Posts In 2020

Divorced Parents Face Uncertain Holidays as Covid Limits Travel and Gatherings Dec 02

With public schools quarantining students, many divorced and separated parents struggle with family gatherings and holiday travel ...

Most In-Person Hearings at Mass Probate & Family Courts Delayed Until January 8, 2021 Nov 30

In-person trials and Probate & Family Court hearings will be shut down until early 2021 or later in Commonwealth. UPDATED DECEMBER ...

Is Lower Child Support Coming to Massachusetts in 2021? Nov 16

Choice of economist suggests that Trial Court leaders seek lower orders with new Child Support Guidelines Task Force. Click here ...

Trial Court Increases Transparency by Announcing 2020-2021 Child Support Task Force for Massachusetts Oct 29

Trial Court Increases Transparency by Announcing 2020-2021 Child Support Task Force for Massachusetts After criticisms over ...

The Broad Impact of the Massachusetts Wiretapping Statute Sep 30

Attorney Owens explores the sweeping protections under the Massachusetts Wiretapping Statute. Click here for Printer Friendly PDF ...

Massachusetts Trial Court Desperate for $160 Million Technology Bill from Legislature Jul 06

Trial Court forced to lay off recall judges, lacks funds for virtual hearings and e-filing services during coronavirus pandemic. ...