Stewart McKelvey

Stewart McKelvey is the largest regional law firm in Atlantic Canada and the first. It has an international reputation for delivering results. The Firm has become one of the 20 largest in Canada. We have been leaders in the legal industry for our clients in Atlantic Canada, the US, and the world. In 2020, Stewart McKelvey marked 30 years as a Regional Firm and took a moment to reflect on our rich history, celebrate milestones, honor past and current employees, and express gratitude to all who have been part of this journey. The narrative was done by Ken McCullough K.C., a Saint John Partner. We handle commercial shipping by representing owners, charterers, and insurers and also service providers. Our firm also advises on commercial and recreational vessel acquisition, sale, finance, and chartering. Contract drafting and negotiation involving charter parties, construction and repair contracts, as well as supply and service contracts, can result in commercial disputes that may require domestic or international arbitration. Our team also deals with insurance issues related to marine vessels, such as protection and indemnity coverages, ship hull, machinery, pollution and cargo insurances, and builders' risks and repairer liability. We offer accident response services, including fire, collision, salvage, and pollution. Protection by offering legal advice to port authorities and terminal operators. Fisheries, including offshore, coastal, inland, and aquaculture.