209A Protective Orders

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a collection of volunteers spanning five continents came together to produce free mobile-friendly online court forms for use in Massachusetts.   The project operates out of Suffolk Law's Legal Innovation and…

The Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI) and the Massachusetts Legal Aid Websites Project are pleased to share the two new online training courses for attorneys interested in helping survivors of domestic abuse.  Attorneys can start and stop at any point and come back to review the course…

See the attached PDF.

Below are sample memos that may be useful in 209A hearing.

On May 27, 2020, the Massachusetts Access to Justice Commission sponsored a virtual question and answer session for community advocates in Massachusetts about protective orders, family law questions, and accessing Massachusetts courts for protective orders and family law help during the COVID-19…

This three hour training covers the basics of advocating for clients in 209A Abuse Prevention Proceedings, including an overview of 209A law and procedure, and a step-by-step review of how to prepare for and conduct a 209A hearing. In addition, the training covers a presentation on the dynamics…

Guidelines On Abuse Prevention Proceedings: Navigating Rough Seas Article written by Rebecca Cazabon, Pro Bono Managing Attorney at Foley Hoag LLP. Explains how the Guidelines for Judical Practice can be utilized as an effective resource in navigating complex issues that can develop in…

Memorandum from District Court Chief Justice Connolly, August 26, 2010 Review Item 8  of attached document & the checklist (with relevant caselaw) on extending 209A orders at the end of the document.