BOSTON — Today, Governor Charlie Baker announced the nomination of John E. Garland as Associate Justice of the Boston Municipal Court. Attorney Garland has more than 24 years of legal experience. “Attorney Garland's decades of legal experience in the Boston Municipal and District Courts have prepared him well to serve as an Associate Justice of the Boston Municipal Court. I am confident that he will bring his unique understanding of these courts to the bench and will serve those who come before
him fairly and justly,” said Governor Charlie Baker. "I am pleased to submit this candidate to the Governor's Council for their advice and consent."
“Throughout his more than 24 years in practice, Attorney Garland has demonstrated his commitment to serving the legal profession and his community," said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. "If confirmed, I am confident that he will maintain that commitment, serving the community as a valued member of the Boston Municipal Court."
The Boston Municipal Court Department has 30 judges serving the City of Boston in 8 court divisions located in Brighton, Central (downtown), Charlestown, Dorchester, East Boston, Roxbury, South Boston, and West Roxbury. Besides both criminal and civil cases, the Boston Municipal Court Department also
has jurisdiction to review some government agency actions, such as unemployment compensation appeals and firearms license appeals. If confirmed by the Governor’s Council, Attorney Garland will fill the seat vacated by the Honorable Michael J. Coyne.
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