Judges are constrained in what they can say publicly. It is often said that judges should only speak through their decisions. Occasionally, however, it is necessary for a Chief Justice/Judge to speak out. This is one of those occasions.

On Friday, November 7, 2025, Justice Darlene Jamieson will consider a Notice of Motion to approve a proposed settlement in the following class action lawsuit:

The application process for the 2025-26 Supreme Court of Nova Scotia clerkship is now open. The deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. AST on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.

The Honourable Patrick J. Murray, Justice of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, is retiring after 15 years on the Bench.

The Honourable Patrick J. Duncan, Associate Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, has elected supernumerary (part-time) status after more than 17 years on the Bench.