Update to Court Operations at Devonshire Courthouse
Following flooding and water damage, remediation work at the Devonshire courthouse (3380 Devonshire Ave., Halifax) continues. Effective August 7, 2026, in-person matters will recommence.

During ongoing remediation work, the Court Administration Office is continuing to accept filings; however, the documents counter is temporarily relocated to the main floor of the courthouse. Similarly, the front counter for the Family Law Information Program (FLIP) is temporarily relocated on the main floor. Other family law programming, including conciliation and alternative dispute resolution, will proceed by telephone. Further updates will be provided.

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A portrait of Justice Kevin Coady.
Supreme Court Justice Kevin Coady Retires

The Honourable Justice Kevin Coady is retiring from the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, effective July 31, 2024. His retirement comes after serving on the Court for almost 21 years.