Transfers from other countries / Internationally trained lawyers

Admission Process for Applicants with a Non-Canadian Law Degree

If you have any questions or comments about the pathway document please contact the equity officer: equity@nsbs.org

Applicants with a non-Canadian law degree, who seek admission to the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society, fall into two scenarios:

  • those admitted to a foreign Bar (Applicants for Admission on Transfer); and
  • those not admitted to a foreign Bar (Applicants for Enrolment in Bar Admission Course and as an Articled Clerk)