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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. Robert B., who practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jenn was born and raised in the little community of Caribou, located in rural Pictou County. Jenn kept herself busy outside of school as a longtime member of the Heatherbell Girls Pipes and Drums. Jenn spent a year studying at Saint Mary’s University before attending Saint Francis Xavier University, where she worked as a tour guide and in the admissions office. Jenn then attended Dalhousie Law School, while juggling a busy work schedule as a Caseload Planner for the Victorian Order of N...

Ali practiced law for ten years in Pakistan where he prosecuted and defended criminal cases, as well as represented client in constitutional matters. Before being called to the Bar in Nova Scotia, Ali was a research analyst with MacGillivray Law for three years. Since being called to the bar in Nova Scotia, Ali has represented clients before the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia as well as the Federal Canadian Pension Plan Disability Tribunals (CPP). Ali believes that everybody should have to answ...

Leigh began her practice at a large downtown law firm in the area of labour law. She soon realized that she loved the challenge of preserving personal relationships in the heat of legal battle. In 2007, she found her way to practicing family law, mediation and divorce law. Leigh founded the family law firm of Davis Reierson in 2010. She later joined MDW Law as Counsel in January 2023, and is now a Partner at the firm. Leigh has had the privilege of representing individuals in a broad range of...

Garnet E. Brooks is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Garnet E., who practices law in Bedford, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Garnet E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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...

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...

Jamie has practiced personal injury and insurance law since 1994, and exclusively since 1999. He is the principal and founder of MacGillivray Law which is now one of the region’s leading Plaintiff personal injury practices and the largest in Atlantic Canada. Jamie has extensive trial experience with 39 entries for decisions in the CanLii case law database. Jamie is “Lexpert Ranked” for being Repeatedly Recommended, and has been recognized by his peers as a “Leading Pra...

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...

Peter McVey, KC is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice. Peter, who practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Peter is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.