Leading clients and the practice
of law forward.
Stewart McKelvey is Atlantic Canada’s largest law firm and one of the 20 largest in the country.
We are more than 250 lawyers. We are six offices throughout the four Atlantic provinces. We are full-service. But most importantly, we are leaders in providing the legal knowledge and innovative solutions clients need to move forward confidently.
“Winner of Best Law Firm”
– Atlantic Business Magazine
“Best of Atlantic Canada” 2024
Readers’ Choice Awards
“Atlantic Canada Law Firm of the Year”
– 2021 Canadian Law Awards
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The Best Lawyers™ in Canada lists 81 Firm lawyers as leaders in more than 40 practice areas
Zach Geldert receives Trust and Estate Practitioner designation
Thought Leadership
Nova Scotia legislative update: “Stronger Workplaces for Nova Scotia Act ” – Bill No. 464
Sean Kelly and Tiegan A. Scott On September 5, 2024, the “Stronger Workplaces for Nova Scotia Act” (Bill No. 464) was introduced in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly for first reading by the Honourable Jill Balser (Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration). The Bill contemplates amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Labour Standards…
Historic human rights ruling: Alberta tribunal sets record with landmark damages award, redefining the rules on compensation and deterrence
John A.C. Morse and Lauren Sorel The Human Rights Tribunal of Alberta (the “Tribunal”) recently awarded three complainants a total of $273,274.91 in compensation, with $155,000.00 of this amount designated as general damages – a new record in Canadian human rights law. This landmark decision not only raises the bar for compensation but also underscores…