Social Law Library

Double dipping is a concept that addresses double-counting marital property as both an asset, and as a source of income from which to pay support. As noted in Wasson v. Wasson (81 Mass. App. Ct. 574), double dipping “is not easily defined, and whether it is improper in a particular case must be carefully assessed.”

These days many of us are working remotely, so join us for a webinar to learn how to access important legal information online. You can search primary law for all 50 States and Federal on Fastcase and use their Authority Check feature to make sure that a case is still good law.

What are temporary orders in divorce? Why are they so important to the process? How do we ensure temporary orders are entered for our clients? How do we defend clients from the imposition of temporary orders?

This program covers brief writing and oral argument with an emphasis on how to make a persuasive case for your client. The co-authors of Massachusetts Appellate Practice (LexisNexis), Chief Justice Armstrong and Attorney Carey know the art of appellate advocacy firsthand; one pitching numerous cases on appeal and teaching how to do it, the other hearing countless arguments from 36 years on the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

Day 1 will focus on important issues in non-motor vehicle stops and searches.

2024 Search & Seizure Series - BOTH DAYS

Most cases will end with the separation agreement or an agreement for judgment. This session will cover the drafting of effective separation agreements and also agreements for judgments in modification and contempt actions.

The nuts and bolts of search warrants. Special Issues with Digital Evidence.

In January 2024, the research center, Boston Indicators reported that Massachusetts had the lowest incarceration rate in the United States at 172 per 100,000 people. In fact, the incarceration rate has declined faster in Massachusetts than anywhere else in America over the last decade. That said, around the world our allies continue to incarcerate far fewer people than we do, even in Massachusetts.

Our Probate Guardianship statutory scheme is implicated when a child of divorce -- who has special needs and disabilities and who cannot make or communicate decisions -- turns 18. Reaching this age introduces unique complexities and considerations, particularly where guardianships and conservatorships may likely last in perpetuity for a young adult with special needs.

Dr. Shawn Healy will discuss the Pillars of Well-Being, offering practical strategies for mental health, stress management, professional success, and happiness.

The Flaschner Judicial Institute presented this same program to the bench. Hon. Gregory I. Massing, Appeals Court, Editor-in-Chief, Massachusetts Guide to Evidence. Elizabeth N. Mulvey, Esq., Libby Hoopes Brooks & Mulvey, P.C., Editor, Massachusetts Guide to Evidence.

The Flaschner Judicial Institute presented this same program to the bench. Hon. Gregory I. Massing, Appeals Court, Editor-in-Chief, Massachusetts Guide to Evidence. Elizabeth N. Mulvey, Esq., Libby Hoopes Brooks & Mulvey, P.C., Editor, Massachusetts Guide to Evidence. SPECIAL BOOK OFFER.

Legislative history is a critically important advocacy tool in Federal Court when statutory language is ambiguous and begs for clarification. Federal judges invite and apply the use of legislative history to avoid incongruous results, illuminate drafting errors, determine specialized meanings, or choose reasonable interpretations of politically controversial statutes.

What to know about trials The importance of the pre-trial order How to prepare for trial How to present evidence for divorce, modifications and contempt proceedings The use of experts and agreed upon facts. The drafting and importance of findings of fact and the proposed judgment. What to do when you receive the judgment. Post-trial motions and the possibility of appeal will also be covered.

In the workplace, early intervention with conflict is critical. Understanding how to manage employment disputes before they result in litigation is central to creating a productive workplace and controlling your clients’ litigation costs.

Join a panel of family law judges for a discussion on the view from the bench. Learn how to be a better and more effective advocate in the courtroom from the judges.