For over 50 years, BOYNECLARKE has been more than a law firm.
Growing Without Losing Our Way
Since 1972, we’ve grown from a small Dartmouth practice into one of the region’s largest law firms while holding onto what matters most: the relationships we build and the trust we earn.
Our people still coach local teams, volunteer at food banks, and take time to listen. We’re proud to be part of the community, not just a business within it.
Built on Lasting Values
Our founders believed that respect, integrity, and genuine care should be at the heart of legal practice. Five decades later, these values still guide how we work with clients and each other.
We chose Dartmouth as our home, just across the harbour from Halifax, because it keeps us grounded in the community we serve. To us, our Dartmouth office is more than a location. It’s where we’ve built lasting relationships with the families and businesses who’ve trusted us through generations.
Rooted in Nova Scotia, Focused on Your Needs
From our Dartmouth office, we serve clients across Canada who require legal services in Nova Scotia. Our reach extends throughout the province, from the HRM and other major cities to rural communities.
We also have lawyers called to the bar in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador, which allows us to offer select legal services outside Nova Scotia.
This regional reach gives us insight into each province’s legal landscape and business environment. Since 2003, our TAGLaw® membership has connected us with a global network of independent law firms that share our commitment to quality and personal service.
How We Work
One Team: Our lawyers work together across practice areas, bringing collective knowledge to every matter.
Modern Approach: We use technology to make legal services more accessible while keeping the personal attention that defines us.
Community First: We live where we work. When winter storms hit, we’re digging out together. When local charities need support, we’re there.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
We’re working toward a more sustainable future through practical choices that reflect our values. We’ve eliminated single-use plastics in our office, support public transit for our staff, and work in a BOMA BEST certified building. These aren’t just policies. They’re reflections of what our people care about.
Looking Forward
As our community grows and changes, we continue to evolve with it. New industries emerge, neighbourhoods expand, and legal needs shift. Through it all, we remain committed to professional excellence and genuine personal care.
We’re large enough to handle complex matters and small enough to remember why you came to us. Most importantly, we never forget that behind every file is a person who deserves respect, understanding, and our full attention.
Careers at BOYNECLARKE
Whether you’re a new law graduate, an experienced lawyer, or a support professional, we offer real work-life balance and a friendly, supportive workplace. Our team enjoys competitive pay, health benefits, and paid volunteer time for causes that matter to them.