Criminal Defence, Civil Litigation, Labour & Employment and Wills
Family Law, Civil Litigation and Wills
Civil Litigation, Family Law, & Criminal Defence
Profile
Rachel Lutz practises primarily in the areas of civil litigation, family law and criminal defence. She is committed to helping clients understand the legal process through clear communication, thoughtful advice, and practical solutions tailored to their circumstances.
Raised in Wolfville, Rachel returned to Nova Scotia in 2020 after living in Newfoundland and Ontario. Before entering private practice, she worked with newcomers, youth, and underserved communities through organizations including L’Arche, the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Community College, and Wagmatcook First Nation.
Rachel holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy from Memorial University of Newfoundland, a Bachelor of Education and Juris Doctor from Queen’s University, and a Master of Education in Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning Studies from Memorial University.
Rachel’s background in education shapes her approach to legal practice. She believes clients make the best decisions when they fully understand their rights, their options, and the legal process. She takes pride in explaining complex legal issues in a clear, approachable manner while providing practical and compassionate representation.
P: (902)-518-2992 ext. 1003
Year of Call
2025 – Nova Scotia
Practice Areas
Civil Litigation, Family Law and Criminal Defence
Profile
Managing Lawyer
Andrew Fraser is the founder of Bluenose Law and has practised law for more than 15 years. Andrew’s practice is focused primarily on criminal defence and civil litigation. He regularly represents clients in criminal matters before the Nova Scotia Provincial Court and Supreme Court, while also acting in complex civil disputes, including construction litigation, wrongful dismissal, commercial disputes, and property litigation.
Born and raised in Lunenburg County, Andrew returned to Nova Scotia after spending many years practising with large law firms and serving as corporate counsel for a publicly traded company in Edmonton and Vancouver. That experience gave him a broad understanding of the legal, commercial, and practical issues that often arise alongside litigation.
Andrew earned a Bachelor of Arts in Socio-Political Science from the University of Alberta before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Queen’s University. He believes every client deserves to understand the case against them, the options available to them, and the strategy behind every important decision.
Andrew provides legal services in English and French and has a working knowledge of Mandarin.
P: (902)-518-2992
Year of Call
2011 – Alberta
2014 – British Columbia
2016 – Saskatchewan
2023 – Nova Scotia
Practice Areas
Civil Litigation, Criminal Defence, Family Law, Labour & Employment Law & Will.
Profile
Dustin is an experienced family lawyer who has spent more than a decade helping clients navigate separation, parenting disputes, child and spousal support, and property issues. He believes that negotiated resolutions are often the best outcome for families, but when settlement is not possible, he is a determined and effective courtroom advocate.
Originally from Southern Alberta, Dustin competed at a high level in football, winning a National Championship with Team Alberta before going on to play in the Canadian Junior Football League. The discipline, preparation, and resilience he developed through competitive athletics continue to shape his approach to advocacy and client service. Dustin has now relocated to Nova Scotia to raise his son and build his practice on the South Shore. His experience as a parent has deepened his appreciation for the challenges families face during periods of transition and informs his practical, client-centred approach to family law.
Dustin has appeared before courts at every level in Alberta and continues to build on that experience in Nova Scotia. Clients appreciate his calm, straightforward advice, careful preparation, and commitment to achieving practical solutions that protect what matters most.
P: (902)-518-2992
Year of Call
2014 – Alberta
2026 – Nova Scotia
Practice Areas
Family Law, Civil Litigation and Wills
