November 8, 2011
Attorney John Dugan was recognized at at the 35th anniversary celebration dinner sponsored by the Metro West Legal Services honoring “35 Stars for 35 Years”.
Firm Announcements
DCDC Law Announces Winner of the iPad Drawing
October 21, 2011
Doherty, Ciechanowski, Dugan & Cannon announced the winner of the Apple iPad drawing which was held at Christina’s on Route One in Foxboro, MA yesterday October 20th during the MegaBusiness Expo 2011. The winner is Jacqueline T. Lees of Enstrat Strategic Environmental Services. Congratulations Jacqueline! Enjoy your new iPad.
Ciechanowski attends the ABA Law Practice Management meeting
October 20, 2011
Attorney Craig A. Ciechanowski attended the ABA Law Practice Management section fall meeting October 14th and 15th.
Massachusetts Courts face significant challenges ahead.
September 26, 2011
An article in today’s Boston Globe captures the frustrations and oncoming challenges that face the Massachusetts court system as budget cuts require downsize of staff and hours available to the public. [Read more...]
Attorneys Raymond and Weil attend “Latest Developments in Alimony” Conference
September 23, 2011
Attorneys Michelle M. Raymond and Attorney Steven Weil attended the “Latest Developments in Alimony” Conference on September 23, 2011 at Suffolk Law School. Probate and Family Court judges and the crafters of the new alimony reform statute were present to discuss the implications of the significant changes coming in 2012 to the alimony law in Massachusetts. [Read more...]
Massachusetts Court Locations Adjust Public Office Hours
September 6, 2011
The Chief Justice for Administration and Management has announced new public office hours for many courts around the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Specifically, the Probate & Family Courts across the state will be adjusting their public office hours as follows:
“Registry counter services and phone coverage will be restricted after 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. This applies to any court business EXCEPT emergency restraining orders and other emergencies. These new hours of operation will become effective on September 19, 2011.” Read the official press release (opens PDF)
Permitting of a mixed-use development in Franklin MA
August 9, 2011
Attorney Craig A. Ciechanowski successfully completed the permitting of a mixed-use development in Franklin. The project consists of 11,760 square feet of space to be used by a quick-serve restaurant with a drive-thru, office and retail uses.
Attorney Maria Rockwell at Norfolk Probate & Family Court
August 8, 2011
Attorney Maria Rockwell will be serving as Lawyer for the Day at Norfolk Probate & Family Court on August 16, 2011. The Lawyer for the Day Program has an attorney who volunteers and delivers services on their scheduled day, and assists the public who arrive in court that day on any matter that may be heard in the Probate and Family Court.
Attorney Steven Weil at Norfolk Probate & Family Court
July 10, 2011
Attorney Steven Weil will be serving as Lawyer for the Day at Norfolk Probate & Family Court. The Lawyer for the Day Program has an attorney who volunteers and delivers services on their scheduled day, and assists the public who arrive in court that day on any matter that may be heard in the Probate and Family Court.
Attorney Steven Weil Participated as Plaintiff’s Counsel
May 20, 2011
Attorney Steven Weil participated as plaintiff’s counsel in a mock trial as part of a program entitled “A Day of Expert Witness Training: The Creation and Destruction of the Valuation Expert – Surviving the Rigors of the Courtroom,” jointly presented by The Massachusetts and Rhode Island Chapters of the National Association of Certified Business Valuation Analysts. This program instructed business valuation appraisers in how to present effective trial testimony.
Attorney Dugan to co-author “Guardianship and Conservatorship in Massachusetts” handbook
May 15, 2011
Attorney John Dugan will be co-author of 2011 edition of “Guardianship and Conservatorship in Massachusetts,” a handbook for lawyers published by LexisNexis. Other three authors are Attorney Nan Elder, Attorney Jennifer Ulwick Rivera and Dr. Rebecca Brendel.
Attorney Taddeo to join faculty for MCLE’s Estate Planning Course
May 15, 2011
Attorney Jennifer D. Taddeo has been asked to join the faculty for MCLE’s September course, Basics Plus: Estate Planning Basics. Attorney Taddeo has been on faculty for the past four years, teaching Estate Planning Fundamentals and Planning With Life Insurance.
DCDC Law supports Elder Law Month
May 1, 2011
May is the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Elder Law Month, and attorneys at Doherty, Ciechanowski, Dugan & Cannon have answered the MBA’s call for volunteers. This month, we will be speaking to seniors in surrounding communities, using the MBA’s “Taking Control Of Your Future: A Legal Checkup” to share the basics of estate and elder law.
Doherty elected President of the Franklin Education Foundation
May 1, 2011
Attorney Michael P. Doherty was elected President of the Franklin Education Foundation, Inc. A local charity that raised funds for grants benefiting the Franklin Public Schools.
Attorney Raymond Chairperson of the Women’s Success Network March Speed Networking
April 15, 2011
Attorney Michelle M. Raymond led as chairperson the Women’s Success Network March Speed Networking meeting at the Franklin Country Club in Franklin, and on March 3rd met with My Wealth Management Team to review how the insurance industry is working with Massachusetts clients to handle the after effects of the severe winter storms and how the mortgage industry is working with divorcing couples trying to refinance with low equity
Attorney Dugan has attained a Superb Avvo rating
April 15, 2011
Attorney John Dugan has attained a Superb Avvo rating of 9.0 in recognition of his background, history and conduct being consistent with the goals of maintaining an unmatched level of transparency and providing information and guidance to his clients.
Doherty coaching the Franklin High School Mock Trial Team
April 15, 2011
Michael P. Doherty is once again coaching the Franklin High School Mock Trial Team. This is Attorney Doherty’s second year as coach.
WSN Pure Networking and YMCA Franklin Reach Out for Youth Events
April 2, 1011
On March 23rd, Attorney Michelle M. Raymond attended the WSN Pure Networking event at Candace Sallale, CFP of Edward Jones Investments in Attleboro, and on March 22nd, she attended the YMCA Franklin Reach Out for Youth reception at 3 Restaurant in Franklin.
Attorney Dugan selected as a 2010 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
March 1, 2011
Attorney John Dugan selected as a 2010 Massachusetts Super Lawyer as published in Boston Magazine and in Massachusetts Super Lawyers Magazine. Attorney Dugan was also chosen in 2009, 2008, 2007 and 2006.
Attorney Dugan attends Probate law and The Uniform Probate Code seminar
March 1, 2011
Attorney John Dugan attended a two-day session entitled “Training the Trainers,” presented by a panel appointed by Chief Justice Paula Carey of the Probate and Family Court. This program instructed attendees on probate law and practice under the Uniform Probate Code, which will go into effect in January, 2012.
Attorney Michelle Raymond
February 1, 2011
Attorney Michelle Raymond completed and had court-approved another collaborative law divorce in Norfolk Probate and Family Law Court.
Ciechanowski elected Chair of the Board of Directors of The League School of Greater Boston
January 15, 2011
Craig A. Ciechanowski has been elected Chair of the Board of Directors of The League School of Greater Boston, Inc., a leading educator of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder.
Attorneys in Franklin Massachusetts and Medfield MA lawyers
The Massachusetts attorneys of Doherty, Ciechanowski, Dugan & Cannon provide legal services to Massachusetts businesses, families, and individuals in the practice areas of business law, criminal defense, divorce and family law, employment law, estate planning, personal injury, real estate, and litigation matters.
Our attorneys represent clients throughout Massachusetts and in every county of Massachusetts including Norfolk County, Suffolk County, Worcester County, Bristol County, Middlesex County, Plymouth County, Hamden County, Essex County and Barnstable County. Our attorneys represent clients in Massachusetts’ largest communities including the cities of Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, Cambridge, Brockton, New Bedford, Fall River, Lynn, and Quincy.
Our law offices are located in Franklin and Medfield and serve the Greater Boston MetroWest region and the neighboring towns of Bellingham, Milford, Upton, Hopedale, Holliston, Medway, Millis, Medfield, Norwood, Walpole, Sharon, Foxborough, Wrentham, Easton, Mansfield, North Attleboro, Norton, Plainville, Raynham, Taunton, Attleboro, Seekonk, Rehoboth, Uxbridge, Whittensville, and Worcester.
Dugan appointed Co-Chairman of Massachusetts Bar Association’s Probate Section Council
September 15, 2008
John Dugan has been appointed Co-Chairman of the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Probate Section Council for the 2009-2010 year.
