LM Legal Solutions LLP

LM Legal Solutions LLP Our Dartmouth lawyers are just five minutes from the MacDonald Bridge at King’s Wharf.

Formerly Lenehan Musgrave LLP, LM Legal Solutions now offers expanded legal services while maintaining excellence in family law, real estate, estate planning, and more.

Legal Tip Tuesday: the biggest real estate mistakes happen before closing day.Most buyers and sellers assume the hard pa...
06/02/2026

Legal Tip Tuesday: the biggest real estate mistakes happen before closing day.

Most buyers and sellers assume the hard part is over once the paperwork starts. It's often where the costly surprises begin.

Signing documents without legal review. Waiting too long to bring in a lawyer. Misunderstanding what conditions actually mean for your deal. These aren't rare edge cases; they're some of the most common issues we see, and they're almost always preventable.

The earlier you involve a legal team, the more options you have. Early guidance protects your timeline, your finances, and your peace of mind.

Have questions about your transaction? Visit our website or reach out to our team to book a consultation.

Moving for work changes everything: your home, your routine, your community. The legal side of that move shouldn't be on...
05/26/2026

Moving for work changes everything: your home, your routine, your community. The legal side of that move shouldn't be one more thing to stress about.

Whether you're relocating with the Canadian Armed Forces or the RCMP, there are timelines to manage, documents to review, and important details that can't be overlooked. Having an experienced legal team in your corner allows you to focus on the transition ahead, not the paperwork behind it.

As part of the SIRVA relocation program, our team supports relocations connected to the Canadian Armed Forces, the RCMP, and other employer-sponsored moves.

We understand the unique pressures that come with relocation and have experience helping families navigate the process with confidence. You don't have to figure it out alone.

If you're moving this summer, connect with our team today. We're here to help make the legal side of your move as smooth as possible.

WE’RE HIRING ⚖️Looking to grow your legal career with a firm that values collaboration, mentorship, and community connec...
05/22/2026

WE’RE HIRING ⚖️

Looking to grow your legal career with a firm that values collaboration, mentorship, and community connection?

LM Legal Solutions is hiring a Lawyer (Associate or Staff) to join our Dartmouth team, with a focus in:

• Family Law
• Real Estate Law
• Or a hybrid of both

Whether you're building a client-facing practice or prefer a more internally focused role, we offer the flexibility and support to help you thrive.

WHY JOIN LM LEGAL SOLUTIONS?

✔ Collaborative team environment
✔ Mentorship from experienced lawyers
✔ Competitive compensation
✔ Paid vacation + health & dental benefits
✔ Holiday office closures, including extended time over the holidays
✔ Beautiful King’s Wharf office location

We’re looking for someone who brings strong legal experience, empathy, professionalism, and a client-first mindset to every file.

📍 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
📩 Submit your Resume and Cover Letter to Hannah at [email protected]

We look forward to connecting with you.

Legal Tip Tuesday: Before you buy, make sure you understand what comes with the property and what doesn't.Two terms ever...
05/20/2026

Legal Tip Tuesday: Before you buy, make sure you understand what comes with the property and what doesn't.

Two terms every buyer should know:

An easement is a legal right that allows someone else to use a portion of your property, or allows you to use a portion of someone else’s property, for a specific purpose. Think shared driveways or utility access. You still own the land, but that right belongs to someone else and remains with the property regardless of who owns it.

A restrictive covenant is a rule that limits how you can use or modify your property. This could affect additions, appearance, or how the space is used. These rules also transfer with ownership, meaning they apply to you even if they were set by a previous owner years ago.

Neither of these is necessarily a dealbreaker, but they can affect your plans in ways that aren't obvious at first glance. A renovation you're counting on, a business you planned to run from the property, or a structure you intended to build could all be impacted.

Knowing before you sign is always better than discovering it after.

Family violence isn't always visible, but it's always serious.It doesn't only look like physical harm. It can include em...
05/13/2026

Family violence isn't always visible, but it's always serious.

It doesn't only look like physical harm. It can include emotional abuse, financial control, intimidation, and behaviour designed to make you feel unsafe in your own home or unable to make decisions freely. Many people question whether what they're experiencing "counts." It does.

Children are also affected, even when they are not direct targets. Witnessing fear, tension, or controlling behaviour in the home has an impact, and the legal system recognizes this.

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Understanding your options is a starting point, not a commitment.

There are legal steps you can take to help protect you and your children. Speaking with a professional confidentially can help you understand what those steps look like in your situation.

If you're experiencing family violence and aren't sure how it affects your parenting arrangements, our team is here to listen and help you understand your options.

Buying and selling on the same day sounds efficient. In practice, it relies on everything going perfectly.Real estate tr...
05/05/2026

Buying and selling on the same day sounds efficient. In practice, it relies on everything going perfectly.

Real estate transactions have many moving parts: financing confirmations, walkthroughs, paperwork sign-offs, and fund transfers. Each one has to land exactly on time for a same-day close to work. When one piece is delayed, the whole chain is affected.

You could find yourself without access to your new home, without the funds from your sale, or scrambling for temporary accommodations you didn't plan for.

A buffer between your closing dates isn't a sign of poor planning. It's the opposite. It gives you flexibility when the unexpected happens, which, in real estate, happens more often than people expect.

If you're planning a move, our team can help you structure your closing dates to protect your timeline and your peace of mind.

Children may not make the decisions, but their voices still matter.Many parents aren't sure how or when a child's perspe...
04/29/2026

Children may not make the decisions, but their voices still matter.

Many parents aren't sure how or when a child's perspective factors into legal proceedings. The answer depends on the child's age and maturity, and there are structured, safe ways for their experience to be heard without putting them in the middle of adult conflict.​

What "hearing a child's voice" actually means:

Courts can consider a child's views when they are appropriate to the child's developmental stage. This doesn't mean a child chooses between parents. It means their well-being, their sense of stability, and their lived experience are taken seriously.

​Parents sometimes involve children directly, hoping to understand what they want. This often does more harm than good. Neutral professionals exist specifically to bridge that gap in a way that protects the child from pressure or loyalty conflicts.

The goal has always been their well-being, not a verdict.

If you’re navigating separation and want to ensure your child’s well-being stays at the centre, our team is here to help guide you.

Legal Tip Tuesday: An estate plan isn’t a ‘set it and forget it’ document.An estate plan isn’t a “set it and forget it” ...
04/21/2026

Legal Tip Tuesday: An estate plan isn’t a ‘set it and forget it’ document.

An estate plan isn’t a “set it and forget it” document.

Life changes, and your estate plan should reflect them. Many people don’t realize how quickly an outdated plan can stop working as intended.

It’s important to review your documents after:
• Marriage or separation
• Birth or adoption of a child
• Death of a beneficiary or executor
• Significant changes in assets
• Moving provinces
• Or every 3–5 years as a general check-in

Regular reviews help ensure your plan continues to align with your goals and protects the people you care about.

If your life has changed, a review can ensure your plan still reflects your wishes.

Summer parenting schedules can create conflict, even when everyone has good intentions.School-year routines don’t always...
04/15/2026

Summer parenting schedules can create conflict, even when everyone has good intentions.

School-year routines don’t always translate smoothly into summer months. Travel plans, camps, altered work schedules, and vacations can quickly lead to misunderstandings if expectations aren’t clear.

This is the time to review:
• Vacation and travel plans
• Pick-up and drop-off logistics
• Temporary schedule changes
• Communication expectations between parents

Planning ahead helps reduce stress, avoids last-minute disputes, and keeps your child’s routine as consistent as possible.

If you’re unsure whether your agreement covers summer changes, reviewing it now can prevent stress later.

Adding your child to your property title might feel like smart estate planning, but it can create problems you didn’t ex...
04/08/2026

Adding your child to your property title might feel like smart estate planning, but it can create problems you didn’t expect.

What’s often seen as a “simple solution” can come with serious legal and financial consequences, including:
• Immediate ownership rights you may not intend to give
• Exposure to your child’s creditors or relationship breakdown
• Potential capital gains tax issues
• Unintended conflict between siblings
• Loss of control over the property

In many cases, there may be better estate planning tools that protect your wishes without creating new risks.

There may be better tools than adding a child to the title. A legal review can help you choose the right one.

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