Philip Chapman, LL.M.
Email:
phil.chapman@ritchdurnford.com
Phone: 902-429-3400 ext 326
Education: Dalhousie Law School (1982) and received his LL.M. in 1988
Called to the Bar: Newfoundland (1982) and Nova Scotia (1989)
Profile: Philip has strong experience in litigation and has acted in a variety of different
claims including casualty, property, product liability, commercial liability, construction, and professional negligence.
Phil's practice is focused on litigation and insurance defence. He has been retained by a number of
national and international insurers. He is a frequent speaker on various areas of insurance and
environmental law, and enjoys dealing with complex litigation and coverage issues.
Areas of Practice:
Insurance defence
General litigation
Admiralty and marine
Professional Activities:
Nova Scotia Barristers' Society , Member
Canadian Bar Association, member
Canadian Litigation Council