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Robert B. Carter, K.C. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation. Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Insurance, Disability (LTD, CPP-D), Civil Litigation Bob was born in Wolfville and raised in Halifax and St. John’s, Newfoundland. He graduated from Dalhousie University in 1993 and the University of New Brunswick Law School in 1998. Bob was called to the Nova Scotia Bar in 1999. Bob is a leader in his field. Recognized by his peers,...

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.

Garnet E. Brooks is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Garnet E. practices law in Bedford, Nova Scotia Best Lawyers has recognized Garnet E. Brooks 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 Garnet E. Brooks is held by other lawyers.

Lisa Wagner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Lisa practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia Best Lawyers has recognized Lisa Wagner 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 Lisa Wagner is held by other lawyers.

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...

Chad Horton is a Partner at MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law in Halifax, Nova Scotia . He practices in the areas of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation and has more than 15 years of experience representing clients in complex insurance and injury matters. Before joining MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law, Chad practiced as insurance defense counsel with a large Nova Scotia law firm, where he worked closely with senior litigators and developed extensive experience handling clai...

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...

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...

Myles is an experienced tax planning lawyer. He brings more than a decade of experience in tax planning for small and medium sized businesses, with a focus on optimizing tax structures for owner managers. He is dedicated to working with growth-focused business owners to ensure their business objectives are met in the most tax effective manner. He has a particular interest in helping owner managers design tax structures that both minimize tax and enhance creditor protection. Myles believes in ...

Erin is an estate planning and real estate lawyer with 36 years of experience. She maintains a robust practice that covers estate planning, real estate and the probate and administration of estates. Erin’s deep experience in both estate planning and real estate law enables her to prepare tax planned estates with lasting relevance. Estate Planning: Erin advises clients on Wills, Personal Care Directives and Powers of Attorney – all recommended elements of a comprehensive estate pla...