A History of Solving Problems and Protecting your Interests
MDW Law was founded in 2008 by Mary Jane McGinty, a well-known family lawyer, who opened her own firm, McGinty Law, in downtown Halifax. Over the next few years, the firm grew by adding several associates and building a strong reputation for exceptional client service.
In 2012, Angela Walker joined McGinty Law as the firm expanded, and by 2013, Angela and her business partner purchased the firm from Mary Jane, who remained as counsel. With the continued growth of the practice, the firm moved to a larger office on the third floor of Park Lane Terraces in 2014.
In 2015, Tara Miller joined the firm as a partner to lead its personal injury practice, adding her expertise in client-focused legal services. That same year, the firm rebranded as MDW Law.
The firm expanded further with the addition of Laura Kanaan to the partnership in 2018 and a new office in Bedford to serve more clients. In 2021, MDW Law purchased and renovated a building in the North end of Halifax, and in 2022, moved into its permanent office at 5755 Young Street. In 2025, MDW Law purchased a building in downtown Dartmouth with that office to open in April 2025.
In 2024, MDW Law celebrated one of its founders’ appointment to the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia (Family Division) as a judge. The firm’s team includes experienced family lawyers like Mary Jane McGinty, Kim Johnson, and Leigh Davis, along with a dedicated group of associates. In addition to the human faces of the office, there are several furry faces that often make an appearance, offering informal “therapy-dog” services to anyone who wants them.
Throughout its growth, MDW Law has remained committed to providing outstanding client service, ensuring clients feel supported and well-guided through their legal matters.
