Represent the Crown in Central Region prosecutions from Shubenacadie, using legal judgment, evidence knowledge, and criminal procedure expertise.

The Public Prosecution Service is hiring a permanent Crown Attorney accountable to the Chief Crown Attorney, Central Region. The successful lawyer will prosecute criminal and provincial offences and support law enforcement when requested. Travel throughout the region and across Nova Scotia may be required for extended periods.

Key Responsibilities:
Represent the Crown in criminal and quasi-criminal matters
Conduct prosecutions resulting from agency investigations
Provide legal advice and assistance to law enforcement
Handle appeals within assigned prosecution duties
Complete duties directed by regional prosecution leadership

Requirements:
Practicing member or eligible member of Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society
Thorough prosecution process knowledge
Competence in evidence and substantive criminal law
Criminal procedure competence
One year Crown Attorney or comparable justice experience

Apply your courtroom prosecution experience and criminal law competence to Crown duties serving Nova Scotia’s Central Region.

📌 Crown Attorney Central Region Shubenacadie
🏢 Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
📍 Shubenacadie