Now Offering Criminal Defence Services
October 27, 2023
At Kelly A. Driscoll Prof. Corp., we understand that facing criminal charges can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. That’s why we want to introduce you to our dedicated criminal defense attorney, Patrick Clendenning.
With a passion for justice and a commitment to protecting your rights, Patrick is here to guide you through the legal challenges you’re currently facing....
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DIVORCE LAWYER BILLING 101 – LESSON 3: YOUR LAWYER IS THE WORLD’S WORST THERAPIST!
May 30, 2023
Great lawyers are great listeners. This helps them to gather relevant information for a file. Getting all of the relevant information is essential. After all, to borrow a common computer science saying, “garbage in, garbage out.” Wrong facts lead to wrong advice and potential disaster for a client.
Great listening skills may mean that a client is tempted to share their emotions ...
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Now Hiring – Associate Lawyer Position
May 4, 2023
Are you looking for a change? How about a chance to prove yourself? Would you like to redefine what your career can look like?
Kelly A. Driscoll Prof Corp provides a new way of practicing law. Focused on the areas of Family Law, Real Estate, and Wills & Estates, we offer a compassionate and empathetic environment for staff and clients alike.
If you value a wor...
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Divorce Lawyer Billing 101 – Lesson 1: The Billable Hour and the Business of Law
March 30, 2023
You probably know that your lawyer bills you for time spent on the file. This is known as “the billable hour.” It’s part of law firm culture.
Most firms require lawyers to meet revenue targets each year concerning the number of hours billed to clients to keep their job. Yes, your lawyer wants to help you but they can’t do that if they are unemployed. They even likel...
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DIVORCE LAWYER BILLING 101 – LESSON 2: FREQUENT CONTACT MEANS PAYING TOP DOLLAR
May 4, 2023
Let’s go back to Lesson No. 1 on billable hours. Remember how we explained that most firms bill in minimum increments of six minutes? Let’s look at example of that in action.
John Doe has hired a lawyer for his divorce. John’s lawyer charges $250.00 plus HST per hour. This means that the end cost to John is $287.50 per hour if he lives in New Brunswick and is charged 15% H...
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Updated Family Court Forms
November 5, 2022
We have uploaded updated family court forms to the website to provide a resource for self-represented litigants. Use these forms at your own risk. They can be found in the “Useful Forms” section of our website under “Family Law”.
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