Last Updated: October 10, 2025
Ross Estate Law (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and managing your personal information with care and respect. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, mailing address, and other details you provide when contacting us or using our services.
Legal Information: Information related to your estate planning needs, family structure, assets, and other relevant details.
Document Information: Files you upload to our secure client portal, including wills, estate documents, and related materials.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data collected automatically when you visit our website.
We use the information we collect to:
Provide legal and estate planning services
Communicate with you about your legal matters
Store and manage your documents securely
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Send updates, newsletters, or other communications (with your consent)
We never sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following cases:
With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or legal process
Service Providers: With trusted providers (e.g., cloud storage, email) under strict confidentiality agreements
Professional Obligations: As required to meet Law Society regulations
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access or disclosure, including:
Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
Secure cloud storage with enterprise-grade encryption
Access controls and authentication
Regular security reviews
No online system is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your information only as long as necessary to deliver our services and comply with legal or professional requirements, following Law Society of Nova Scotia retention rules.
You have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Request deletion (subject to legal retention rules)
Opt out of marketing communications
Withdraw consent for specific uses
To exercise these rights, contact megan@rossestatelaw.ca or call (902) 403-0008.
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By accessing and using the Ross Estate Law website or services, you agree to these Terms of Service.
This site is provided for informational purposes and to facilitate communication with our firm. You agree to use it only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms.
Using this website or submitting a contact form does not establish an attorney-client relationship. A formal relationship begins only upon signing a retainer or engagement agreement.
If granted access to our secure client portal:
Maintain the confidentiality of your credentials
Do not share account access with unauthorized persons
Notify us immediately of any suspected breach
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access at any time
You agree not to:
Upload malicious code or software
Attempt unauthorized system access
Use our site for illegal or unethical activity
Interfere with or disrupt operations
Impersonate another person or entity
All content—including text, graphics, and images—is the property of Ross Estate Law and protected by intellectual property laws. Reproduction or redistribution requires written permission.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ross Estate Law is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of this website or our services.
We may modify these terms at any time. Updates take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Information on this website is for general educational purposes and not legal advice. Laws change frequently, and content may not reflect the latest updates.
The content on this site should not be relied upon for specific decisions. Estate and probate matters vary by circumstance; seek tailored advice before acting.
Past results or case summaries do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each matter depends on its unique facts and applicable law.
Ross Estate Law practices in Nova Scotia, Canada. Information provided here pertains to Nova Scotia and Canadian law only.
Our site may include links to external websites for convenience. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Dr. Megan Ross is a member in good standing of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society and subject to its professional conduct rules.
For questions about this Privacy Policy or Terms of Service, please contact:
Ross Estate Law
99 Wyse Road, Suite 1100
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3A 4S5
Phone: (902) 403-0008
Email: megan@rossestatelaw.ca