Ritch Williams & Richards (RWR) is a mid-sized law firm in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia, with roots dating to the late 1940s. The firm advises insurers, ship owners and carriers, employers and local businesses, focusing on insurance defence, insurance subrogation and marine matters. It has been recognized on multiple occasions as one of Atlantic Canada's best places to work.

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This firm’s lawyers at a glance

Called to the bar
1997–2026 · median 5 years in practice 10 of 11 lawyers
Law schools
Dalhousie University (3), Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University (3), University of New Brunswick Faculty of Law (2), Dalhousie Law School, University of New Brunswick, University of Ottawa 11 of 11 lawyers
Languages on the roster
English, French

Where to find them

Scotia Square, 5201 Duke Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1N9

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Listing compiled from the firm’s public website in July 2026. Verify licence status in the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society directory ↗