Barbara Barrett
Probation Officer
Norfolk Probate and Family Court
(781) 830-1266
John Cross
Pro Se Coordinator
Administrative Office of the Probate and Family Court
(617) 788-6600
FOR RELEASE ON: February 12, 2009
PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT ANNOUNCES PILOT COMMUNITY OUTREACH
PROGRAM TO EDUCATE LITIGANTS REGARDING THE
PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT PROCESS
The Probate and Family Court Department announces the implementation of a pilot program which will provide information to litigants about the court process. Any persons who have a case pending in Norfolk County or any persons who are considering a future filing of a Divorce, Paternity, Contempt, Guardianship of a Minor, or Custody Complaint would benefit from attending this program known as “Navigation Through the Probate and Family Court.”
“Navigation Through the Probate and Family Court” is an educational program being presented by staff and others partnering with the Norfolk Probate and Family Court, including the Norfolk Law Library. Basic information regarding the Probate and Family Court process will be presented, followed by a general question and answer period. Topics will include, but not be limited to: court protocol, basic filing information, services available, resources, how and where to obtain legal assistance and the limitations of the court. The Program will take place the last Wednesday of each month beginning March 25, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. and should run approximately 1 ½ hours. The location for at least the first six (6) meetings will be Canton High School, 990 Washington Street, Canton MA.
