Resources to support you in your legal practice

The practice of law does not come with a handbook. Through Legal Services Support (LSS), we are committed to helping you navigate all stages of your unique practice ‘life cycle’.

Whether you’re opening your practice, looking for practice guidance, succession planning, or seeking to understand your professional and ethical obligations – we have resources to assist you.

Are you seeking a specific practice resource? Connect with our Legal Services Support team at lss@nsbs.org.

Please note that many resources are links to external websites and will open up a new tab in your browser.

Law Firm Management

Resources to assist members in the operations of a law firm, including hiring, budgeting, people management, and workplace wellness.

Accounting

Disaster Planning

Education, Training and Mentorship

Hiring and Staffing

Managing Staff

Managing Technology

Pro Bono Services

Remote Practice & COVID-19

Wellness

Client Relationships

Resources to assist members when retaining and communicating with clients, managing their expectations appropriately, and billing.

Communication Skills

Fees and Disbursements

Retainers

Equity and Cultural Competence

2SLGBTQIA+ and Gender Issues

African Nova Scotian Issues

Anti-Racism

Being an Ally

Disability and Accessibility

Employment Equity

Implicit Bias

Restorative Approaches

Trauma-Informed Lawyering

TRC - MMIWAG

Ethics and Professionalism

Resources to assist members when dealing with privacy, conflicts, confidentiality and civility.

Communicating with Courts and Others

Confidentiality

Conflicts

Duty to Report

IT and Information Management

Cloud Computing

Office Technology

Privacy

Trust Accounts and Client Property

Client Property

Closing a Trust Account

Old Balances

Opening a Trust Account

Verification, ID, and Anti-Money Laundering Rules

Exiting Practice

File Retention and Destruction

Foundation Documents

Succession Planning

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