Queen’s Marque
600-1741 Lower Water Street
Halifax, N.S.
B3J 0J2
William takes a practical approach to client issues that encompasses not only legal matters but holistically addresses the challenges faced by both unionized and non-unionized employers of all ranges. Throughout his practice, Will has addressed:
- Performance management and discipline
- Termination, severance, and claims of wrongful dismissal
- Union applications for certification and collective bargaining
- Labour relations, grievances, and arbitrations
- Employment and contractor agreements, policies, and procedures
Education & Career
Education
Dalhousie University Schulich School of Law, JD, 2020
Acadia University, BKin, 2016
Activities
Pro-bono, Accès Justice Access (Legal Information Centre), 2018
Vice president academic, Student Animal Law Association, Schulich School of Law, 2018
Pro-bono, Dalhousie Student Advocacy Service, 2018
Pro-bono, Atlantic Refugee and Immigration Services, 2017 – 2018
Accolades
Lorne O. Clarke Prize in Dispute Resolution
Alistair Fraser Award for Excellence in Contracts
Acadia University Scholar
Recipient, George Wilbert Cox Cup and Medal
Two-time recipient, Student/Athlete Community Service Award
Two-time Russ Jackson National Award Finalist
Thought Leadership
Nova Scotia relaunches Paid Sick Leave Program
January 12, 2022
Retailer’s mandatory mask mandate – no discrimination based on disability or religious belief
December 30, 2021
Work life balance and ban on non-competes – changes to laws in Ontario
December 17, 2021