WHO WE ARE
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GEOFF BUDDEN, K.C.
[email protected] Geoff is a well-known civil litigator with a record of success leading complex cases regarding governments and other large institutions. In 2013, he was part of the international legal team that was successful in obtaining $16.5 million in cash compensation for those who were molested as children by Christian Brothers of Ireland. Since 2018 he has represented the Muskrat Falls Concerned Citizens Coalition at the Muskrat Falls Inquiry. Geoff resides in St. John's with his family and has volunteered with organizations such as the Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Association, the St. John's Regional Library Board and the Avalon East School Board. Geoff received his honorary title of King's Counsel in January 2022. |
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WILL HISCOCK [email protected] Will combines his passion as an advocate for social justice and political issues with his skills in civil litigation. Will has been working with Geoff since 2010 and they have worked closely together on many cases. His practice has focused on representing car accident victims and the survivors of childhood sexual abuse. In pursuing your claim for compensation you can depend on Will to guide you through every step of the process and ensure that with dedication and strong advocacy, you will obtain the best compensation possible. |
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PAUL KENNEDY
[email protected] Since 2011, Paul has worked closely with survivors of abuse. Prior to joining Geoff in 2013, he developed his litigation skills as a staff solicitor with the Newfoundland and Labrador Legal Aid Commission. He has appeared as lead counsel for trials in the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador, General and Family Divisions. In 2013, Paul traveled with the Provincial Circuit Court to the Innu community of Natuashish, Labrador, and he has since developed a keen interest in Northern Affairs. If your determination is fixed, I do not counsel you to despair. Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. – Samuel Johnson |
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SCOTT LYNCH [email protected] Scott completed his articles at a small, full service law firm in St. John's and was called to the Bar in June, 2020. While articling, his work focused primarily on personal injury victims, those denied insurance benefits, and wrongful dismissal cases. While in law school, Scott volunteered with the Pro Bono Wills Project as well as the Dalhousie Student Advocacy Society. He has also volunteered with organizations such as Easter Seals. In working with Budden Hiscock Lawyers, Scott is firmly committed to fighting for those who have been wronged and are seeking just compensation. |
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KATHLEEN HEALEY [email protected] Kathleen completed her Bachelors of Law at Dalhousie University and her Master of Law at Osgoode Hall Law School. She has held positions with increasing responsibilities with the Newfoundland and Labrador's Department of Justice, including Crown Attorney, Senior Crown Attorney, and Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions. Kathleen has prosecuted many high profile crimes throughout Newfoundland and Labrador including abuse at Mount Cashel, other institutions and foster homes, as well as domestic violence and murder. Prior to joining Budden Hiscock Lawyers, Kathleen was also Legal Counsel on the Anti Organized Crime Team for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada, in Ontario. She appeared as the lead prosecutor for major crimes involving organized crime, money laundering, and terrorism. Kathleen's practice at Budden Hiscock Lawyers will focus on civil litigation and representing survivors of abuse and violence. |
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JENNIFER HELLEUR [email protected] Jennifer is an internationally trained lawyer who received her Bachelor of Laws in 2019 from the University of Leicester. Prior to law school, she earned a Bachelors of Science in Biological Anthropology from the University of Toronto, and a Masters of Science in Human Anatomy and Advanced Forensic Anthropology from the University of Dundee. She was awarded the Canadian Excellence entrance scholarship from the University of Leicester for her academic achievements in science. Jennifer was called to the Newfoundland & Labrador Bar in 2021. Her practice has a strong focus on litigating sexual abuse claims. She also has a special interest in medical malpractice, given her unique background in the medical sciences. At the heart of Jennifer’s practice is a commitment to building strong, trusting relationships with her clients. Recognizing that navigating a lawsuit can be overwhelming, Jennifer’s personalized, empathetic approach allows her clients to feel confident and fully informed from start to finish. |
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JAMES MAHER, K.C. [email protected] Jim received his Bachelor of Laws from the University of Western Ontario. He practiced for over 32 years with the provincial Department of Justice and Public Safety. As a Crown Attorney and Senior Crown Attorney, he prosecuted and supervised criminal cases in all levels of court in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. He has extensive experience prosecuting sexual assault and personal injury offences in the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador, General Division. As a Solicitor with the Civil Division of Justice and Public Safety, Jim focused on human rights and labour issues. In 2010, he received the honorary designation of King’s Counsel. Jim has been a long-time volunteer with the CNIB, including being a Chair of the NL Division Advisory Board and member of the National Board of Directors. In 2020, he received the CNIB’s Magill Distinguished Service Award. |
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AMELIA HARRIS [email protected] Amelia is a graduate of Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie where she completed her Juris Doctor in 2022 with a certificate in Criminal Justice and Aboriginal and Indigenous Law. Called to the bar in 2023, Amelia completed her articles with Budden Hiscock Lawyers and had the opportunity to work closely with all the members of the team in a variety of areas including personal injury files and sexual abuse litigation. Graduating from Concordia University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Amelia has a Graduate Diploma from Memorial University of Newfoundland where she did coursework in the Gender Studies Department. During law school, Amelia had the opportunity to spend a term working in the legal clinic at Dalhousie Legal Aid Service and volunteered with the Residential Tenancies Project and the Law Reform Commission of Nova Scotia. |
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LORI WAREHAM [email protected] Lori is called as a lawyer in both Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador. Before joining Budden Hiscock Lawyers she completed her articles at a firm in Halifax in 2022, and then clerked at the Federal Court of Appeal during the 2022-2023 year. Lori graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering in Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering in 2017 and subsequently completed graduate work in public policy in addition to working as a policy analyst with the Federal Government. She graduated in 2021 with her law degree from the University of New Brunswick. During law school Lori was on the dean's list, earned top marks in several courses, and received awards and scholarships. While at UNB she completed an internship with WorkSafeNB, won a prize for the top factum, nationally, at the Gale Moot 2020, and assisted community groups in pro bono legal projects. Lori continues to be an active volunteer with several organizations, including being a girl guide leader. Utilizing her diverse experiences, Lori brings a holistic, client-centered approach to her advocacy and practice- ensuring clients are supported, informed, and empowered in pursuing the options available to them. Her practice area is in civil litigation; particularly in administrative law, personal injury, and pursuing claims for survivors of sexual abuse and misconduct. |
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ALEXANDER PACKMAN
[email protected] Alexander is a graduate of the University of Toronto, where he completed his Juris Doctor with a Certificate in Aboriginal Legal Studies in 2023. He was called to the Newfoundland & Labrador Bar in 2024. Prior to law school, he received a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from Queen’s University and a Master of Arts in the philosophy of mathematics from the University of California, Irvine. Alexander completed his articles with Budden and Associates in 2024, and has worked in such areas as personal injury law, sexual abuse litigation, and Aboriginal law. He has a special interest in Indigenous law and Aboriginal law, and he is focused on advancing the interests and defending the rights of his clients. |