News & Events

Cox & Palmer is proud to announce that Stephanie Hickman, Partner in our St. John’s office, was recently inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers. The College recognizes lawyers who are known for their skill, experience, and high ethical and professional standards in the practice of construction law. Stephanie is consistently recognized for […]

Wayne Myles, QC, Counsel with Cox & Palmer, has been appointed Chair of the Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corporation (NLC) Board of Directors. The appointment was recently announced by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and was recommended through the Independent Appointments Commission. Wayne is a seasoned and highly-regarded commercial lawyer. He has a broad range […]

Cox & Palmer is pleased to welcome Carolyn Wong, CPA, as its Chief Operating Officer for New Brunswick. Carolyn brings over 16 years of experience working in a professional services environment in Atlantic Canada and brings a wealth of knowledge to the firm. In her new role, Carolyn is a member of the Policy Board […]

Sandra R. Chaytor, QC, former partner with the St. John’s office of Cox & Palmer, has been appointed a judge of the Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador in Grand Bank. In addition to being a talented and dedicated litigator, Sandra has been a fearless leader, mentor, community member, and friend. […]

Cox & Palmer’s New Brunswick offices welcome our new and returning law students. Our student lawyers are the future of Cox & Palmer.  They bring enthusiasm and innovation that will shape our firm and our communities by achieving their potential through hands-on experience with a widely respected team of lawyers. We are committed to the […]

Cox & Palmer welcomes two new associates to the Halifax office. Introducing Margaret MacInnis and Guy Wellard. Margaret and Guy both join our corporate and commercial team. Margaret MacInnis completed her law degree at Dalhousie University and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2012 and the Nova Scotia bar in 2017.  Her recent experience includes acting as […]

Cox & Palmer is pleased to congratulate Stephen J. May, QC, on his appointment as Queen’s Counsel. Queen’s Counsel appointments are awarded each year to a select group of lawyers for their outstanding service, dedication and commitment to the legal profession. This appointment recognizes Stephen’s professional integrity, hard work ethic, and the high regard in which […]

Cox & Palmer is proud to share that our counsel, Wayne Myles, QC, was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Insolvency Institute of Canada (IIC). This directorship is a testament to Wayne’s experience and leadership in the Canadian insolvency and restructuring community. The IIC is Canada’s premiere private sector insolvency organization, dedicated to promoting excellence […]

Cox & Palmer congratulates their counsel, Loretta Manning, Q.C. on her recent appointment as Queen’s Counsel. The Queen’s Counsel designation is awarded each year to a select group of lawyers for their outstanding service, dedication and commitment to the legal profession in Nova Scotia. Loretta’s practice focuses on health law and medical defence, including acting as […]