Nova Scotia Barristers' Society

Missing wills from the last 30 days, with information exactly as provided by family members. Should you believe your office has a copy of this person’s will, please contact info@nsbs.org and we can provide contact details of the respective family member. bit.ly/3OHtiTq

Client ID verification rules return after March 31, 2024. Check out our resources for authentication options bit.ly/3u9w64H

February is African Heritage Month, and we're recognizing it with a roundup of Equity & Access initiatives, resources, reads & events bit.ly/3w6ZnNK

Volunteer lawyers needed for Halifax legal clinic, which offers 1-hour appts Thurs 8:30 am - 1 pm in person at the Law Courts or via phone. Lawyers still needed for Feb 8 & March 21. Volunteer 😀 bit.ly/42mUkVF

Substance Use Study @DalhousieU is seeking law professionals / law enforcement personnel to participate in a study on substance use among those they serve. Interesting research at a great university kiepekresearch.ca/news/

@DalhousieU is seeking law / law enforcement professionals to participate in a study on substance use among those they serve. In support of higher education, research, and a great university, details at link. kiepekresearch.ca/news/

We're working with @CBA_NS to deliver a great half-day conference on Mental Health & Wellness for Legal Professionals - April 8th noon til 5:30 at Westin #Halifax program & registration: bit.ly/4bb0fkE

Members: If you practice outside HRM and you're interested in serving as 2nd VP for the upcoming year, read on bit.ly/3O9eT1P

Missing wills can be found (sometimes) when family members share details via our website. Lawyers can check the list to see if any names are familiar bit.ly/48BwqIb

Back to pre-pandemic client ID rules March 31, 2024. Lots of options for in-person or remote verification bit.ly/48HrrFH

On the last day of #A2JWeek, the Society is focusing on how physical barriers impact the public's access to the justice system in Nova Scotia. Read the article here: ow.ly/3h3M50Q1Hbi

On day four of #A2JWeek, the Society is highlighting the role of internationally trained lawyers and how they help provide culturally competent legal services to Nova Scotians. Read more about it here: ow.ly/v4ay50Q1aUG

For day three of #A2JWeek, the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society is looking back at the #TalkJustice project, which was an engagement campaign to better understand barriers to justice in NS. You can read the article and access the full report here: ow.ly/VvpK50Q0Eav

On day two of #A2JWeek, we are pleased to announce the launch of the Innovation Sandbox Pilot Project. More information about this program and how it aims to improve access to justice is available here: ow.ly/kLi950Q05A1

October 23 is the first day of #A2JWeek. Throughout the week, we will share articles about our role in promoting access to justice in Nova Scotia. To start, read an article by our CEO about the importance of #A2J here: ow.ly/P7Z450PZCyS

Are you interested in our Kentville Office Legal Assistant position? Don’t forget the deadline for applications is September 19th. Details: nslegalaid.ca/legal-assistan… @NSBS @nsfamilylaw @SchulichLaw @IBA_Canada @CABLNational

The Society’s practice resource search contains eight categories of practice resources and professional development supports including websites, articles, webinars, podcasts, videos and more.  Use this tool to guide you to supports & resources at ow.ly/zBpK50I7eCK.

Welcome to the 2023-24 CBA-NS Program Year! We can't wait to get together this year, and will be kicking things off at the President's Reception on Sept 19 - all members are welcome. Register today: cbapd.org/details_en.asp…