WEBINAR: Handling Firearms Cases in Massachusetts

WEBINAR: Handling Firearms Cases in MassachusettsJonathan Vogel-Borne2024-05-23T11:51:35-04:00

2025 Annual Day-long Training

9am–5pm, Wednesday, October 29th WilmerHale, 60 State St, Boston — Breakfast and Lunch Provided — Doors open 8:30am. Register Today…

2025 MACDL Board Elections

The Board elections are now open for voting until October 16th. Active MACDL members we need your vote! Vote Now…

Statement on Legislative Proposal Regarding Bar Advocate Compensation

PRESS RELEASE: 8/1/2025. The Massachusetts legislature voted to pass an increase in bar advocate hourly rates over two years … We know this is not enough, and MACDL will continue to support … the many bar advocates who stand in solidarity to make their voices heard. Read full statement…

MACDL Supports Bar Advocates Action

MACDL stands in full solidarity with bar advocates who are refusing to take additional court-appointed cases as a result of the unsustainably low compensation rates. Read press release…

Racial Justice Resources

We have posted a resource page of annotated links, including guides, organizations and movements, education, policing issues, and articles helpful to public defenders.