Matthew T. "Matt" Hayes

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 ...

Angus Smith is a Partner at MacGillivray Injury & Insurance Law and practises out of the firm’s Moncton office, serving clients across New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. He represents people who have been injured in accidents and people in disputes with insurance companies over the benefits they are owed. Angus is originally from Antigonish, Nova Scotia. He was called to the Nova Scotia Bar in 2016 and to the New Brunswick Bar in 2020, and has 10 years of legal experience. He has repres...

Justin Robichaud, KC, is a founding partner of Fidelis Law. He was appointed King’s Counsel in 2021. His legal practice is focused mainly on personal injury and insurance law litigation. He has seen first-hand the disastrous effects an accident can have on the life of a person, and as a result of these experiences, he decided to dedicate his work to personal injury claims. Justin is sensitive to the specific needs of his clients and is committed to helping them navigate the road to reco...

As a shareholder and senior lawyer at Foster & Company, my broad-based litigation practice includes insurance defense, commercial litigation, complex multi-party actions, product liability, medical and professional malpractice and personal injury cases throughout the Maritimes. I have appeared at all levels of Court in New Brunswick as well as a number of administrative tribunals. After graduating from the University of New Brunswick with my Bachelor of Arts (1992) and Bachelor of Laws (1...

J. Marc Richard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law, Insurance Law, Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. J. Marc practices law in Fredericton, New Brunswick Best Lawyers has recognized J. Marc Richard since 2018. 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 J. ...

Carley Parish, K.C. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defence and Family Law. Carley practices law in Hampton, New Brunswick Best Lawyers has recognized Carley Parish, K.C. 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 Carley Parish, K.C. is held by other lawyers.

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 ...

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 ...

Practice Areas: Corporate and Commercial Law, Bankruptcy and Solvency, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law. Professional Experience: Bill received his BBA degree in 1998 and an LLB degree in 1992 from the University of New Brunswick. He was called to the New Brunswick Bar in 1993. Bill received his Queen's Counsel designation in 2018. Bill practices in the areas of Corporate/Commercial Law, Bankruptcy and Insolvency, Estate Planning, and Real Estate Law. He particularly enjoys advising small ...

As founder and principal of Foster & Company, I oversee the firm’s practice and represent clients in commercial/complex litigation matters and in the investigation, management and resolution of insurance litigation throughout New Brunswick and Atlantic Canada. I also act as a mediator/facilitator in a broad range of litigation disputes. I came to Canada from the UK after secondary school, and studied French at both the Université de Québec à Chicoutimi and Memor...