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More than 100 judges will visit over 150 schools and community organizations across the state this March in honor of Judicial Outreach Month. Learn more about the initiative here: mass.gov/news/massachus…

The Trial Court does not send summonses by text, demand immediate payment, or threaten arrest for unpaid tolls. If you receive such a message, do not provide personal info/payment. Verify any court notice directly on Mass.gov.

On Friday, February 27, 2026, all courts statewide will be open and operate on their regular schedule.

COURTS CLOSED on 2/26: the Plymouth Court Complex, Barnstable Court Complex, all Barnstable County Juvenile Court sites, Orleans District Court, all Fall River courthouses, all New Bedford courthouses, all Bristol County Juvenile Court sites. All other courts statewide will open.

On 2/25/26, courts in Barnstable, Bristol, Plymouth, Dukes, and Nantucket counties will be closed. All other courts statewide will be open. Affected court events will be rescheduled. Questions: please contact the clerk/register’s office. Emergencies: call your local police dept.

On 2/24/26, courts in Berkshire, Hampshire, Hampden & Franklin counties will open as normal. All other courts statewide will be closed. Affected court events will be rescheduled. Questions: contact the clerk’s or register’s office. Emergencies: contact your local police dept.

Due to the forecasted winter storm, all Trial Court locations statewide will be closed on Mon., Feb. 23. Affected court events will be rescheduled. Please contact the clerk’s or register’s office with any questions. For emergencies, contact your local police department.

The Plymouth Court Complex at 52 Obery Street in Plymouth will have a delayed opening of 10 AM today, Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Due to the storm, all courts statewide will be closed on Mon., Jan. 26. Affected court events will be rescheduled & parties will be notified of the new date. Please contact the clerk’s or register’s office with any questions. For emergencies, contact your local police department.

Join us October 30th to celebrate this year's Outstanding Women in Business. Use this link to register: ow.ly/hnwj50X141W Thank you to our presenting sponsors @MGBHealthPlan and @Nichols_College and corporate sponsor - Southbridge Credit Union

The Peabody District Court will be closed on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, due to water main repairs. All individuals with business scheduled at the Peabody District Court on October 14 should report to the Salem District Court that day, where their matters will be heard.

🏆 Submit a nomination today for our Top Women of Law awards! 🏆 These awards celebrate the achievements of exceptional women lawyers who are pioneers, educators, trailblazers and role models. Nominations 🔗: bit.ly/4f9DiiU

U.S. courts will be closed July 4 for the Independence Day holiday. E-filing will be available. Contact your local federal court for more info: uscourts.gov/federal-court-…

Today, the Trial Court announced the appointment of Hon. Brian J. Dunn as the next Chief Justice of the Probate and Family Court for a five-year term effective July 7, 2025. For details, visit: mass.gov/news/honorable…

Even if you're not at the top of your law school class in terms of GPA, that doesn't mean you won't find a summer internship. Here's what you can do: ambar.org/xl4fzu76

Starting in July 2028, the Board of Bar Examiners will administer the NextGen Bar Examination, replacing the current Uniform Bar Exam. The NextGen exam will place greater emphasis on foundational skills, concepts, and principles for new attorneys. mass.gov/news/supreme-j…

Learn how stigma about mental health harms lawyers and the legal profession, and what law firms and individuals can do about it. Join us February 28 for an informative webinar: ambar.org/lrfs42fm

On Monday, January 20 Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries will be closed, along with the Massachusetts Courts, in observation of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. We'll be back on Tuesday.

10 strategies to reduce email anxiety: ambar.org/72lk7q5m

The Real ID deadline is really here this year. Here's what you need to know if you plan on traveling this summer or beyond. telegram.com/story/travel/n…