In contested guardianship hearings, discovery tools—specifically interrogatories, production of documents, and admissions—are used to formally exchange information, lock in testimony, and establish evidence regarding the client’s needs and the proposed guardian's suitability. Because contested guardianships proceed similar to civil litigation, these methods are crucial for forcing the petitioner to show that a guardianship is necessary. […]
Y.O. Summit May 14, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 120 Front Street, 3rd Floor, Worcester MA Join us to talk about guns, child witnesses, GPS, and more! Hybrid in-person and remote through Zoom. Register here
Have you questioned whether you really need to attend that foster care review? Is it really worth making the time in your busy schedule? The answer to both is YES! Foster care reviews are key opportunities to advocate for your client, build on your theory of the case, and, perhaps most importantly, provide your client […]
Certification Training for Bar Advocates and New CPCS PDD and YAD Staff Attorneys The Zealous Advocacy Training Program involves two in-person training days per week (9:30 am to 4:30 pm) for a total of 8 in-person training days over 4-5 weeks. In addition to the in-person sessions, each week you will complete work using our online […]
By Application only. Space is Limited. May 18, 19, 20, June 1, 2, 4, 2026 APPLICATION: Persuasive Practice in Superior Court 2026 Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
By Application only. Space is Limited. May 18, 19, 20, June 1, 2, 4, 2026 APPLICATION: Persuasive Practice in Superior Court 2026 Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
The CPCS Mentorship Program Team offers our sincere appreciation to everyone who has volunteered to be a mentor or is considering stepping into that role over the next year. If you are considering being a mentor in late spring, fall or beyond but have not yet volunteered, we invite you to join one of the upcoming live […]
By Application only. Space is Limited. May 18, 19, 20, June 1, 2, 4, 2026 APPLICATION: Persuasive Practice in Superior Court 2026 Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
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May 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm AI and In-Patient Psychology & Therapy Between 1 and 3 PM. Regional Coordinator John Mitchell and Dr. Mark Rudolph will lead a training, and by attending, you will be able to: 1. Recognize the basics about how clinicians are using AI in their inpatient and outpatient practices 2. Determine what types […]