Social Law Library continues to provide critical reference, circulation and technology services The Social Law Library continues providing critical reference, circulation and technology services to its governmental users, members from the private bar, and a host of courtesy patrons, including legal services agencies and law-related non-profit organizations. Read Full Article
Supreme Judicial Court Order authorizing use of electronic signatures by attorneys and self-represented parties In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Supreme Judicial Court issued an order, authorizing attorneys and self-represented parties, in all courts and case types, to electronically sign documents served on another party or filed with the court. The order is effective April 7, 2020. Read Full Article
Fastcase Quick Tutorial & Tips Social Law Library members can use Fastcase to search case law, statutes, and regulations nationwide. Just enter a case citation or use the keyword search function to get your research started. Read Full Article
(April 6) Trial Court and Trial Court Departments Issue Orders Concerning Court Operations and Implementation of Supreme Judicial Court Decision In accordance with the Supreme Judicial Court Order, effective April 6, 2020, Trial Court Chief Justice Paula M. Carey has issued Trial Court Emergency Administrative Order 20-7 to address court operations under the exigent circumstances created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read Full Article
Massachusetts Bar Examination Rescheduled - Exam will be held on September 30 and October 1, 2020 (April 4) BOSTON, MA - The Supreme Judicial Court and the Board of Bar Examiners today announce that the July 2020 Massachusetts bar examination has been rescheduled and will be held on Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 1, 2020 in Boston. Read Full Article