Victim Services - Independent Legal Advice

Government of Nova Scotia - Department of Justice

Independent Legal Advice


Description
Provides victims/survivors of sexual assault (16 years and older) with up to 4 hours of free independent legal advice.
Eligibility
Open to anyone ages 16 years or older who has experienced a sexual assault in Nova Scotia
Application Process
* Contact 211 Nova Scotia to be assessed for eligibility and complete an intake form. The form can be completed over the phone or it can be mailed or emailed for completion by the client.

* Applications sent out via mail will include a postage paid return envelope to 211 and will be mailed out in a plain white envelope with no return address.

* Once intake is completed, 211 will mail/email a list of approved lawyers biographies, certificate numbers, and resource information to clients approved for the program.
Toll Free
2-1-1 - Within Nova Scotia
Toll Free
1-855-466-4994 - Across Canada
Web Site
Visit Website
Email
help@211.ca
Languages
English
* French
* Interpretation services available in other languages
Fees
No fees
Documents Required
No documents required
Accessibility
Not applicable
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Hours of Operation
Intake hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm
Service Area
Nova Scotia