Justice Minister and Attorney General Brad Johns announced the appointment of 14 lawyers in Nova Scotia to the King’s Counsel. The criteria to receive this designation includes having been a member of the Nova Scotia bar for a minimum of 15 years and demonstrating professional integrity and good character. An independent advisory committee makes recommendations to the Minister of Justice and …
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On January 27th, 2023 the Society’s Council approved amendments to the Code of Professional Conduct. The amendments relate to discrimination, harassment, and ex parte communication.
January InForum: President’s Message, Elections, CEO Check-in, and more
Continue reading “January InForum”The hearing respecting an appeal of a Credentials Committee decision to deny an Application for Reinstatement, scheduled to commence on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 has been adjourned, with consent of the parties, by Order of the Credentials Appeal Panel of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society dated January 24, 2023. New dates for the resumption of this hearing will be determined as soon as …
Did you know the NSBS Library is open from Monday to Friday from 8-4 and is accessible 24/7 with your membership card?
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On March 6, 2023, an electronic ballet will be sent to all members. The election period will close on March 20, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. AST.
