New Contempt Standard: Clear and Convincing Evidence

Alex — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:24:36 +0000

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, in In Re Birchall, ruled that civil contempt cases must now be proved by clear and convincing evidence, rather than just a preponderance of evidence. This change will have a significant impact on domestic relations practice. Alex Hahn, working together with Attorney Thomas J. Frain, recently secured a contempt verdict at trial under the new standard.

Attorneys’ Fees Rule in Will Contest Liberalized.

Alex — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:24:15 +0000

The Supreme Judicial Court, in In re Estate of King, determined that attorneys’ fees may be assessed against an unsuccessful will contestant even in the absence of bad faith or egregious litigation activities. Alex Hahn, who has defended against will contests in the Massachusetts Probate Court, views this rule as a potential mechanism for discouraging frivolous contests.

Contact Information

Alex — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:29:46 +0000

C. Alex Hahn, Esq.

46 Lewis Street, Suite 6

Boston, MA 02113

phone (857) 753-4182

fax (857) 753-4183

alex@hahnlawgroup.com

What we represent

Alex — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:07:26 +0000

We do not actually represent a gavel. This post is reserved for our mission statement and other things.

Meet the group

Alex — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:05:58 +0000

This is not us, just a placeholder. Site images and content coming soon.

Hello world!

Alex — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:50:00 +0000

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