Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Ottawa
Founded in 1969, Nelligan Law has grown to become one of Ottawa's largest local law firms with over 55 lawyers and 50 administrative professionals. Our expertise spans multiple practice areas, allowing us to guide clients through pivotal life moments with professionalism and empathy. We prioritize client needs by combining legal excellence with a collaborative team approach, ensuring personalized solutions for complex legal challenges.Our commitment to transparency extends to fee structures and strategic advice, empowering clients to make informed decisions. Recognized as a top employer in the National Capital Region, we maintain strong community ties through diversity initiatives and local advocacy efforts. While our profession is the law, our mission remains peace of mind for every client we serve.
Services
Business Law
Construction Law
Employment Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Insurance Law
Intellectual Property
Litigation
Real Estate Law
Personal Injury
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined legal experience across 15+ practice areas
- Our team includes 55 lawyers recognized as leaders in their fields
- We implement a collaborative team approach for comprehensive legal solutions
- We maintain transparent fee structures and ethical business practices
- We have been recognized as National Capital Region Top Employers for 2023-2024
What people say
Skilled lawyer
Excellent service
Commendable professionalism
Outstanding support
Expert guidance
Services
Business Law
Our business lawyers provide strategic legal solutions for commercial transactions, corporate governance, and business disputes. We assist clients with mergers and acquisitions, franchise agreements, and regulatory compliance. Our team offers tailored advice for business formation, contract negotiations, and risk management strategies.
Employment Law
We represent employees and employers in workplace matters including severance packages, human rights issues, and employment contracts. Our services cover workplace investigations, discrimination claims, and compliance with employment standards legislation across Ontario.
Estate Planning
Our estate lawyers help clients create comprehensive estate plans through wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents. We provide guidance on probate processes, estate administration, and resolving inheritance disputes while ensuring compliance with Ontario succession laws.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division. Our team focuses on achieving amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing for litigation when necessary to protect client interests.
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for injuries from accidents, medical malpractice, or workplace incidents. Our services include negotiating with insurance companies, calculating damages, and litigating cases to secure fair settlements for our clients.
People
John P. Nelligan
Founder
Co-founder of Nelligan Law with over 50 years of legal experience in corporate law and community development. Instrumental in establishing Ottawa's legal framework for business transactions.
Denis Power
Co-Founder
Pioneering partner who joined the firm in 1963 and helped establish its reputation for excellence in litigation and dispute resolution. Recognized for contributions to legal education in Ontario.
Craig O'Brien
Partner
Experienced business lawyer specializing in mergers and acquisitions with 25+ years of expertise in corporate governance and international business law.
Janice Payne
Partner
Leading employment law expert with extensive experience representing both employees and employers in complex workplace disputes and human rights matters.
Frances Shapiro-Munn
Partner
Renowned estates lawyer specializing in complex probate matters and estate litigation with particular expertise in cross-border inheritance issues.
Questions
What areas of law does Nelligan O'Brien Payne specialize in?
We offer comprehensive legal services across 15+ practice areas including business law, family law, employment law, estate planning, personal injury, and real estate law.
How quickly can I expect a response from your legal team?
We commit to responding to all inquiries within 24 hours through our dedicated client intake system.
Do you offer initial legal consultations?
Yes, we provide free 20-minute workplace rights consultations and offer tailored initial assessments for other legal matters.
What makes your law firm different from others in Ottawa?
Our combination of local expertise, collaborative team approach, and commitment to transparent legal services distinguishes us as a top-tier Ottawa law firm.
How do you handle conflict of interest situations?
We maintain rigorous conflict checking protocols to ensure we can always provide unbiased legal representation to our clients.
Can I access legal resources online?
Yes, our website provides extensive legal resources including blog posts, guides, and downloadable materials on various practice areas.
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