Jacinta Gallant is the principal of Waterstone Law Group and founder of Innovation for Lawyers, Inc.
After 20 years as a successful litigation lawyer, Jacinta now focuses on mediation, collaboration and education to help clients find solutions to legal challenges.
Jacinta is a highly effective advocate who understands people and relationships. She knows the human side of disputes and has the ability to quickly grasp the meaning of complex information, delve into what matters to people, and find creative solutions. ...READ MORE
As a mediator and collaborative lawyer, Jacinta brings a refreshingly practical, authentic and non-judgmental approach to people and conflict. She is recognized internationally as an educator and innovator in collaborative practice and mediation. To find out more about training opportunities with Jacinta, visit www.jacintagallant.ca.
Jacinta’s formal education came from the University of Prince Edward Island (Bachelor of Arts), Dalhousie University and University of Victoria Law Schools (Juris Doctor).
She has two young adult children and lives with her husband and 2 dogs, Coach and Clay, in Hampton, Prince Edward Island. With a strong yoga practice, a deeply rooted family, and a love of nature, Jacinta is grounded, adventurous and generous professional. She travels extensively to deliver conflict training and continues to learn from the people around her.
Listen to Jacinta’s podcast – The Authentic Professional – which she co-produces with Taylor at soundcloud.com/innovationforlawyers
Taylor Smiley is an Articled Clerk (and soon-to-be Associate Lawyer) at Waterstone Law Group. She graduated with her Juris Doctor from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University and is excited to begin her practice in her home province of Prince Edward Island, with a focus on family law, dispute resolution, and wills and estates.
During her time at Dalhousie, Taylor completed a semester at the Dalhousie Legal Aid Service and volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada and Pro Bono Students Dalhousie. Before beginning at Waterstone Law, she worked at the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission, dealing with residential tenancies disputes. These experiences sparked her passion for understanding and helping people in conflict situations. ...READ MORE
Taylor completed her undergraduate degree at UPEI in 2015, majoring in Psychology. She brings a deep understanding of people and relationships to her approach to the law. She is an empathetic listener, and a quick-minded and skilled advocate for her clients. She is organized, efficient, creative, and practical, but also down-to-earth and non-judgmental. She knows that each family is unique, and is committed to helping families effectively and respectfully transition to two homes.
Taylor completed her training in Collaborative Practice in 2019, and is a member of Collaborative Practice PEI. She has travelled internationally to learn from recognized trainers and presenters in this area, and is in the process of completing training to become a certified mediator.
When she is not working with families, she enjoys all things active – running, yoga, barre, HIIT, you name it! She also loves spending time with her family, friends, and her 100-pound German Shepherd dog named Wiz.
Taylor co-produces the podcast The Authentic Professional. Listen in at soundcloud.com/innovationforlawyers
Deb has extensive experience as a legal assistant and law office administrator. A warm and effective “people person”, Deb says working at Waterstone Law Group is her favourite job, and interacting with clients, Jacinta and Taylor are the highlight of her day at the office. When it comes to client file management, Deb pays sharp attention to detail to ensure that each case is managed with care and timeliness. Deb is the best person to contact when you want to get started working with us. ...READ MORE
Deb’s sincere and calming manner is very much appreciated by our clients and her creativity, organizational abilities and sense of humour keep things running smoothly at Waterstone Law Group. A strong team player who finds and fills the gaps when needed, Deb has earned her credentials "All Things Office" (ATO).
Deb moved to Brackley, Prince Edward Island in 2009 from Toronto, Ontario and is dedicated to spending time with her family, volunteering in her community, interior design and enjoying the outdoor beauty of the Island with her furry friends, Smokey "the cat”, Timber, Dakota and Beaumont (“the doggies”).
We offer our clients guidance, advocacy and respect. We believe that people are shaped and strengthened by the challenges they face, like a stone in rough water.
