Congratulations to Lawyers Who Received the King’s Counsel Designation 2025
February 6, 2025
Congratulations to 13 accomplished Nova Scotian lawyers being recognized with the King’s Counsel designation this year.
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Sharing the History and Culture of African Nova Scotians
February 4, 2025
This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance.”
2025 Council Elections: Message from NSBS President; Election Information
January 27, 2025
Being a member of Council is a meaningful undertaking, and we invite you to consider putting yourself forward in the upcoming NSBS Council Elections.
Notice of Practice Conditions & Restrictions: Eugene Tan
January 22, 2025
Upon receipt of a joint proposal from Eugene Tan and from the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society, the Complaints Investigation Committee (CIC) of the Nova Scotia
Regaining Trust Independent Implementation Lead — search underway through P4G
December 9, 2024
The first recommendation in Regaining Trust The Ruck Report is to appoint an Independent Implementation Lead—a contractor responsible for advancing the Society’s efforts to transform the report’s recommendations into actionable change. Halifax-based recruitment firm P4G is conducting the search for this role.
Notice of Suspension: Donn Fraser
November 27, 2024
The Complaints Investigation Committee of the NSBS gives notice that the practising certificate of Donn Fraser of New Glasgow, NS has been suspended pursuant to Section 37(1) and (2) of the Legal Profession Act, effective November 26, 2024 until further notice.