Frequently Asked Questions
I need a document served, how does it work?
Who can serve a document in Nova Scotia?
What areas in Nova Scotia do you serve to?
The documents I have are of a sensitive nature; can you ensure confidentiality?
How do I get the documents to you?
Is there a travel charge within Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Lower Sackville or Hammonds Plains?
Will you send me the affidavit?
What if I don't know where the Defendant lives or works?
How long does it usually take to serve someone?
What if I have more questions?
I need a document served, how does it work?
We need two copies of the document being served: a copy to serve, and a copy to attach the affidavit to (which will be returned to you). If there are multiple witnesses or defendants, we will need a copy for each person to be served on.
You may also include a cover letter with your instructions.
Who can serve a document in Nova Scotia?
Rule 31.04 (1) of the Nova Scotia Civil Procedures Rules states:
“A literate person who is not a party, or an officer, director, or employee of a party, may effect personal service in Nova Scotia, at any time, on any day, and at any place.”
What areas in Nova Scotia do you serve to?
We serve court documents in: Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Lower Sackville, Hammonds Plains and throughout the Halifax Regional Municipality. Our satellite territories include: Hants County, Lunenburg County, Kings County, Colchester County, Pictou County, Antigonish County, Guysborough County, Annapolis County and Queens County as well as: Cape Breton, Cumberland, Shelburne, Digby and Yarmouth Counties. We cover all of Nova Scotia and have travelled from Brier Island to North Sydney serving court documents.
The documents I have are of a sensitive nature; can you ensure confidentiality?
Our firm is committed to maintaining confidentiality in all matters. We will not discuss or share your information with anyone or organization. We maintain a strict privacy policy for this site as well.
How do I get the documents to you?
If local, (within Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Lower Sackville, Hammonds Plains etc.), we can pick them up. If you are sending them from out of town, you may courier them to us or send by regular mail depending on the urgency. Our mailing address can be found on our contact page.
For out of town customers who need documents served
the next day, we recommend Priority™
Next A.M. through Canada Post.
Is there a travel charge within Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Lower Sackville or Hammonds Plains?
No. We do not charge travel within the local area.
Method of payment. We will invoice lawyers and government agencies. For all others, (including international clients), a deposit will have to be sent with the documents. Contact us for a quote or if you have any questions. We accept cash, cheque, Interac (email money transfer), money orders, certified cheques, bank drafts, and credit cards. Please note: you don't need a PayPal account to pay us by credit card.
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Will you send me the affidavit?
Once the document(s) are served, we will type up the affidavit of service (a sworn statement telling the court: who, what, when, where and how they were served) and get it sworn. If a document was issued outside of Nova Scotia, we will get the affidavit notarized by a lawyer. If the documents were issued within Nova Scotia, we will get the affidavit sworn by a Commissioner of Oaths. The affidavit will be attached to the document sent back to you. You will need to file the affidavit of service with the court. We can file it for you if local. Let us know.
What if I don't know where the Defendant lives or works?
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How long does it usually take to serve someone?
Usually a day or two. We will attempt the day we get the documents and at a time that we reasonably believe the person will be there. It is rare that a document does not get served, unless the individual has moved etc. Service is usually effected within 3 attempts.
What if I have more questions?
Please contact us if you have any questions.