IN THIS ISSUE: Law360 Canada Article, LIANS Annual Report, Board Positions, Missing Wills August, and Career Opportunities.
Articles and News
New N.S. AI Guidebook warns of Over-Reliance in Legal Practices
Check out Terry Davidson’s recent article exploring our AI Guide for Legal Practices in Nova Scotia.
Terry got the opportunity to speak with NSBS Legal Services Counsel Jonathan Saumier about the use of AI in the legal profession and the “ethical and professional responsibilities” of lawyers in the age of AI.
Read the full article at Law360 Canada.
Reports
LIANS Annual Report 2024
The Lawyers’ Insurance Association of Nova Scotia (LIANS) has released their Annual Report for 2024. LIANS’ 2024 Annual Report presents an overview of its activities and financial performance for the year ending December 31, 2024, and outlines its direction for future initiatives.
Access the full report at LIANS Annual Report 2024.
Opportunities and Calls for Interest
Bryony House seeking Board Directors
Bryony House is seeking a lawyer/legal professional to join their Board of Directors. Bryony House is a non-profit, emergency shelter in the HRM serving individuals fleeing intimate partner violence. They are the only emergency shelter in the HRM that serves people and their children.
To apply, please send an email including a resume to Sue O’Neil at susan.oneill@bryonyhouse.ca.
NSBS Second VP for 2025-2026 Term
The Society’s Nominating Committee is seeking candidates for Second Vice-President. Members from all regions across Nova Scotia are invited to provide recommendations or to volunteer to be considered. If you wish to recommend someone for consideration, or if you’re interested in being considered, please review and submit the following materials in the link below by Friday, September 5th, 2025.
Public Representatives for NSBS Council
We’re looking for three members of the public, with a keen interest in contributing to Nova Scotia’s legal profession and to their community, to fill vacant Public Representative seats on Council. If you wish to recommend someone for consideration, or if you’re interested in being considered, please review and submit the following materials in the link below by Friday, September 5th, 2025.
Missing Wills – August
We offer an online form whereby members of the public may provide details relating to a family member’s Will, should they be unable to locate it.
We have been advised of the following missing Wills for the 30-day period ending August 15, 2025.
We want to ensure this brief is helpful. Please feel free to reach out to discuss what types of information you want to receive, and how you want to receive it.
Contact us at communications@nsbs.org