The Boston Bar Association would like to thank those who have stepped up to become Sustaining Members of the BBA. These individuals have demonstrated an extraordinary support of the BBA and its mission of public service, professional excellence, and access to justice. Read more.
Greater Boston Legal Services, in partnership with the Litigation Section of the Boston Bar Association, will be having a training on sealing CORI’s. The project seeks volunteers to: represent a pro bono client, lead or help with a community education event or lead or help with a presentation at a high school, youth program or community college. Learn more.
Effective date for estates and trusts now March 31, 2012. Read more.
Chapter 124, An Act Reforming Alimony in The Commonwealth, was signed by Governor Deval Patrick on September 26, 2011. Join us on the eve of the implementation to hear from the members of the Legislative Alimony Task Force. Learn More.
On March 15, the Boston Bar Foundation will host its most exciting fundraiser of the year! Don't miss out as 16 Beacon St transforms into a casino complete with table games, live entertainment, raffle prizes, drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Join us for a memorable evening as we raise money for the BBF's charitable work in our community.
Teach a class and help educate Boston Public School students about the legal process.
Assist unrepresented tenants and landlords on summary process (i.e. eviction) day at Boston Housing Court.
"Mentor a high school student through this program, which places students in local firms and legal agencies in partnership with the Boston Private Industry Council” to: Introduce a Boston high school student to the legal profession though this program.
Give legal advice to military personnel, veterans and their families.
This program, in partnership with the United States Bankruptcy Court, teaches high school students about the importance of making informed decisions regarding their finances.
Use your alternative dispute resolution skills to help litigants with both Pre-trial Case Conferencing and Mediation at the Boston Municipal Court ("BMC").
Help low and moderate-income taxpayers fill out tax returns, and offer consultations on special credits.
Find an opportunity that interests you. The BBA has pro bono projects for attorneys at all levels of experience and expertise.