The Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi’kmaq …

Lawyer referral Please note that it is the object and duty of the Society to regulate the practice of law within Nova Scotia. It is not our mandate to recommend lawyers. If you’re looking for a lawyer …

Contact Us Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society Cogswell Tower800–2000 Barrington StreetHalifax NS B3J 3K1 T: 902 422-1491F: 902 429-4869 E: General inquiry To connect with us Call our main …

4 days ago · Career postings We post career opportunities related to the practice of law, including roles for lawyers, articled clerks, and law students. Career opportunities remain on the Society’s website …

Finding a Lawyer The Society regulates Nova Scotia’s legal profession. We do not recommend lawyers. If you’re looking for a lawyer referral, please contact the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia at …

On April 23, 2026, the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society recognized the recipients of our 2025/26 NSBS awards and certificates.

Membership Services We support over 2,000 members throughout their careers. Our members fall into the following categories: Practising Lawyer: A lawyer who may practice law in Nova Scotia. Non …

The Society regulates Nova Scotia’s legal profession. The privilege of profession-led regulation is granted through Nova Scotia’s Legal Professional Act (LPA).

As the regulator of Nova Scotia’s legal profession, the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society (NSBS) exists to uphold and protect the public interest in the practice of law. To meet this public interest mandate, it …

These materials are not intended to provide legal advice, and should not be relied upon by articled clerks, transfer applicants, lawyers or members of the public as a current statement of the law. Bar …