Halifax native returns home to lead firm’s growth efforts
Cox & Palmer has announced Blair White's appointment as the new chief operating officer of its Halifax, NS, office.
White has held senior leadership positions in the financial and insurance industries in Toronto, ON, a firm news release highlighted. While in Toronto, White reportedly spearheaded significant initiatives focused on business growth, efficiency improvements, and increased profitability.
Suzanne Rix, managing partner of the Halifax office, welcomed the appointment. “We are pleased to welcome Blair as our new chief operating officer. His strong credentials as a business leader will play a key role in advancing our goals of growing our business, providing top-class legal services to our clients and supporting the growth of our economy here in Nova Scotia,” she said.
The Cox & Palmer release described White as a visionary leader who will guide the firm through a period of growth while maintaining high service standards for clients and the community.
George Cooper, chief executive officer of Cox & Palmer, highlighted the strategic importance of White’s role: “I am thrilled for our Halifax office on this new appointment. Cox & Palmer is in an exciting stage of growth and innovation across the region, and Blair will play an important role in strengthening our capabilities and enhancing the value we deliver to clients, not only in Halifax, but across Atlantic Canada.”
Originally from Halifax, the firm also celebrated White’s return to Nova Scotia. “We would like to welcome Blair and his family back to Halifax and look forward to the value and insight he will bring to our firm,” the firm stated.
Founded over 165 years ago, Cox & Palmer operates 10 offices across Atlantic Canada, with over 200 lawyers and 300 staff offering legal services across all major practice areas.
