Michael Murphy

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Chad has practiced insurance and personal injury law for 15 years and brings a unique perspective to the team at MacGillivray Law. As a former insurance defense litigator at a large private practice defense firm in Nova Scotia, Chad practiced with and received formal mentorship from four generations of some of the very best defense lawyers in the province (several of whom have gone on to sit as Justices on the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia and the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal). Throughout that ...

As an experienced family law practitioner, Angela understands the importance of providing a supportive space for clients going through difficult family transitions. This is obvious in her ability to quickly build rapport with clients and her dedication to enabling and encouraging transformations as her clients work toward resolution. Her passion for people and providing dynamic and customized solutions are what enable Angela to strive to make the seemingly impossible, possible. Angela’s...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

Mike Dull, K.C. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Class Action Litigation, Insurance Law, Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. Mike, who practices law in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mike is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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.