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Massachusetts Exhibit Stamps

Professional exhibit labeling for Massachusetts Superior Court

Superior Court Rule 9A, Standing Order 1-88eFileMA25 MB per PDF, 50 MB per envelope limit

Quick Reference

Plaintiff MarkingP1, P2, P3... (numbers)
Defendant MarkingD1, D2, D3... (numbers)
Exchange Deadline5 business days before final trial conference
E-Filing SystemeFileMA
File Size Limit25 MB per PDF, 50 MB per envelope
Primary RuleSuperior Court Rule 9A, Standing Order 1-88

Key Requirements for Massachusetts

  • UNIFORM statewide practice - rules apply across all counties
  • Exhibits separated by off-set tab dividers (paper) or page markers (electronic)
  • All pages CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED throughout
  • Multiple exhibits require Table of Contents/Exhibit Index preceding exhibits
  • Summary judgment: All referenced exhibits filed as SINGLE joint appendix
  • Stipulated exhibits must be PRE-MARKED before trial commencement
  • TRACK-BASED: Fast Track "F" (22 months resolution), Average Track "A" (36 months)
  • 3-year exhibit retention under Rule 14; destruction after 30-day notice

Major County Rules

Suffolk County

Boston area - largest jurisdiction. Follows statewide rules uniformly. Business Litigation Session for complex commercial cases.

Middlesex County

Cambridge area - second largest. Same uniform statewide rules apply.

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Typical Massachusetts Exhibit Timeline

Discovery
Gather exhibits
Pre-Trial
Mark & exchange
Trial
Present exhibits

UNIFORM statewide practice. Exhibits separated by off-set tab dividers (paper) or page markers (electronic). All pages consecutively numbered.

Massachusetts Exhibit FAQs

How do I mark exhibits for Massachusetts courts?

In Massachusetts, plaintiffs typically use P1, P2, P3... (numbers) while defendants use D1, D2, D3... (numbers). Always verify with your specific court's local rules as requirements may vary by county.

What is the e-filing system for Massachusetts?

Massachusetts uses eFileMA for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 25 MB per PDF, 50 MB per envelope. Check with your specific court for exact requirements.

When must exhibits be exchanged in Massachusetts?

UNIFORM statewide practice. Exhibits separated by off-set tab dividers (paper) or page markers (electronic). All pages consecutively numbered. The typical exchange deadline is 5 business days before final trial conference. Always verify deadlines in your court's scheduling order.

Does ExhibitPrep work for Massachusetts courts?

Yes! ExhibitPrep is designed to create properly formatted exhibit stamps that comply with Massachusetts court requirements. Our tool supports P1, P2, P3... (numbers) for plaintiffs and D1, D2, D3... (numbers) for defendants.

Are there county-specific rules in Massachusetts?

Yes, Massachusetts has county-specific variations. Suffolk County boston area - largest jurisdiction. follows statewide rules uniformly. business litigation session for complex commercial cases.. Always check local rules for your specific court.

Last updated: 2026-01. Always verify current requirements with your court.