Assistant
Biography
Mark Wiseman brings more than two decades of senior in-house and General Counsel experience to Patterson Law. His background spans some of Atlantic Canada’s largest private-sector organizations and the Nova Scotia public sector, where he has led complex legal portfolios connecting business operations, governance, and regulatory compliance.
Experience includes environmental and regulatory compliance, corporate governance, franchising, mergers and acquisitions, procurement, and technology implementation. He has directed national legal teams and advised executive leadership on enterprise-wide initiatives involving privacy modernization, cybersecurity, and AI governance—ensuring innovation is implemented safely, responsibly, and in alignment with evolving legal standards. Known for his collaborative approach, Mark helps organizations align strategic objectives with practical legal frameworks that enhance efficiency and accountability.
At Patterson Law, Mark’s practice emphasizes corporate and commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, governance, and regulatory compliance. He advises clients on structuring and negotiating complex agreements, managing risk, and integrating legal considerations into operational and technology initiatives.
- Canadian Bar Association
- Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society
- Lexpert Rising Stars Award (2017) — Canada’s Leading Lawyers Under 40
- LL.B., Dalhousie University (2004)
- M.Env.Sc., Memorial University of Newfoundland (2000)
- B.Sc. (Biochemistry), Memorial University of Newfoundland (1999)
An active community leader, Mark serves on volunteer boards and mentors emerging professionals and entrepreneurs. He has chaired governance, finance, and risk committees for health and non-profit organizations, supports refugee sponsorship initiatives, and coaches youth sports across Pictou County.