Update to Court Operations at Devonshire Courthouse
Following flooding and water damage, remediation work at the Devonshire courthouse (3380 Devonshire Ave., Halifax) has continued. In-person matters have recommenced, and the Court Administration Office is now operational at its usual location on the lower level. Mail collection/drop-off remains on the main floor, as does the front counter for the Family Law Information Program (FLIP). Further updates will be provided.

Holiday Notice
Courthouses across the province will be closed on Wednesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation), reopening on Thursday, October 1.

News

A photo of a Nova Scotia Court of Appeal courtroom. The computer screens show the Court's emblem and the words Nova Scotia Court of Appeal.
Webcast of Appeal Hearing

Members of the media and the public are advised that the following proceeding before the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal will be livestreamed on the Courts of Nova Scotia website on Thursday, October 10, 2024:

A portrait of Judge Gregory E. Lenehan
Provincial Court Judge to Retire

After more than 35 years working in the justice system, including 14 on the bench, Judge Gregory E. Lenehan is retiring from the Provincial Court of Nova Scotia. His retirement is effective Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.