process that allows an employer to have an in-depth knowledge of events or events that happened in the workplace.

How do you conduct a workplace investigation?

A workplace investigation needs to contact all of the relevant people connected to the problem to determine what happened and how to fix it. Most investigations also include recommendations in terms of how to address the injury or harm to the workplace.

What is the purpose of a workplace investigation?

The purpose of an investigation is to allow the person with authority to understand what happened which allows the proper solutions to be implemented.

Can you be investigated without your knowledge?

Yes, if there is no employment contract or collective agreement that says otherwise, an employer is free to investigate without notifying the employees.

Get Your Appointment

Call or Text (902) 233-6660 or email senior legal counsel, Lisa Teryl, to start your process. We're here to listen to your legal issues and resolve them fairly, efficently and cost-effectively.

Book Your Appointment

Our Client Reviews

					  I recently had my will updated along with my power of attorney and a medical directive.
The process was very simple as I set up a phone consultation with my lawyer,... read more Dan Wilbond, whereby we discussed the details of each document. From there, I met with Dan a week later at his office, reviewed the finished documents, made a few changes and signed off within an hour.
I highly recommend them and would not hesitate to use them in the future.				
Barry Johnson
April 20, 2022 

					  Lisa has my highest respect with her knowledge of employment law. I would without hesitation, recommend her service! Thank You again, Lisa.				
Bill Sullivan
March 4, 2022 

					  Lisa is extremely knowledgeable, professional and personable. She made the entire process as painless as possible and I felt very supported throughout. I would highly recommend Lisa’s services.				
Myra Davis
October 19, 2021 

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Workplace Investigation Lawyers in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Do-It-Yourself Legal Services

COMPLEX WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS

Common Questions For Workplace Lawyers

Our Client Reviews

Workplace Investigation Lawyers in Halifax,
Nova Scotia