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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 1st 2023
 
At [Leading Law Firm], we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients, visitors, and users of our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial legislation.
 
1. Collection of Personal Information
We may collect personal information directly from you when you communicate with us, engage our legal services, or visit our website. The types of personal information we may collect include but are not limited to:
– Contact information (such as name, address, email address, and phone number)
– Identification information (such as date of birth, social insurance number, and driver’s license)
– Financial information (such as payment details and billing information)
– Employment information (such as current or previous employment details)
– Legal and case-related information relevant to your matter
 
2. Use of Personal Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
– Providing legal services and advice
– Managing client relationships and communication
– Administering and processing payments for legal services rendered
– Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
– Conducting internal business operations and improving our services
– Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional materials with your consent
 
3. Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:
– To third-party service providers and business partners who assist us in delivering legal services and operating our business (e.g., IT service providers, payment processors)
– As required or authorized by law, including to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal process
– With your consent, to other parties in connection with a legal matter or transaction
 
4. Retention of Personal Information
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as required by law, and as necessary to protect our legal rights and interests.
 
5. Security Measures
We take reasonable and appropriate measures to safeguard personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include the use of secure physical and electronic storage systems, restricted access to personal information, and the implementation of technical safeguards.
 
6. Website Analytics and Cookies
Our website may use cookies and other similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and enhance your user experience. This may include collecting your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage patterns. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
 
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements. You may also withdraw your consent for certain uses of your personal information by contacting us.
 
8. Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our information practices. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
 
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our privacy practices or this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the following information:
[Leading Law Firm]
Address: [839 Aberdeen Street Fredericton, NB E3B 1S9​]
Phone: [506-444-6555 ]
Email: [contact@leadinglaw.ca]
 

By accessing our website, engaging our legal services, or providing your personal information to us, you signify your consent to the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy.

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Maddison A.
Smith

Lawyer

Maddison was born and raised in Fredericton, New Brunswick. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Dalhousie University in  2017 and her L.L.B. from the University of Sussex in 2020.

Maddison completed her articles with Peters Rouse. She was called to the New Brunswick Bar in June 2022. Her practice areas include family law, wills and estates, civil litigation and personal injury.

Email: masmith@leadinglaw.ca

Olivia L.
Frigault

Lawyer

Olivia was born and raised in Bathurst, New Brunswick. She earned her Bachelor of Arts, Honours in Psychology at the University of New Brunswick in 2019. She also obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of New Brunswick in 2022 and was called to the bar in June 2023.

Olivia articled at the Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors Advocate where she primarily focused on youth criminal justice and mental health. She joined Leading Law in July 2023 after being called to the bar. Her practice areas include personal injury, civil litigation, family law, wills and estates, and real estate. Olivia is fluently bilingual, having completed her public education in the francophone school system.

Outside the office, Olivia enjoys playing soccer, reading, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family and friends

Email: olfrigault@leadinglaw.ca

 

Emma W.E.
Ogilvie

Lawyer

Born and raised in Fredericton, Emma graduated from St. Thomas University with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Criminology in 2013. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of New Brunswick in 2020.

Emma joined Peters Rouse in 2019 as a law student and ultimately completed her articles with the firm in 2021. She was called to the New Brunswick bar in June 2021.

Emma’s primary area of practice is family law, including divorce, separation, cohabitation agreements, parenting time, and child support.  She also has experience with wills and estates, as well as real estate law. 

Outside of the office, Emma enjoys coaching cheerleading and spending time with her husband and daughter.

Email: ewogilvie@leadinglaw.ca

Maria M.
Conroy

Lawyer

With roots from the Ottawa Valley, Maria now calls Fredericton home. Maria was called to the Bar in 2011 in Ontario, 2016 in New Brunswick and 2018 in Nova Scotia. Maria holds a BSocSc. (University of Ottawa, 2007), LL.B. (University of Leicester, 2009), and LL.M. (Osgoode Hall, 2011). She is currently completing her second Master’s degree (MBA) at UNB Fredericton where she studies part-time.

With extensive experience in various areas of law, Maria is primarily engaged in the practice of family law. She offers clients various forms of dispute resolution, including collaborative law, mediation, and litigation. Maria is a contract instructor with the faculty of Law at UNB Fredericton where she teaches Family Law. She also teaches the Introduction to Family Violence course offered at UNB through the Muriel McQueen Fergusson Centre for Family Violence Research. Maria sits on the board of directors for the YMCA of Fredericton.

Email: mmconroy@leadinglaw.ca

Assistant: Katelyn Porter

Tel: 506-444-6555

Fax: 506-444-6550

Grant M.
Ogilvie, K.C.

Lawyer

A native of Petitcodiac, Grant was called to the Bar in 1988 and has been practising in Fredericton ever since. He has appeared at all levels of court within the province of New Brunswick. Some of his professional affiliations include the Canadian Bar Association, the York-Sunbury Law Society, and the Law Society of New Brunswick.

In his spare time, Grant enjoys driving his motorcycle and he has been extensively involved in Shotokan Karate for over 30 years.

His practice has come to involve all aspects of family law, including divorce, the drafting of separation agreements and cohabitation agreements, as well as dealing with issues of adoption, custody, access, child support, and spousal support. Although he specializes in family law, he also has extensive experience with other practice areas, including labour and employment, real estate, contracts, personal injury, criminal law, wills, estates, and trusts.

Email: gmogilvie@leadinglaw.ca

Assistant: Catherine McLaughlin

Tel: 506-444-6555

Fax: 506-444-6550

Jennifer L. Hanson

Partner

Jennifer was born and raised in the Acadian community of Wedgeport in Nova Scotia. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from l’Université de Moncton in 2009 and her Juris Doctor from that same university in 2012.

 Jennifer began working at Peters Rouse during the summer of 2011, continued to work with the firm during her final year of law school, and completed her articles. Jennifer was called to the Bar in June 2013 when she joined Peters Rouse as an associate.

 Jennifer is fluently bilingual, having completed her education in French. She is a member of the Association des Juristes d’expression française du Nouveau-Brunswick.

 Jennifer is specializing in family law, more specifically divorce, separation, cohabitation agreements, custody, and child support. She also has experience in personal injury, civil litigation, real estate law, wills, and estates.

 

Email: jlhanson@leadinglaw.ca

 

Assistant: Haley Stavert

Tel: 506-444-6555

Fax: 506-444-6550

D. Andrew Rouse, K.C

Partner

Born and raised in Fredericton, Andrew was called to the Bar in 1986 after completing his education at the University of New Brunswick (BBA 1982, LLB 1985).

Andrew enjoys playing tennis and golf and has been involved with numerous local charities and organizations over the years. Some of his professional affiliations include the Canadian Bar Association, the York-Sunbury Law Society, and the Law Society of New Brunswick.

Andrew has extensive experience with civil litigation, income tax litigation, personal injury, employment matters, insurance litigation, real estate litigation, wills & estates.

Direct Line: 506-444-6581

Assistant: Kelly Constantine

Tel: 506-444-6571

Fax: 506-444-6550

Robert J. Peters

Partner

Born in Fredericton, New Brunswick and a member of the New Brunswick Bar since 1971, Robert is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg (BA 1968) and the University of New Brunswick (LLB 1971).

He has extensive experience in all courts within the province. Some of his professional affiliations include the Canadian Bar Association, the York-Sunbury Law Society, and the Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association. Robert enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending his summers in Upper Hampstead.

Robert’s practice areas include real estate, wills, trusts and estates, personal injury litigation, commercial litigation, corporate and commercial, construction law, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, and debtor and creditor.

Direct Line: 506-444-6580

Email: rjpeters@leadinglaw.ca

 

Assistant: Carrie MacAllister

Tel: 506-444-6586

Fax: 506-444-6550