Travis is a partner with Burchell MacDougall LLP. As an undergraduate business student at Cape Breton University, Travis wasn’t sure where he was headed but a small push from a favourite professor sent him on the path to Dalhousie Law School, and Burchell MacDougall LLP.
With a background of finance and economics from obtaining a business degree, it made sense to pursue opportunities in business law, and he appreciates the unique perspective and knowledge that comes with practicing business law in a small town.
“It gives me the ability to see the whole picture, the direction clients want to take with their businesses, and have a fuller understanding of the legal and business issues they face.”
Travis also works on tax, estate planning and other matters related to his clients’ businesses and enjoys the opportunity to gain experience in different areas of the law; “working with small and medium sized businesses really engages you with a variety of different issues."
Working at Burchell MacDougall LLP, where lawyers are known to stay for a long time "provides a sense of security. You know can put down roots here and not worry about moving to another place in a few short years.”
Travis also enjoys the work/life balance working in Truro provides; “Truro is great in that you can live, work and play all within a 5 or 10 minute walk of downtown." Travis puts this in practice by spending his free time golfing, hiking the local parks and trails, or taking in shows at the Marigold Cultural Centre.
In addition to these pursuits, Travis enjoys supporting the local community in other ways and is member of the board of directors and the corporate secretary for the Colchester Residential Services Society, a support provider for children and adults with disabilities in Colchester County.
Travis Durdle was recognized by The Best Lawyers™ in Canada 2025 for his practice in Corporate Law.
Professional Qualifications & Education
Tax Law for Lawyers - Canadian Bar Association (2016)
Nova Scotia Bar Admission (2015)
Juris Doctor - Dalhousie University (2014)
Bachelor of Business Administration - Cape Breton University (2010)
Professional Associations & Membership in Community Organizations
Member, Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society
Director and Secretary, Colchester Residential Services Society
