Single Justice Practice

Subscribe to Single Justice Practice via RSS

Post Photo_Quill-400pxW

Recently we covered the basics of interlocutory appeals to a single justice of the Massachusetts Appeals. Court. Here are some thoughts on how you can improve your chances of obtaining review:

  • Highlight why the issue presented is an important one not only for your case, but for other pending cases, or the development of

…

Appeals of interlocutory orders from Trial Court Departments are reviewed by the single justice of the Appeals Court.  The interlocutory appeal process is governed by G. L. c. 231, § 118, which establishes a 30-day deadline for filing a petition for interlocutory review.  Importantly, this 30-day deadline is set by the statute and the Appeals…