David G. Coles, K.C.

Peter McVey, KC is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Peter practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia Best Lawyers has recognized Peter McVey, KC since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Peter McVey, KC is held by other lawyers.

Brian Hebert is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Environmental Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Brian practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia Best Lawyers has recognized Brian Hebert since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brian Hebert is held by other lawyers.

Nicolle A. Snow is a Partner at MacGillivray Injury & Insurance Law in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She practises in the area of Personal Injury Litigation , representing individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, insurance disputes, disability claims, and other injury-related matters across Nova Scotia. Nicolle earned her LL.B. from Dalhousie University’s Schulich School of Law and was called to the Nova Scotia Bar in 2002. Since beginning her practice, Nicolle has focused exclusive...

Raymond F. Wagner, Q.C. is the founder and principal of Wagners. He has dedicated the majority of his 40 years of legal practice to representing injured plaintiffs. His practice has a primary focus on class actions, medical negligence with a special focus in birth trauma, and personal injury litigation. He obtained his law degree from Dalhousie Law School and was called to the Bar of Nova Scotia in 1980. Mr. Wagner is a compassionate advocate, known for his candor, civility and practical advi...

Kate Boyle is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Class Action Litigation. Kate practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia Best Lawyers has recognized Kate Boyle since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kate Boyle is held by other lawyers.

Danielle MacLean is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Danielle, who practices law in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Danielle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Known for her practical advice, attention to detail and client-focused approach, Danielle has built her practice around...

Laura is a family lawyer, mediator, and collaborative lawyer, currently serving as the CEO of MDW Law. MDW Law has established itself as a leader and innovator in handling complex cases. Since 2021, Laura has led this innovative group, developing a client-focused model for practicing law in a team-based environment. Laura enjoys solving complex problems and takes a results-oriented approach, striving to generate unique, cost-effective solutions. She uses alternative dispute resolutions to hel...

Life events that involve our families are often the most difficult to meet. Since 1998 Kim Johnson has helped people struggling with the deconstruction and reconstruction of their concept of “family” due to separation, divorce, custody disputes, and estate matters. Whether the problem is a straightforward Will or Agreement, or a complex contested divorce involving business assets, pensions, or high conflict people, her goal in every case is to find timely and practical answers to ...

Tara is the “M” in MDW Law. A proactive and well-respected litigator with a reputation of being firm but fair, she joined MDW Law as a partner in May 2015 and is the leader of the firm’s personal injury and insurance litigation practice group. She received her King’s Counsel designation in 2019 and was recognized in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada™ as “Lawyer of the Year” for Personal Injury Litigation in Nova Scotia. She has been recognize...

Maddy’s practice involves representing plaintiffs in class actions involving institutional abuse, environmental issues, pharmaceutical and product liability, Crown liability, privacy breaches, and a variety of other systemic issues. Maddy has a law degree from the Schulich School of Law (2010) and a Master of Law from Cambridge University (2014). She is a recipient of the Right Honourable Paul Martin Sr. Scholarship and was recognized by Cambridge University for her academic achievement...