Monthly Archives: February 2012
Pro Hac Vice Proposal Progresses
Last week the Supreme Judicial Court’s (SJC) Rules Committee requested public comment on proposed Rule 3:15, which would institute a pro hac vice admission fee in Massachusetts. As Issue Spot reported last November, the Massachusetts Access to Justice Commission (AJC) … Continue reading →
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Tagged as access to justice commission, Boston Bar Association, legal services, pro hac vice, proposed rule 3:15
Legal Services Corporation Seeking More Federal Funds
On Monday, President Obama released his budget for Fiscal Year 2013. The $3.8 trillion budget included $402 million for the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) – which is a 15% increase over LSC’s current budget of $348 million. While any increase … Continue reading →
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Tagged as Boston Bar Association, federal budget, legal services, Legal Services Corporation, president obama
Access to DNA Bill to Gov’s Desk
Wednesday was an eventful day on the House floor. Early Tuesday evening, the BBA was notified that the Access to DNA bill (S 1987) would be taken up by the full House the very next day. As we reported in … Continue reading →
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BBA Bills Advancing
Just over a month into 2012, and the legislative year has been marked by a flurry of activity at the State House. Here’s a quick update on a few of the issues important to the BBA: Today, the Legislature advanced … Continue reading →
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Tagged as Boston Bar Association, MLAC, Supplemental Budget
