Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lower Sackville
Established in 2015, Richardson Law Office has built upon decades of legal expertise to serve clients throughout Halifax and the HRM. Our practice combines aggressive advocacy with compassionate counsel across criminal defense, personal injury claims, family law, real estate transactions, and estate planning. With over 40 years of combined experience, our team delivers cost-effective solutions while maintaining personalized attention to every case. We leverage deep familiarity with Nova Scotia's legal landscape to protect client interests through pragmatic strategies. Our senior counsel's extensive trial experience complements our commitment to accessible legal representation.We maintain affiliations with key legal associations while prioritizing direct client communication throughout the legal process. Our semi-retired founding attorney continues active case management alongside trusted associates who share our dedication to justice. Administrative support ensures seamless case coordination from initial consultation to resolution. We serve as both direct legal counsel and referral partners for complex cases requiring specialized expertise. This integrated approach enables comprehensive legal support tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury Claims
Family Law
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Immigration Law
Probate Services
Small Business Law
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our team maintains active memberships in key provincial legal associations
- We offer strategic legal solutions combining courtroom experience with cost-effective approaches
- Our semi-retired founding attorney personally oversees complex case management
- We provide multilingual legal services through affiliated counsel with diverse expertise
Services
Criminal Defense
We provide robust defense representation for criminal charges at all Nova Scotia court levels. Our experience spans serious offenses and complex legal challenges, combining trial expertise with strategic negotiation. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of local legal procedures and prosecutorial approaches.
Personal Injury Claims
Our firm handles serious personal injury and wrongful death cases with compassionate advocacy. We pursue maximum compensation through insurance negotiations and litigation, leveraging decades of experience with disability claims and court precedents. Clients receive dedicated support throughout the claims process.
Family Law
We manage separation, divorce, and family law matters with sensitivity to emotional complexities. Services include custody arrangements, property division, and spousal support negotiations. Our approach balances legal effectiveness with minimizing family conflict through pragmatic solutions.
Real Estate Transactions
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial transactions, including purchases, sales, and financing. We handle title transfers, contract negotiations, and closing procedures with attention to detail. Clients receive clear guidance through complex property law requirements.
Immigration Law
We assist with immigration matters including family class applications, humanitarian cases, and federal court reviews. Multilingual support in Russian and Hebrew enhances accessibility. Our services combine regulatory compliance with personalized case strategy development.
People
Kim Richardson
Senior Counsel
Admitted in 1982 with over 40 years of litigation experience, Kim specializes in personal injury, wrongful death, and criminal defense cases. Founding member of Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association and active real estate practitioner handling thousands of transactions.
Elisabeth Isakov
Independent Counsel
Licensed in Manitoba and Nova Scotia, Elisabeth focuses on immigration law, estate planning, and family law. She provides multilingual services in Russian and Hebrew while expanding into real estate law. Graduated from Robson Hall Law School in Manitoba.
Donna Watson
Administrative Support
With 30+ years of DMV experience, Donna provides critical administrative support to attorneys and manages document preparation. She coordinates scheduling and client communications while maintaining office operations in Lower Sackville.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We handle criminal defense, personal injury claims, family law, real estate transactions, estate planning, and immigration law with experienced legal counsel.
How much experience does your firm have?
Our founding attorney has over 40 years of litigation experience, with the firm established in 2015 combining multiple legal specialties.
Do you serve clients outside Lower Sackville?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Halifax and the HRM area while maintaining our main office in Lower Sackville.
Can I get multilingual legal services?
Yes, our affiliated counsel provides services in English, Russian, and Hebrew for immigration and family law matters.
