(6/3) Letter from the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court to Bar Leaders and the Judiciary.

The events of the last few months have reminded us of what African-Americans know all too well:that too often, by too many, black lives are not treated with the dignity and respect accorded to white lives. As judges and as lawyers, we are both saddened and angry at the confluence of recent events that have revealed how much more we need to do to create a just, fair, and peaceful society. Read Full Article

June 3 Sitting of Supreme Judicial Court

In advance of the June 3 sitting of the Supreme Judicial Court, please find below a link to the calendar of cases that are scheduled to be heard, which contains links to the dockets in those cases. Read Full Article

Supreme Judicial Court Amends e-Filing Fees to Apply Only for Initial Case Filing

BOSTON, MA -- The Supreme Judicial Court has approved several amendments to Rule 1:25: Massachusetts Rules of Electronic Filing that were proposed by the Trial Court. Rule 1:25 relates to general procedures of electronic filing in Massachusetts trial and appellate courts. The amendments, which were posted for public comment, are intended to facilitate the system-wide implementation of e-filing, streamline court procedures, and reduce administrative burden on local courts so they can better serve the public. Read Full Article

Supreme Judicial Court Issues Order Regarding State Court Operations in June During the Pandemic (May 26)

BOSTON, MA – The Supreme Judicial Court today issued an order regarding the operation of Massachusetts state courts and courthouses in June during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The order will go into effect June 1, 2020, and replace the current order which went into effect May 4, 2020. A comparison of the key provisions of the two orders is available on the court's website. Read Full Article

Letter from Judiciary Leaders on Path Forward During the Pandemic (May 14)

Read the full May 14 letter from Judiciary Leaders on Path Forward During the Pandemic. Read Full Article