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Judicial Vacancies and Applications

Thank you for your interest in serving in the Massachusetts Judiciary.

To view all current and anticipated vacancies please see "2026 Mandatory Vacancies". This list will be updated frequently with information provided by the different trial court departments.

To view which vacancies the JNC is currently accepting applications form please see "Vacancies Accepting Applications".

The JNC encourages those interested in applying for a judicial vacancy to review the application and instructions in advance of a posting. While the applications will always be available for review, applications will be accepted only for vacancies on the "Vacancies Accepting Applications" list.

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