Sarah Campbell

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Halifax's legal landscape, Sarah shines as a distinguished partner at our firm, boasting an illustrious career in business law that commenced in 2001. Her legal acumen spans a comprehensive array of services, including guiding corporate clients through the complexities of mergers and acquisitions, secured transactions, and a myriad of commercial law intricacies. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the legalities involved, she expertly navigates lenders and borrowers alike through the nuances of financing transactions.

Sarah's legal proficiency extends to the realms of corporate law, corporate reorganizations, and meticulous succession planning, further complemented by her adeptness in taxation matters pertinent to her sphere of practice. Her versatility is underscored by an expansive industry experience that covers sectors as diverse as sleep health, automotive, and fisheries, reflecting her commitment to grasping the essence of her clients' operations to provide tailored, strategic advice.

As a pivotal figure within the firm, Sarah spearheads the McInnes Cooper’s Promotion of Women (POW) group, exemplifying her dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive professional environment. Her affiliations are extensive, including memberships in the Canadian Bar Association, the Canadian Tax Foundation, Nova Scotia’s Barristers’ Society, and the Law Society of Prince Edward Island, showcasing her broad engagement with the legal community.

In her role as a dedicated community leader, Sarah serves as the Vice-Chair of the King’s-Edgehill School’s board of governors, and has previously held the position of director at the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation. Her leadership prowess was further demonstrated through her tenure as chair of the Canadian Bar Association (Nova Scotia) Business Law Section and its Legislation and Law Committee, alongside her contributions as a director with the Nova Scotia Agricultural College Transition Board.

Sarah's commitment to education and professional development is evident in her past role as a part-time instructor at Dalhousie University, and her ongoing participation in business and tax conferences throughout the Atlantic provinces. Her academic foundation is robust, with a B.A. in Economics from the University of Guelph (1995) and an LL.B. from Dalhousie University (2000), complemented by completing the In-depth Tax Course (Parts I, II, and III) at the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA).

Her legal practice is authorized by the Bar Admissions in Nova Scotia (2001) and Prince Edward Island (2012), and she conducts her professional affairs in English. Sarah's career is adorned with accolades, appointments, and active community involvement, marking her as a distinguished figure in the legal domain, whose expertise and dedication to her profession and community continue to leave an indelible mark.