Nova Scotia Lawyers Directory

Brian practices on the firm’s Business and Criminal Litigation teams. He routinely conducts trials and appeals in commercial, civil, criminal and disciplinary matters. He has been successful counsel in the Supreme Court of Canada and in the Courts of Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Ontario,...

We represent injury victims who were involved in a car accident, slip and fall, or other incidents which lead to injury, loss, or disability. Injury and loss can be stressful – we get that… Often, there’s so much misinformation and confusing lingo that people struggle to find out exactly what’s...

With over 30 years of representing individuals and corporations throughout Nova Scotia, Jeremy Gay is a Dartmouth lawyer who brings experience and focus to assist clients with their legal matters.

Our Family Law Team understands the emotional turmoil and financial reality many people face in matters of family law. We will assist and guide you through the issues and the process for your unique family law situation. Family law matters most often arise upon the breakdown of a family or when...

Wagners has many unique qualities, including nearly 80 years combined of legal experience, including in-depth in trials. Our law firm in Halifax is recognized for our extensive trial work and our vast abilities in the courtroom. While we are skilled trial lawyers, we also know when it is an...

James grew up in Glace Bay and spent most of his summer at his grandparents’ cottage on the Mira River. He attended Cape Breton University where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration. After his graduation, James moved to Fort McMurray, Alberta, where he worked as a consultant in the...

At MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law, our team is committed to working for you. We do not recover fees or expenses until we secure compensation for you. We use the advice and knowledge of expert witnesses — including medical specialists, accident reconstruction specialists, illustrators,...

Joining the team at LaFosse MacLeod was David MacIsaac's chance to move back to Cape Breton and work with some of the best in his profession. Studying aboard was just one of the many academic opportunities David seized as an undergraduate student at Cape Breton University. Before...

John dedicates his practice exclusively to representing persons who have suffered an injury or loss as a result of medical malpractice, car and truck accidents(or other serious personal injury claims) and institutional liability. He has a special interest in representing victims in civil claims...

Mr. MacEachern was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, May 27, 1959, and was admitted to the Nova Scotia Bar in 1985.Practice Areas Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation; Civil Litigation.Property Disputes; Property Law; Wills and Estate Planning, Fisheries Law,

Patrick is a native of Lunenburg. After graduating from Lunenburg Jr. Sr. High School, he attended Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, and then Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1975 and a Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B.) in 1978....

Jackie was born and raised in rural Ontario. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto with majors in Psychology and Criminology. Jackie moved to Nova Scotia in 1992 and received her Bachelor of Law degree from Dalhousie University in 1997. She articled in Dartmouth...

Kelly advises on estate planning and elder law issues including preparation of wills, alter ego and joint partner trusts and testamentary trusts, enduring powers of attorney, and personal care directives. Kelly acts as proctor for many estates, advising personal representatives and beneficiaries...

A member of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society since 1974, Harold brings a wealth of valuable experience and a diligent legal approach to his long-time partnership in Evans MacIsaac MacMillan.

I practice law because of the human relationships it invites. I enjoy the process of helping clients in practical and creative ways. My practice involves an iconoclastic mix of corporate/commercial law, health law, municipal law, litigation and property law. I have been very fortunate to...

Geoff Muttart is a native of Kings County, Nova Scotia and has practiced law in Kentville since 1995. In addition to his law degree, he has a Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology. He has specialized training from DalTech in Environmental Law and related legislation. He is also an...

Peter is an associate in the Halifax office practicing in the areas of corporate & commercial, financial services, mergers & acquisitions and real estate law. He also works with small to mid-sized business owners as they grow their enterprises.

Brian graduated from Dalhousie Law School in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1988. Prior to law school, Brian attended Saint Francis Xavier University where he earned recognition for academic excellence while pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Economics and was elected to both the University Senat

George is the President of the Canadian environmental consulting firm de Romilly & de Romilly Limited, obtained his Masters’ Degree (LL.M) in Marine and Environmental Law from Dalhousie University in 1992, specializing in the areas of international environmental law, maritime law, and oil...

Laura is a family lawyer, mediator and collaborative lawyer. She represents clients in cases involving custody, access, support and division of assets. Laura enjoys solving complex problems. She takes a results-oriented approach to client issues and strives to generate unique, cost-effective...

With over 30 years of representing individuals and corporations throughout Nova Scotia, Jeremy Gay is a Dartmouth lawyer who brings experience and focus to assist clients with their legal matters.

As an undergraduate business student at Cape Breton University, Travis wasn’t sure where he was headed but a small push from a favourite professor sent him on the path to Dalhousie Law School, and Burchell MacDougall LLP. With a background of finance and economics from obtaining a business...

Elizabeth is from Alberta. She has a LL.B from Dalhousie (2001) and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta (1994). She is the founder of North Star Immigration Law Inc. She has taught immigration and refugee law at Schulich School of Law (Dalhousie University) and often presents...

Christene is a partner and lives in Queensland, Nova Scotia. Her practice focuses on business and intellectual property law. She is often invited to speak on intellectual property as well as matters relating to business related issues including financing, privacy and other topics.

Born in Pictou, Nova Scotia, Allen was admitted to the Bar, Prince Edward Island in 2000, Nova Scotia in 2002 and New Brunswick in 2012. He obtained his Bachelor of Commerce from Saint Mary's University in 1995 and his LL.B. from the University of New Brunswick in 1999.

Vern Hearn grew up in Evanston, a small village in Cape Breton, and his love of small communities has shaped his life and his law practice. He attended St. Francis Xavier University for his undergraduate degree, a BBA in Information Systems, and went on to law school at Dalhousie University....

Derrick has been practicing law for 40 years. He started in general law practice in Wolfville, Nova Scotia in partnership with Linden Smith, Q.C. until 1983. Afterwards, he started his own practice – Kimball and associates, which has been open for more than 35 years. Admitted to the Nova Scotia...

As a senior partner at Sampson McPhee, Elsbeth began her working life as a chartered accountant and business valuator; she draws on this experience in her work as a corporate and tax lawyer. In addition to this, she maintains a thriving estate planning practice. Elsbeth remains active in the...

Ian received his law degree from the University of New Brunswick in 2011. After graduating, Ian articled with a regional firm in Prince Edward Island where he continued to practice until he relocated to Sydney to join the law office of LaFosse MacLeod in 2014. Ian has a general practice with a...

David's practice has concentrated in the areas of property law, corporate law, wills and estates, family law, criminal law, and personal injury. As well, David has been appointed as acting Crown Attorney in both Halifax and Dartmouth Provincial Courts since 1998,

Queen’s Counsel Designation, 2002 Nova Scotia Bar Admission 1985 Dalhousie University (B.A. (Hons.)), 1981 Past Member and Chair of the Ethics and Professional Responsibility Committee, Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society

George is a Partner and practices in the areas of wills and trusts, estate administration and litigation, and real estate, with a focus on guardianship applications and estate advice. George is currently Chair of the Residential Real estate team and a former member of the firm's Articling Committee.

An established law firm located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Wickwire Holm has been serving clients for over 150 years. We pride ourselves on our solid relationships with our clients. Acting as strong advocates and providing sound, dependable and timely legal services are the cornerstones of our...

Jane has practiced in our real property/estate planning department since being called to the Bar in 2008.  Her real property practice primarily focuses on residential and commercial real estate transactions, in which Jane works with individuals, institutions and business owners to review and...

For more than 35 years, Eric has practiced almost exclusively in matters of tax and commercial law where he uses his dual training in common law and civil law. Eric also has extensive experience in various forms of tax litigation, including negotiations with the Audit and Appeal divisions of...

Cassandra practices primarily in the area of family law and child protection. She has experience representing clients on a wide variety of issues, including divorce, custody, grandparent access, child support, spousal support, and property division. She has appeared in the Family Court of Nova...

I have practised law in Nova Scotia since my admission to the Nova Scotia Barristers Society in 1986. I am presently Legal Counsel of the firm and Managing / Owner of the Halifax Office. I have focused most of my practise on real estate, corporate and litigation. I am a former Adjudicator of...

Noella is a member of our Labour & Employment, Regulatory / Administrative, Municipal, and Litigation services areas. Noella has represented employers at virtually every type of labour or employment related hearing, including the Labour Board, arbitrations and all levels of court. Noella...

Jim is a member of our Litigation, and Labour & Employment services areas. While Jim's civil litigation practice is particularly focused on the defence of professionals, including architects, engineers and accountants, and employment law, he also offers general counsel to a number of...

Marc is a member of our Environmental, Litigation, Labour & Employment, Municipal, Regulatory/Administrative, and Bankruptcy / Insolvency services areas. With his background as a Professional Engineer and former environmental consultant Marc represents clients in all things environmental,...

Garnet is known for his endless supply of energy and optimism, quick smile and dry sense of humour. He is passionate about working with and helping his clients in their entrepreneurial and business pursuits and provides practical advice and creative solutions for their business legal needs....

Alan is one of Atlantic Canada’s most senior solicitors. His practice is concentrated in corporate, commercial, real property transactions and estate matters. For many years, Alan has acted for and has provided general counsel advice to Nova Scotia’s largest construction conglomerate. He has...

With an economics and business law background, Brian helps our personal injury clients prove their economic losses. Good news for injured business owners and professionals. But Brian is not just a numbers guy by any means. We’ve seen him singlehandedly take on insurance companies in wrongful...

Joseph A. JeBailey is a Halifax Lawyer in Nova Scotia, Canada. Experience includes working with the Government of Canada (Citizenship & Immigration Canada) as well as with the Nova Scotia Nominee Program to assist clients throughout the Immigration Process. A Canadian Immigration Lawyer...

Jeff Aucoin is an experienced litigation lawyer with a focused practice in commercial leasing disputes, construction disputes, insurance defence, and product liability matters. Based in Halifax, Jeff is highly respected within local construction and commercial real estate communities throughout...

Robert is a Partner in our Halifax office who practices corporate and business law with a particular specialization in technology and intellectual property. Robert works extensively with early and growth stage companies in various industries across multiple sectors. As a former in house lawyer...

Rob has a diverse commercial practice, with emphasis on transactions relating to technology, intellectual property (including trademark prosecution), entertainment, computing, privacy and advertising.

As a skilled negotiator and persuasive advocate, Tyana works closely with her clients to problem solve on a range of issues, including professional liability, disciplinary, and regulatory matters; medical malpractice; insurance claims and coverage; and contractual disputes. Her clients include:...