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J. Marc Richard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law, Insurance Law, Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. J. Marc, who practices law in Fredericton, New Brunswick, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Marc is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael Cormier is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation. Michael, who practices law in Moncton, New Brunswick, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Marie-Josée Ouellette is a founding partner of Fidelis Law Droit. Marie-Josée’s practice is focus on personal injury and long-term disability insurance claims. She is an organized and approachable lawyer for whom customer service is very important. Her client-focused approach enables her to develop a successful working relationship with her clients. She strives to provide a professional service while making her clients feel at ease. “I want my clients to know that I ...

Kelly VanBuskirk is recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Labour and Employment Law. He is also a Top Ranked lawyer by Lexpert and his firm, VanBuskirk Law, has been named a Top Labour and Employment Law firm by HR Law Canada. For 33 years, Kelly has practiced labour, employment, and human rights law and has represented employers, employees, unions, and commissions in trials and hearings in the New Brunswic...

David Brannen is the founder of Resolute Employment & Disability Lawyers, a national firm dedicated to representing employees in employment and disability insurance disputes. With a background as an occupational therapist before entering the legal profession, David brings a unique perspective to his practice. His dual training allows him to understand the medical, vocational, and legal dimensions of his clients’ cases, ensuring a comprehensive and effective approach to advocacy. He ...

Originally from Campbellton, New Brunswick, Chantal A. Thibodeau, K.C. rose from humble beginnings to complete her law degree at the top of her class and to build a successful law practice. She spent the first 22 years of her practice as an insurance defense counsel before deciding to pursue her career representing those who really need it – the injured victims. She has appeared before all levels of court in New Brunswick, as well as before the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2017, she was ...

AREAS OF PRACTICE: Civil Litigation, including Insurance , Product Liability, Professional Liability Defence, Personal Injury, Construction Law, Commercial Litigation, and Mediation. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Mike received his Business Adminstration Degree in 1988 and Law Degree in 1991 from the University of New Brunswick. He was admitted to the New Brunswick Bar in 1992. He is a member of the Canadian Bar Association, the Law Society of New Brunswick, and the Saint John Law Society. In 2015,...

Carley Parish, K.C. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defence and Family Law. Carley, who practices law in Hampton, New Brunswick, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carley is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

AREAS OF PRACTICE: Litigation, Insurance, Personal Injury, Labour and Employment, and Aboriginal Law PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Maria received her B.A. degree from St. Thomas University in 1977, and her LL.B degree from the University of New Brunswick in 1980. She was admitted to the Newfoundland Bar in 1981 and to the New Brunswick Bar in 1989. Maria received her appointment as Queen's Counsel (Q.C.) in 2004. Her affiliations include membership in the Canadian Bar Association, the Law Society ...

Fluently Bilingual, Catherine has a varied litigation practice with a focus on insurance matters and regulatory issues for professionals. She has experience resolving casualty claims, including injury, fatality and abuse claims. She counsels insurers on property and commercial claims as well as subrogated matters. Catherine also provides assistance to professional regulators. She has appeared as counsel in all levels of court in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, as well as before the Prince Edwa...