Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner on the South Shore
Chester Law has been a trusted legal partner on the South Shore since 1961, serving communities from Bridgewater to Halifax. Our team of experienced lawyers, including partners like Samuel R. Lamey, K.C., and Joshua E. Bryson, provides comprehensive legal solutions across personal injury, family law, real estate, and corporate matters. We combine small-town compassion with big-city expertise, maintaining a legacy of excellence while adapting to modern legal challenges.Our firm's deep roots in Chester and affiliations with the Nova Scotia Barristers Society and Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association underscore our commitment to local and professional standards. We prioritize client communication, tailoring services to individual needs while upholding rigorous ethical and professional standards. With a history of handling complex cases and a focus on community engagement, we deliver reliable, results-driven legal representation.
Services
Personal Injury
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Corporate Law
Wills & Estates
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience serving South Shore communities.
- Our team includes certified experts like King's Counsel partners.
- We offer personalized legal solutions tailored to local needs.
- No fee unless you collect for personal injury claims.
- Our lawyers are affiliated with leading legal professional organizations.
Associations and certifications
- Nova Scotia Barristers Society
- Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association
- Real Estate Lawyers Association of Nova Scotia
- Lunenburg County Barristers Society
- Western Counties Barristers Society
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases from motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death. Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis to ensure accessible legal support. We handle insurance disputes and pursue fair compensation for injuries including brain trauma, spinal cord damage, and chronic pain.
Real Estate Law
Our firm handles residential and commercial real estate transactions including subdivisions, waterfront properties, and land migrations. We ensure legally sound processes for buying, selling, and transferring property while addressing tax and contractual implications. Our team serves clients from initial agreements through closing.
Family Law
We resolve family law matters including divorce, child support, parenting time, and marriage contracts. Our team handles contested and uncontested cases with a focus on minimizing conflict while protecting client interests. We provide guidance on decision-making responsibilities and enforcement of court orders.
Corporate Law
We assist businesses with incorporations, partnership agreements, commercial leases, and corporate restructuring. Our services cover employment contracts, shareholder agreements, and business dissolution. We tailor legal strategies to meet specific business needs while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Wills & Estates
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, powers of attorney, and personal directives. Our services ensure clear asset distribution, designate decision-makers for medical and financial matters, and prevent administrative complications. We address family law intersections and provide peace of mind for future planning.
People
Samuel R. Lamey
Partner
With decades of experience, Samuel R. Lamey specializes in litigation and corporate law. He provides strategic legal counsel while maintaining a strong courtroom presence. His practice focuses on complex business disputes and personal injury cases.
Joshua E. Bryson
Partner
Joshua E. Bryson handles real estate transactions and corporate matters. He advises businesses on structuring and compliance while representing clients in property purchases and sales across the South Shore region.
Derek R. Schnare
Partner
Derek R. Schnare specializes in family law and estate planning. He helps clients navigate divorce proceedings, child support arrangements, and will preparation with sensitivity and legal precision.
Jodi D. Mailman
Partner
Jodi D. Mailman focuses on personal injury claims and insurance disputes. She advocates for clients in motor vehicle accident cases and wrongful death claims, working on a contingency fee basis to ensure access to justice.
Derek M. Wells
Counsel
Derek M. Wells provides senior legal counsel with expertise in litigation and corporate law. His experience spans complex legal disputes and business transactions, offering strategic guidance to corporate and individual clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Chester Law specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, real estate transactions, corporate law, and estate planning. Our team handles cases from initial consultation through litigation when necessary.
How does Chester Law handle personal injury claims?
We work on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases, meaning no payment unless we win. We assist with motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and insurance disputes.
Do you serve clients outside Chester?
Yes, we serve communities across the South Shore including Bridgewater, Halifax, Lunenburg, and Hubbards for all our legal practice areas.
What experience does your team have?
Our lawyers include King's Counsel partners with decades of combined experience in litigation, corporate law, and family law, along with associates trained at Dalhousie University's Schulich School of Law.
How do you approach estate planning?
We create customized estate plans including wills, powers of attorney, and personal directives to ensure your wishes are honored while minimizing future legal complications.
