BOSTON, MA -- Trial Court Chief Justice Paula M. Carey today announced the appointment of Judge Timothy F. Sullivan as Chief Justice of the Housing Court for a five-year term starting October 1, 2015, in accordance with G.L. c.211B, §5. Judge Sullivan has served on the Housing Court since 2004, and he will succeed Chief Justice Steven D. Pierce who will retire on September 30, 2015.
“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Judge Sullivan to lead the Housing Court,” said Chief Justice Carey. “Judge Sullivan has earned a reputation with his colleagues for being accessible, approachable and receptive to addressing diverse concerns. His philosophy of open communication, collaboration and team building will ensure his ability to address the future challenges facing the department. He is firmly committed to Housing Court expansion and will capably continue the great work of Chief Justice Pierce."
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