Hampden County Bar Association

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Welcome to the Hampden County Bar Association!

Please join us for this year's Law Day celebration! The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at 9:30 AM, at Springfield District Court, Courtroom #2, Roderick L. Ireland Courthouse. The theme of this year's event is "Separation of Powers: Framework for Freedom." The Master of Ceremonies will be Honorable Barbara M. Hyland, First Justice of the Hampden County Probate and Family Court. We will be presenting the 10th Annual John M. Greaney Awards to Honorable William J. Boyle, First Justice of the Springfield District Court and retired Chief Court Officer, Mr. Kenneth M. O'Connor, Jr. We hope to see you there!

For Attorneys & Judiciary

The Hampden County Bar Association is one of the oldest professional organizations in the Commonwealth. Our long-standing traditions of quality and service to our members and the community help us sustain a strong, active membership.

If you are already a member, log on to our members-only section to enjoy our online directories, newsletters, and weekly updates.

Membership in the HCBA is open to any attorney or judge living or working in Hampden County, Massachusetts. If you’re considering membership click below for more information.

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Check out the online Pictorial Directory.

For Law Students

The Hampden County Bar Association is pleased to offer honorary membership to students currently attending or enrolled in law school. Becoming involved early in a local bar association is a great opportunity for networking, access to practical day-to-day educational programs and can be key to your success.

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For the Public

The Hampden County Bar Association is pleased to offer a variety of programs and services to the public through our committees and sections. We cooperate with many other community organizations to help ensure that all citizens have equal access to justice. Click "explore more" for information about our

Lawyer Referral & Information Service
Lawyer for the Day Programs
Fee Arbitrations
Veteran's Initiative, and more.

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Of Interest

Welcome to the newest members of the Hampden County Bar Association!

Andrew C. Covington, Esquire - Northwestern District Attorney's Office
Tyler Ingraham, Esquire
Ms. Victoria A. Johnson - Student
Jonathan J. Kane, Esquire - Fierst, Kane & Bloomberg, LLP
Alice E. Kundl, Esquire
Ms. Melissa M. Modzelewski - Student
Michael Roche, Esquire - Western Division Housing Court
Ms. Chanel Smith - Student
Joan M. Williams, Esquire
Azizah P. Yasin, Esquire - Holyoke District Court

Scholarships

Applications are now being accepted by the Hampden County Bar Association for John F. Moriarty Scholarship and Colonel Archer B. Battista Veteran's Scholarship. Read more.

Upcoming Events

Please save the dates for these upcoming events:

Law Day - Tuesday, May 1, 2018 - Springfield District Court, Courtroom #2, 9:30 AM

Annual Golf Outing - Thursday, May 17, 2018
Click here for a registration form. Click here for a tee-sign sponsorship form.

Annual Meeting, Membership Dinner & Vendor Show - Thursday, June 14, 2018
Click here for sponsorship and vendor opportunities.

HCBA Sponsorship Opportunities

The Hampden County Bar Association offers a variety of annual sponsorship levels. These packages offer a clear picture of how your company can benefit while making an impact on our legal community and the services we are able to offer the public. Depending on the package you choose, your company will be prominently recognized in our event promotions such as email blasts and notices, as well as in our monthly newsletter. Website links are also available. Click here for our sponsorship packages. Click here for a sponsorship form.

Members Spotlight

Attorney Bonnie Karas Bonnie Karas has been providing legal services since 1982, with a concentration in family law. Attorney Karas has been a panel member on the Children’s Law Project since its inception in 2000 and regularly represents children in high conflict cases usually involving at least one pro se litigant. As a panel member, Attorney Karas takes on at least one pro bono case each year. Bonnie has participated in countless Read more.

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