Aaron Connolly
Lawyer

About Aaron
Aaron is a member of our Labour & Employment Group. Aaron also works with members of the Litigation, Administrative Law, Human Rights, and Municipal Law groups.
Aaron graduated from the University of New Brunswick Faculty of Law, where he was on the Dean’s List in his final two years of studies. Aaron received the J. Gordon Petrie, Q.C. Prize in Labour & Employment Law, the Bryden Family Prize in Administrative Law, and the William Henry Harrison Moot Court Prize. He also received the Lawrence & Jean Fraser Scholarship, the Linda & Michael Beairsto Award, the New Brunswick Law Foundation Scholarship, and the Law Foundation of Nova Scotia Entrance Scholarship.
Aaron also completed an internship with the New Brunswick Court of Appeal, where he gained valuable experience working with the Justices of the Court.
Aaron strives to understand clients’ needs and concerns and provide creative solutions to their legal issues. Aaron is experienced in assisting employers with all work-related matters, and has represented employers in matters before labour arbitrators, the Nova Scotia Labour Board, and the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission.
Outside of work, Aaron enjoys golfing, exploring the Halifax/Dartmouth culinary scene, and spending time with family and friends.
Education & Qualifications
- Juris Doctor, University of New Brunswick, 2022
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2018
- Bar Admission: Nova Scotia, 2023
Associations & Activities
- Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society
- Canadian Bar Association