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Jeff Mitchell

Halifax, NS

Jeff is the owner of NOVA Injury Law. His firm was created to assist injury victims and disabled workers with their legal claims. Before launching NOVA Injury Law, Jeff worked for a large regional firm in the area of insurance law before moving to a plaintiff-side personal injury boutique. NOVA Injury Law is known as an honest, responsive, and medically-focused law firm committed to its clients. Born in Halifax, Jeff attended Saint Mary’s University and completed an honours degree in Criminology. During his time at Saint Mary’s, Jeff founded the SMU Community Development Initiative Levy, a student-backed fund providing seed funds to local community-oriented projects. Since graduating, Jeff has coached the University’s legal case debating society. Jeff was awarded a Saint Mary’s University Alumni of the Year award in 2015. Jeff completed his legal training at Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto. While at Osgoode Hall, Jeff participated in various pro bono projects, including the Legal Aid Clinic and the Medico-Legal Society of Toronto. The latter, a joint effort between doctors and lawyers to ensure quality patient care, brought Jeff before the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board, where he represented clients who were victims of unprofessional or negligent treatment by a physician. In addition to his pro bono efforts, Jeff was the leader of the Law School’s Academic Student Government and vice-chair of the Faculty Council. Upon graduation, he was awarded the Osgoode Hall Gold Key Prize. NOVA Injury Law launched when Jeff realized that personal injury victims were being underserved. Serious injury victims were not able to get timely or accurate medical advice paired with experienced legal advice. The firm was quickly known as the doctor-lawyer law firm as clients would often find themselves on calls with Jeff and his wife, Dr. Laura Mitchell. Dr. Mitchell, a practicing Emergency Physician with specialty training in occupational medicine provided the missing ingredient for injury victims managing their limitations and newfound life challenges. Since 2016, NOVA Injury Law has continued to expand from its original desk in a shared office space. Now, the firm operates in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfound & Labrador. Jeff has dedicated his practice to fighting for injury victims. You’ll feel his passion for what he does when you meet him at the office or on a phone call. As the leader of the firm, Jeff handles complex and serious injury cases while guiding the firm’s growth. NOVA Injury Law’s mission is to help as many injury victims in Atlantic Canada as possible - because they need help from talented and passionate legal team to get fair results.

Joseph E. Cantini

Joseph E. Cantini is the founder and partner of CLG Injury Law. He enjoys solving complex problems, and found his passion in law, dedicating his career to fighting for injured people against insurance companies and big business. For over 35 years, Mr. Cantini has focused on personal injury law, demonstrating significant expertise in handling complex injury cases with particular experience in traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases. Mr. Cantini graduated from McGill University and the University of New Brunswick Law School. He was called to the bar in 1987. Mr. Cantini has lectured on civil litigation for the Bar Admission Program and has written numerous articles on personal injury and litigation strategy. Mr. Cantini is a recipient of several awards and recognized by peer review publications including AV Preeminent Top Rated Lawyers; Expert Network - Distinguished Lawyers; LexisNexis Highly Rated in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards; and Lawyers of Distinction. Additionally, Cantini has been on several local boards including Past President of the Moncton Boys and Girls Club. Other activities include being a volunteer and avid supporter of minor sports. He also enjoy biking, hiking and skiing.

Jamie MacGillivray

Halifax, NS

Jamie has practiced personal injury and insurance law since 1994, and exclusively since 1999. He is the principal and founder of MacGillivray Law which is now one of the region’s leading Plaintiff personal injury practices and the largest in Atlantic Canada. Jamie has extensive trial experience with 39 entries for decisions in the CanLii case law database. Jamie is “Lexpert Ranked” for being Repeatedly Recommended, and has been recognized by his peers as a “Leading Practitioner” in the field of personal injury litigation. Jamie has an interest in using litigation to help fight industry practices that are destructive to the environment, and to provide a check and balance against the increasing power of multi-national corporations and the concentration of wealth and power in an increasingly small number of people. Jamie believes that this is what Plaintiff personal injury law is really about, and that it can help be part of the solution. Repeatedly recommended as a leading lawyer by a peer survey conducted by the Canadian Legal Expert Directory since 2011. Jamie lives in Stellarton with his wife and children and enjoys practicing a healthy lifestyle that includes various forms of exercise in his spare time.

Nicolle A. Snow

Halifax, NS

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.

Jennifer Garagan

Jennifer Garagan has over a decade of experience in the practice of Personal Injury law and Insurance litigation. Her practice includes claims arising from motor vehicle accidents and disability policy denials. She focuses on protecting her clients’ legal rights so that they may focus on healing and putting their life back together. Jennifer is a three-time graduate of Dalhousie University, having completed her law degree there in 2009. She became a partner at CLG Injury Law in 2019. She is a member of the Law Society of Nova Scotia, the Law Society of New Brunswick, the Canadian Bar Society and the Atlantic Provincial Trial Lawyers Association. Jennifer gives back to the community as president of a not-for-profit society and by sitting on provincial Boards. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys spending time outdoors with her partner, three children and standard poodle.

Adam Crocker

Halifax, NS

Adam Crocker was born and raised in the scenic town of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. His path to becoming a dedicated personal injury lawyer is rooted in a love for helping others and a strong sense of community. Adam’s academic journey reflects his diverse interests and intellectual curiosity. He earned both a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Memorial University of Newfoundland. This unique combination of analytical and creative skills paved the way for his legal career. Adam went on to obtain his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Victoria in British Columbia, where he developed a passion for litigation and advocacy. Professionally, Adam has extensive experience in litigation across a range of cases. He began his career at a general practice firm, honing his skills in litigation for five years. Adam then spent eight years as a sole practitioner, focusing on personal injury law and advocating for individuals navigating the complexities of recovery and compensation. In 2024, Adam joined NOVA Injury Law, where he continues to bring compassion, determination, and expertise to his work as a personal injury lawyer. His career includes notable cases that underscore his commitment to achieving justice for his clients. Adam is happily married and the proud father of three children, who inspire him to bring his best to every aspect of his life. When Adam isn’t in the courtroom or advocating for his clients, he enjoys immersing himself in his community and spending quality time with his family. A true Newfoundlander at heart, he appreciates the outdoors, storytelling, and a good laugh.