Atherton Nicholson, Barristers and Solicitors is a small firm of trial lawyers located in downtown Dartmouth. Patrick Atherton has been practicing exclusively in the area of criminal law and has represented clients facing a full range of criminal matters. Tanya Nicholson has been practicing exclusively in the area of family law and offers her clients a wide range of legal services so that each family law problem has a unique strategy. Call our team of trusted lawyers, learn more about their backgrounds and get legal advice for your legal issues today!

In late 2015, G. Michael Owen joined Atherton Nicholson and brought with him a wealth of experience and a diverse practice. Michelle James joined the firm in May 2016, starting a new practice as a criminal defense lawyer after more than 14 years as a senior crown attorney. Beth Newton also joined the practice in May 2016, bringing her expertise in family law and dedication to client service. She practices in family law, wills and estates law and civil litigation. David R. Dalrymple joined the firm in May 2014, with the intent of building a practice in family, criminal and civil litigation. David’s background in engineering allows him to bring attention to detail to all legal problems. more... See more text