Attorney-Client Privilege Alive in SLL Collection

President Trump recently tweeted that “Attorney-Client Privilege is dead” in light of the FBI raid on his lawyer’s office. Social Law members can judge for themselves with a look at what is in our collection. Read Full Article

Court and State Leaders Attend Chelsea Drug Court Graduation and Certification Ceremony

At a ceremony today at Chelsea District Court, Supreme Judicial Court Justice David A. Lowy, Trial Court Chief Justice Paula M. Carey, Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on the Judiciary State Representative Claire D. Cronin, District Court Chief Justice Paul C. Dawley, Chelsea District Court First Justice Matthew J. Machera and many others gathered to recognize seven drug court graduates and the official certification of the drug court. Read Full Article

Governor Weighs Criminal Justice Reform Bill

After much debate the Legislature has enacted a wide ranging criminal justice reform act that would change many policies and procedures of the trial and sentencing process for adults and juvenile defendants. Governor Charlie Baker can now sign the bill or send it back for changes. Read Full Article

Supreme Judicial Court to Participate in Student Government Day Activities

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court will host fourteen students from seven high schools across the Commonwealth as part of Student Government Day activities on Friday, April 6th. The day will begin with activities at the State House, where students will learn about the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Branches of government. Appeals Court Associate Justice William J. Meade will address the students on behalf of the Judicial Branch. Read Full Article

Year-Round Tax Guidance

Time is short: tax returns are due in a couple of weeks. But Social Law members with last-minute tax questions have access to a wealth of resources on federal, state and local taxation not only now, but all year long. This month we’re highlighting our vast collection of reporters, treatises, legislative histories, and more that can guide you in resolving tax issues for families, businesses and non-profit organizations. Read Full Article