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A Message to Our Clients about COVID-19
With the rapid evolvement of the situation surrounding COVID-19, The Breton Law Group has implemented several precautionary measures to help ensure the safety of our employees and clients, and to continue delivery of legal services to our clients.
COVID Response Leadership
Firm Partners and operational staff meet daily to monitor developments and ensure we are fully prepared to respond to the evolving situation and to implement our business continuity plan should it be required.
Restricted travel
We have adopted non-essential travel restrictions for The Breton Law Group personnel. Any personnel who have travelled outside of Canada will be adhering to the public health self-isolation directives and will not be in attendance at our office. We will continue to implement workplace practices consistent with recommendations from public health authorities.
Reviewing conferences, meetings and events
We are prioritizing the health and safety of our employees, clients, and our community. Only essential meetings which must be held in person will take place within our office. We will be offering client meetings using telephone and video conference options.
We ask that you do not attend our offices without an advance appointment. If you have a scheduled appointment and are required to self-isolate or if you feel unwell, please advise us by telephone or email.
Account payments can be made over the phone or through email transfer – please contact our office to facilitate payment of your account.
We will leverage our technology to continue to provide legal services electronically and are committed to working with you to meet your legal needs.
Working remotely
We are making every effort to continue to serve your needs from within our office. However, be assured that all of our lawyers and office operations are equipped to continue to serve you remotely if necessary.
PRACTICE
AREAS
FAMILY
Family is important. We understand the sensitivity of family events, whether they be joyous occasions such as marriage, or the birth or adoption of a child, or difficult turning points in your life, like divorce or the need to protect an aging parent. Our lawyers will guide you through your family issues with practical advice and expert representation ... More
WILLS & ESTATES
You have worked hard for everything you have, regardless of its size or value, and you have a desire to protect it for your family’s future. Our lawyers can provide estate planning advice, whether you need a simple will or a complex planning strategy.
TAX
From personal to corporate tax planning, our tax lawyers can help you plan and structure your affairs to help you minimize tax liabilities.
Our lawyers are also experienced advocates before the Tax Court of Canada and will negotiate and advocate for you when faced with objectionable assessments and audits. ... More
BUSINESS
Your business is your vision and your hard work. We are here to help you from start to finish. From determining the appropriate corporate structure for your business, to helping you plan for the succession of your business, our corporate and commercial lawyers offer a full range of corporate and commercial law services. ... More
ENERGY
The energy industry is growing in Nova Scotia. Our lawyers are experienced in complex regulatory energy framework and energy policy issues. Jim Gogan has intimate knowledge of Nova Scotia’s energy industry, including natural gas, electricity, and green energy projects such as windfarms and hydroelectric facilities.
REAL ESTATE
For most people, an investment in real property will be among the biggest investment decisions they will make. Whether you are buying or refinancing your home, acquiring or leasing a commercial property, or development lands for sale, our experienced real estate lawyers and staff will guide you through every step of the process.
LITIGATION
Whether you find you have to bring an action or defend one, you can be confident that our experienced litigators and skilled litigation support staff will approach your case with your needs as our priority. We will consider all possibilities for the resolution of your claim, including negotiation, mediation and, if necessary, trial. ... More
CRIMINAL DEFENCE
If you have been charged with an offence, our criminal lawyers will protect your rights and advise you throughout the process. Our lawyers have experience representing clients in both Provincial and Supreme Courts, as well as the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal. ... More
LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT
Our lawyers are experienced in collective bargaining, collective agreement administration, and grievance arbitration and proceedings before the Nova Scotia Labour Board.
MEDIATION & ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Our lawyers are experienced in collective bargaining, collective agreement administration, and grievance arbitration and proceedings before the Nova Scotia Labour Board.
ABOUT THE BRETON LAW GROUP
The Breton Law Group is a full service law firm. Our lawyers are experienced and trusted advisors. Our mission is to provide our clients with excellent service. We are committed to delivering value to our clients while maintaining a high level of professionalism in everything we do. Located in Sydney, Nova Scotia our team of lawyers are accessible and are available to provide a full range of legal services throughout Nova Scotia.
OUR LAWYERS
JOHN G. KHATTAR, Q.C.
RETIRED
GAIL RUDDERHAM CHERNIN, Q.C.
COUNSEL
DWIGHT RUDDERHAM, Q.C.
PARTNER
TONY MOZVIK, Q.C.
PARTNER
JIM GOGAN
PARTNER
JOSEPH R. WALL
PARTNER
GREG RUSHTON
PARTNER
CAROLYN NEARING
ASSOCIATE
JUSTIN CASHIN
ASSOCIATE
CONTACT
THE BRETON
LAW GROUP
OUR ADDRESS
292 Charlotte Street
Suite 300
Sydney, NS
B1P 1C7
Phone: (902) 563-1000
Fax: (902) 563-1113
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