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A zealous CRA attorney can help children and parents navigate the complex court and service delivery systems and advocate for children to remain in their homes and communities.

Fall 2026 CAFL CRA training starts November 4th
Apply by October 2nd

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September 16, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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CPCS is seeking to fill a Senior Administrative Assistant position to support the Office of the General Counsel and the Strategic Litigation Unit in Boston. Be a public defender. Learn more at the link and apply today.

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September 16, 2026 at 1:47 PM
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Our very own CPCS DNA Litigation Rotation Attorney Peter Tilley went on comedian Conan O’Brien's podcast, "Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend", to talk about working for the CPCS Innocence Program and the best sources of DNA. Listener discretion is advised.

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September 15, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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Police chief recommends termination of 2 officers found to use Flock to track romantic partners

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Two New Bedford police officers found to use Flock on romantic partners, chief seeking termination - The New Bedford Light
The New Bedford Police Department has referred the cases of Detective Emily Pacheco and Sgt. James Marinelli to the District Attorney for possible criminal charges.
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September 9, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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We’re excited to share a wonderful opportunity for strong legal researchers and writers to represent young people in juvenile delinquency and youthful offender appeals and post-adjudication matters. Apply by Sept 23rd. linktr.ee/cpcs_news
September 8, 2026 at 2:44 PM
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CPCS is hiring its next class of CAFL Division attorneys to start in Fall of 2027! These attorneys represent children and parents in family regulation cases. Apply today to be a part of CPCS's 2027 attorney class and defend the people of MA

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September 3, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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CPCS is hiring attorneys across MA to join its Public Defender Division in Spring and Fall of 2027. Check out the link to see all the available positions that provide criminal defense representation in CPCS’s various offices throughout MA

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September 2, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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CPCS is hiring Social Services Advocates (SSA) in our Boston, Framingham & Lowell Public Defender Division offices. SSAs are an integral part of the defense team and work to obtain the best possible outcomes for our clients

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August 28, 2026 at 8:22 PM
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ICE arrests pick up speed in New Bedford District Court

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ICE arrests pick up speed in New Bedford District Court - The New Bedford Light
Court officers have seen ICE detain eight people inside the New Bedford courthouse this year, including three in one week in August. To avoid ICE, some lawyers are now advising immigrant clients not t...
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August 28, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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CPCS’s Private Counsel Division is hiring a Social Services Advocate to work closely with the Innocence Program, the Parole Unit, Alternative Commitment and Registration Support Unit (ACRSU), and the Post-Conviction Unit.

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August 21, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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CPCS’s Public Defender Division is seeking applicants for Social Services Advocate (SSA) positions in our Lowell Office, Boston Metro Office and the newly created Boston Central Office. Apply today.

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August 21, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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The Youth Advocacy Division of CPCS is seeking to fill a Staff Counsel position in its EdLaw Project. The EdLaw Project is a dynamic team seeking to shut down the school to prison pipeline. Help Massachusetts’ youth and apply today.

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August 20, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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CPCS is continuing to recruit for our Fall 2027 Children and Family Law Division (CAFL) hiring class, and we welcome applications from law students, recent graduates, & experienced attorneys interested in meaningful, client-centered advocacy

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August 19, 2026 at 7:59 PM
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The Children and Family Law (CAFL) and Youth Advocacy Divisions (YAD) of CPCS are seeking a Supervising Investigator. This newly created position will assist the CAFL and YAD Divisions in creating an investigator program throughout MA. Apply today.

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August 18, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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‘Now I’m just Stephen Pina’: Suffolk prosecutors drop decades-old murder case

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‘Now I’m just Stephen Pina’: Suffolk prosecutors drop decades-old murder case - The Boston Globe
The only two witnesses to Keith Robinson's murder in 1993 are now dead.
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August 14, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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Suffolk prosecutors drop decades-old murder case

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Suffolk prosecutors drop decades-old murder case - The Boston Globe
The only two witnesses to Keith Robinson's murder in 1993 are now dead.
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August 13, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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CPCS is seeking an Investigator for its Family Justice Advocates (FJA) offices located in Springfield & Worcester. FJA is CPCS’ Children and Family Law Division “conflicts office.” This position will also support the Transition Age Youth Office.

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August 13, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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The Children and Family Law and Youth Advocacy Divisions of CPCS are hiring investigators across the state of Massachusetts. Click the link for opportunities in Boston/Malden/Roxbury, Brockton/Fall River/Hyannis, Northampton/Pittsfield, Salem/Lowell and Worcester. Apply today.

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August 12, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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The #Massachusetts Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS), the state's public defender agency, is now on Bluesky. Worth following if you're a journalist or public-policy person. #mapoli

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August 7, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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Bristol Sheriff, New Bedford police clash over arrestees refused at Ash Street Jail - The New Bedford Light
Records obtained by The Light show Ash Street Jail refused to admit people 135 times following medical and mental health screenings in 2025. That’s up from 32 refusals in 2022.
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August 7, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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Mass. high court orders new trial for Brockton mother convicted of killing her sons

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Mass. high court orders new trial for Brockton mother convicted of killing her sons
The jury in Latarsha Sanders' murder trial did not have access to thousands of pages of medical records showing that she suffered from undiagnosed schizophrenia. The state Supreme Judicial Court ruled...
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August 7, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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The Governor signed the PROTECT Act (H.5620) yesterday, marking a significant expansion of protections for immigrant communities across Massachusetts. Thank you to all that contributed.
August 6, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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A judge found the Massachusetts State Police has been violating the state’s public records law for years by ignoring requests from public defenders. CPCS Communications Director Robert McGovern is quoted in the MassLive article covering the decision.

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August 5, 2026 at 8:21 PM
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IG report ignored the critical role of over-prosecution in straining the indigent defense system

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IG report ignored the critical role of over-prosecution in straining the indigent defense system
Massachusetts cannot ignore the realities of how over-prosecution and overcharging are part of the reason for the price tag on indigent defense.
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August 5, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Mass. judge finds State Police engaged in pattern of records law violations

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Mass. judge finds State Police engaged in pattern of records law violations
A Suffolk Superior Court judge found Massachusetts State Police engage in a “pervasive” pattern of violating public records law. The agency has been ordered to develop proposed reforms to improve reco...
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August 4, 2026 at 2:51 PM