November 30, 2010

Notice from Chief Justice for Administration & Management Robert A. Mulligan
on the Appointment of the Chief Justice of the Housing Court Department

          The term of the Honorable Steven D. Pierce as Chief Justice of the Housing Court Department will expire on January 1, 2011. Pursuant to G.L. c. 211B, §5, the Chief Justice for Administration and Management is authorized to reappoint Chief Justice Pierce for an additional five-year term or to appoint a successor Chief Justice.

          In furtherance of the selection process, I am soliciting comments from judges, court employees, attorneys, and other interested persons on the condition and operations of the Housing Court Department, its priorities and accomplishments, the future goals and direction of the court, and the role of the Chief Justice in leading the court in the future.

          Nominations for the position of Chief Justice also are invited. All correspondence should be sent to my attention at the address below by Monday, December 20, 2010.

Administrative Office of the Trial Court
Two Center Plaza, Suite 540
Boston, MA 02108

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