Notice of Referral to Hearing: Owen Bland
April 23, 2026
The Hearing Committee of the NSBS will hold a hearing respecting charges against Owen Bland, a member of the Society.
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Notice to the Profession: Changes to One-Time Disclosure of Taxpayer Information for Client Matters
April 14, 2026
As of April 15, 2026, the CRA will no longer process requests from lawyers or law firms for the taxpayer income statements, notices of assessment, or benefits information.
Notice to the Profession: Town of Mulgrave Deed Transfer Tax Increased
April 10, 2026
On April 7, 2026, the Town of Mulgrave passed a by-law motion to increase the Deed Transfer Tax to 1.5% of the value of the property transfer.
Professional Standards Updated: Record Retention and Maintenance of Electronic Data
March 12, 2026
On February 27, 2026, Council approved the amalgamation and update of two Law Office Management Practice Standards.
Notice of Suspension: Alan Freckelton
December 12, 2025
The Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society gives notice that the practising certificate of Alan Freckelton has been suspended.
Notice to the Profession: County of Kings to implement Deed Transfer Tax
December 5, 2025
Effective December 13, 2025, the Municipality of the County of Kings will be implementing a Deed Transfer Tax within the Municipality.