About Derek

Derek Sonnichsen joined the firm in October 2017 after completing his articles in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. He grew up in Dartmouth and earned both his undergraduate and law degrees at Dalhousie University. His practice is divided between criminal defence and family law matters, including divorce, child care arrangements and impaired driving charges. He was called to the Nova Scotia Bar in 2017.

Education & credentials

Law school
Dalhousie University
Undergraduate
Dalhousie University

Listing compiled from public sources in July 2026. Confirm Derek Sonnichsen’s licence and standing in the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society directory ↗