Attorney court forms

Use this form to inform the court that you are appearing in a case to represent a party or yourself. (Updated 12/6/23)

District Court form rev. 03/06. Update name or address until the next electronic update of attorney information is received from the BBO. You may also add an out-of-state attorney who has been admitted pro hac vice (for a particular case) by a judge, or a law student who represents a party under S.J.C. Rules.

(Rev. 03/04/2019) This Juvenile Court form is used by attorneys of record to certify that they have provided their clients with information about court-connected dispute resolution services.

The Waiver of Counsel form is used if a party decides to proceed without counsel even though the party has a right to be represented by counsel under Massachusetts law. (Updated 9/8/23)

Each year, the Pro Bono Honor Roll recognizes those who meet the criteria for a certain number of pro bono hours during the designated time period.

SJC Rule 3:03 permits eligible students in their next to last year of law school to appear in civil proceedings & permits eligible students in their final year of law school to appear in civil & criminal proceedings on behalf of the Commonwealth or indigent parties under the general supervision of a member of the bar.

Find out how to become a foreign practitioner or foreign legal consultant.

A Certificate of Admission and Good Standing may be needed as proof of admission for another jurisdiction, at the request of a potential employer, to obtain a real estate broker's license, or to form a limited liability partnership or professional corporation.

An attorney may change his or her name by submitting an Affidavit of Name Change with supporting documentation.

Find forms for lawyers providing LAR services in court.

The Waiver of Counsel form is used if a party decides to proceed without counsel even though the party has a right to be represented by counsel under Massachusetts law. (Updated 9/8/23)

Find out what to do if you're having trouble accessing court PDF files.

If you cannot pay for court fees and costs, you may be able to have the state pay for them. Find out if you are eligible to have court fees and costs waived, and learn how to apply.