Notice of Referral to Hearing: Alan Freckelton
August 12, 2026
The Hearing Committee of the NSBS will hold a hearing at a date and time to be determined, regarding charges against Alan Freckelton.
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Notice to the Profession: Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act Comes into Force
August 7, 2026
The federal Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA) and its associated Regulations came into force on August 4, 2026.
Notice of Disbarment – Maria Mikhailitchenko
August 6, 2026
The NSBS gives notice that Maria Mikhailitchenko has been disbarred pursuant to Section 48(a) of the Legal Profession Act and Regulation 9.15.
Notice of Hearing: Patrick Eagan
July 6, 2026
A Hearing respecting charges against Patrick Eagan will be held on August 19, 2026, commencing at 9:30 am at the Society’s offices.
Notice of Suspension and Receivership: Lawrence Jessome
June 23, 2026
The Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society gives notice that the practising certificate of Lawrence Jessome has been suspended.
Notice to the Profession: Temporary Border Measures in Response to Ebola Outbreak
May 27, 2026
The Government of Canada is suspending immigration documents from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to Ebola risk.