By Professor Marc G. Perlin and retired District Court administrator John M. Connors With record numbers of new civil filings in the District Court, it’s more important than ever to have all the details of District Court civil procedure at your fingertips… * To take advantage of all the procedural options that can speed your plaintiff's case – or maximize your defense. * To avoid missteps that can cause procedural confusion, unproductive delays and needless trips to court. * To effectively – and efficiently – navigate your way to the best result possible for your client. The book covers every new procedural step and every “trap for the unwary.” The Handbook has been cited numerous times in opinions by the Supreme Judicial Court, the Appeals Court, and the Appellate Divisions of the District and Boston Municipal Courts. It will give you all the answers to the hundreds of questions that arise in your busy practice. One volume, hardbound, 688 pages.