About Matthew

Matthew Hack first joined MacGillivray Law as a summer research analyst before articling under founder Jamie MacGillivray, becoming an associate in 2020 and a partner in 2024. He has represented clients at all levels of court in Nova Scotia and previously worked as a legislative aide in the House of Commons. He served three years on the executive of the Pictou County Barristers' Society and was appointed to the Motor Vehicle Appeal Board for Nova Scotia. He holds an LLB with Honours from University College London and an LLM with Merit from Queen Mary University of London, and was called to the Nova Scotia bar in 2020.

Practice areas

Education & credentials

Law school
University College London
Undergraduate
Carleton University, B.A. (Hons.)
Other degrees
LL.M with Merit, Queen Mary University of London

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