Marc A. Beaubien

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.

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...

Nicolle was called to the Nova Scotia bar in 2002 and practices exclusively in the area of personal injury and insurance related claims. She has many years of experience and has represented clients before the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia and the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal. Nicolle enjoys a work life balance that includes time with family and friends, as well as time to read, meditate, and practice yoga. She can often be found trail walking with her furry friend, Lucy.

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 top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Environmental Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Brian, who practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lyndsay Jardine is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation. Lyndsay, who practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lyndsay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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 ...

Ansley Simpson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Insurance, Disability (LTD, CPP-D), Civil Litigation Born and raised in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Ansley has worked in the legal field for over 20 years. She began working as a Legal Assistant and Paralegal while completing her Psychology degree (Honours) at Acadia University. Ansley received an academic scholarship to Dalhousie Un...

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...

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...