OUR LAWYERS
MEREDITH S. MACLEOD
PARTNER
BIO
Meredith obtained her undergraduate degree in History from the University of Kings College, and her law degree from Dalhousie University. She has practiced law in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia since 2005.
Meredith practices primarily in the areas of real estate law, corporate/commercial law, and estate planning.
For several years Meredith has also worked with the Centre for Professional Legal Education, assuming various roles relating to the Nova Scotia Bar Admission Course. She currently serves on the Code of Professional Conduct Committee of the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society.
Meredith enjoys a quiet life in East Chester with her spouse, two greyhounds and a galgo.
EDUCATION
University of Kings College, B.A., 2000
Dalhousie University, LL.B., 2003
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
Lunenburg County Barristers' Association
TABITHA J. WEBBER
PARTNER
BIO
Tabitha is native to the South Shore and returned home after she completed her law degree. She attended Dalhousie University and the University of Victoria to complete her Bachelor of Science degree in 2004. In 2007, Tabitha received her Bachelor of Laws degree from Dalhousie University. She articled in Bridgewater and was called to the bar in 2008. Tabitha has continued to practice in Bridgewater since that time.
Tabitha's practice focuses primarily on family law, real estate law, corporate law and estate planning. She has recently been trained in collaborative family law and interest-based mediation.
Tabitha has served in several community groups over the years, both on the South Shore and beyond. She is currently vice president of the Lunenburg County Barristers' Association, executive member-at-large of the Association of Collaborative Family Law Professionals of Nova Scotia, and a facilitator of the Parent Information Program. In the past, Tabitha has served as past-chairperson of the United Way of Lunenburg County and as secretary of the Lunenburg County Barristers’ Association. She is a proud wife and mother and enjoys yoga, reading, baking and scrapbooking.
EDUCATION
B.Sc.(Psych.), Dalhousie University, 2004
LL.B., Dalhousie University, 2007
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
Lunenburg County Barristers' Association
Association of Collaborative Family Law Professionals of Nova Scotia
EDGAR J. BURNS
PARTNER
BIO
Public service and straightforward advice have always guided Edgar’s career. After articling and practicing corporate law, Edgar spent a few years working in Nova Scotia’s political world. Now he’s looking to put his experience to use for you, helping guide you through some of bigger moments in life such as buying a house, building your business, starting or ending a relationship or planning for your estate.
After growing up and attending University in Halifax, Edgar was drawn to the South Shore and made the move to West Northfield in November 2020. Aside from enjoying the country life, Edgar likes to spend his time gardening, tending to the chickens, and spending time with his young family.
EDUCATION
Juris Doctor, Dalhousie University, 2016
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Political Science) Dalhousie, 2012
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
Lunenburg County Barristers' Association
ANDREW R. FRASER
ASSOCIATE
BIO
Andrew was born and raised in the South Shore. He returned home after practicing law for nearly 15 years in Western Canada. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Alberta in 2006 and his Juris Doctor from Queen's University in 2009 before commencing his legal career in Edmonton, Alberta.
Andrew has a broad range of experience as a civil litigator, having handled a wide array of lawsuits across Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan, including collections, foreclosures, construction litigation, wrongful dismissals, human rights complaints, and all manner of commercial disputes.
Andrew is fluent in French and has a working knowledge of Mandarin. Outside of work, his main passions are music and martial arts.
EDUCATION
Baccalauréat ès Arts, University of Alberta (Campus Saint-Jean), 2006
Juris Doctor, Queen's University, 2009