Business Details
4 Years
experience
Experienced Litigation Lawyers in Halifax
Merrick Jamieson Sterns is a specialized litigation boutique law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation in litigation, labor, and employment law. Our team of experienced professionals combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring personalized service and strategic advocacy. We maintain a streamlined practice to avoid conflicts of interest common in larger firms, allowing us to prioritize our clients' interests through responsive relationships and efficient case management. With decades of collective experience across Nova Scotia's courts and tribunals, we provide tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. Our attorneys have represented diverse clients ranging from multinational corporations to individual employees, leveraging advanced negotiation training and extensive trial experience.We actively engage in community service and professional organizations, maintaining memberships in the Nova Scotia Barristers Society, trial lawyers associations, and dispute resolution groups. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the courtroom through proactive client communication and comprehensive legal education. By focusing exclusively on our core competencies, we deliver cost-effective resolutions while maintaining the highest ethical standards. This specialized approach has earned recognition in Canadian Lawyer Magazine as a top-ten litigation boutique. Through continuous professional development and community involvement, we uphold our mission of Advocacy in Action.
Services
Litigation
Labor Law
Employment Law
Mediation
Arbitration
Real Estate Law
Corporate Law
Wills & Estates
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined litigation experience in Nova Scotia courts
- Our boutique structure ensures conflict-free legal representation
- Attorneys have advanced negotiation training from Harvard Negotiation Project Model
- Recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for real estate expertise since 2013
- We maintain active involvement in legal professional organizations
Associations and certifications
- Nova Scotia Barristers Society
- Advocates Society (Ontario)
- Atlantic Province Trial Lawyers Association
- Ontario Trial Lawyers Association
- American Trial Lawyers Association
- Real Estate Lawyers Association of Nova Scotia
Services
Litigation
Our litigation practice handles complex legal disputes in Nova Scotia courts. We represent clients in commercial, insurance, and construction-related litigation matters. Our attorneys combine trial experience with strategic case management to achieve favorable outcomes through both courtroom advocacy and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Employment Law
We provide comprehensive employment law services for employers and employees. Our practice covers wrongful dismissal claims, workplace policies, and labor relations. We offer strategic advice on employment contracts and represent clients in labor board proceedings and employment-related litigation matters.
Mediation
Our mediation services offer cost-effective alternatives to traditional litigation. Attorneys have completed advanced training through the Harvard Negotiation Project Model. We help clients resolve commercial, insurance, and employment disputes through structured negotiation processes that maintain business relationships while protecting legal rights.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions for individuals and businesses. Our services include property transfers, title examinations, and real estate financing. Recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada, we provide expert guidance on property development and land use regulations in Nova Scotia.
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice serves businesses of all sizes with formation, governance, and transactional matters. We assist with corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys provide practical legal solutions for ongoing business operations and commercial contract negotiations.
People
William Mahody
Partner
Experienced litigator with extensive court appearances in Nova Scotia Supreme Court and Court of Appeal. Specializes in insurance, commercial, and employment law matters. Completed advanced negotiation training through Harvard Negotiation Project Model. Active in community organizations and sports coaching.
J. Washington
Partner
Recognized real estate law expert with Best Lawyers in Canada listing since 2013. Handles property transactions, corporate matters, and estate planning. Active volunteer in minor sports associations. Holds LIANS Auditor certification for real property practice.
Shane McCracken
Associate
Civil litigation and employment law attorney with experience in commercial disputes and administrative law. Graduated from Dalhousie University with focus on labor law. Previously worked at regional law firms and Nova Scotia Department of Labour. Active in community organizations.
Christine Murray
Associate
Corporate and regulatory law attorney with public and private sector experience. Handles civil litigation, employment matters, and governance issues. Former in-house counsel for municipal government. Active community volunteer with experience in multiple legal practice areas.
Questions
What areas of law does Washington & Mahody specialize in?
We specialize in litigation, labor and employment law, real estate, corporate law, and estate planning. Our boutique focus allows us to provide expert representation in these core practice areas without conflicts of interest.
How does your firm handle complex legal disputes?
Our attorneys use a combination of courtroom experience and alternative dispute resolution methods. We develop customized strategies for each case, focusing on efficient resolution while maintaining strong advocacy throughout the legal process.
What makes your firm different from larger law practices?
Our boutique structure allows personalized service and avoids conflicts of interest common in multi-service firms. We maintain direct client communication and dedicate our full resources to litigation, labor, and employment law matters.
Do you handle both business and individual client matters?
Yes, we represent corporations, institutions, and individuals across our practice areas. Our experience spans from multinational companies to private citizens in commercial disputes, employment issues, and property transactions.
What professional credentials do your attorneys hold?
Our lawyers maintain membership in the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society and other specialized organizations. We have Best Lawyers in Canada recognition, LIANS Auditor certification, and advanced negotiation training from the Harvard Negotiation Project Model.
Reviews (1)
Harlene Wiseman
Mar 26, 2021
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This firm has handled all our real estate needs with ease , proficiency and speed. I highly reccommended them.
