We ensure lawyers serve all Nova Scotians with trust, integrity, and professionalism
We regulate
the legal profession in the public interest
- Establishing and upholding ethical standards
- Accrediting articling clerks and lawyers
- Receiving and investigating complaints concerning lawyers
- Setting lawyers’ practice standards and competency requirements
- Supporting access to justice
We value
Transparency
Being open, honest, and transparent in our processes, and timely in our decision making
Respect
Acknowledging the humanity and worth of all individuals and treating them accordingly
Accountability
Being ethical, responsive, independent, and objective
This place and people
We all succeed when lawyers deliver competent, ethical, legal services to all Nova Scotians according to the highest professional standards
For Nova Scotia Lawyers, NSBS provides guidance at every step.
Starting
Starting can mean re-starting, too. Whether you’re studying, articling, relocating, or finding a new path, we have the tools you need.
Practising
Practising at the highest standards means you’re fully in practice, and want to ensure you’re delivering at the top of your profession.
Retiring Well
Retiring means more than succession planning. Leave your practice in the best shape possible for clients, colleagues, and community.
NSBS Webinar for Principals and Supervising Lawyers
Join the NSBS’ Jonathan Saumier as he discuss the process for becoming a principal and the responsibilities involved in supervising an Articled Clerk.
Notice of Suspension: Alan Freckelton
The Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society gives notice that the practising certificate of Alan Freckelton has been suspended.
Patricia Jones elected Second Vice-President 2025/26
Following a 15-day election period, the results for the 2025/26 NSBS Vice-President Election are now available.
Council Highlights from November 28, 2025
The Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society Council met on November 28, 2025. Learn more by checking out our Council Highlights.
Notice to the Profession: County of Kings to implement Deed Transfer Tax
Effective December 13, 2025, the Municipality of the County of Kings will be implementing a Deed Transfer Tax within the Municipality.
NSBS Brief – November Updates 2025
Your connection to the legal world in Nova Scotia. Get caught up on Society happenings through our monthly NSBS Brief – November 2025.
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