IN THE PROBATE COURT OF NOVA SCOTIA
Citation: Cite as: Peach Estate (Re), 2011 NSSC 230
Date: 20110610
Docket: SYD 333360;
Probate No. 21051
Registry: Sydney
IN THE ESTATE OF THOMAS ALLAN PEACH, DECEASED
LIBRARY HEADING
Revised Library Sheet: The docket number SYD 20151 has been corrected to read SYD 333360; Probate No. 21051. This library sheet released on January 19, 2012 replaces the previously released library sheet.
Judge: The Honourable Justice Patrick J. Murray
Heard: October 5, 2010, in Sydney, Nova Scotia
Written Decision: June 10, 2011
Subject: Solicitor/Client Costs
Summary: The Court awarded solicitor/client costs to all parties in an estate matter involving a will interpretation. C.P. Rule 77 considered and Court found “exceptional circumstances” existed. All parties, including payor Estate were in agreement.
Issue: Whether solicitor/client costs should be awarded and paid by the estate in a matter involving an interpretation of a will.
Result: Solicitor/client costs awarded, such costs to be taxed.
THIS INFORMATION SHEET DOES NOT FORM PART OF THE COURT'S DECISION. QUOTES MUST BE FROM THE DECISION, NOT THIS LIBRARY SHEET.