State expects to spend $200,000 to defend against school funding lawsuits
The estimate is part of a $6.7 million spending request the department made to the council to cover its expected litigation costs
Law
ACLU files lawsuit against new voter registration law, the second in two weeks
ACLU argues HB 1569 is unconstitutional, as it will create hurdles that could stop lawful residents and citizens from registering to vote
Democratic lawmakers file amicus brief finding ConVal decision flawed, urging Supreme Court to clarify rulings to facilitate sound school funding legislation
The brief claims the current funding system fails to direct sufficient state aid to districts with the greatest needs and leanest resources
Legal Briefs: News from Around NH
Drummond Woodsum's Julia Pitney appointed to district court judge in Maine, plus filing deadline approaching for corporate transparency act ... and more
Chief Bankruptcy Judge Bruce Harwood Retires After More Than a Decade
As New Hampshire bids farewell to Judge Harwood, his legacy of integrity, compassion, and dedication will undoubtedly continue to inspire future generations
NHLA’s Megan Dillon to receive paralegal professionalism award
Dillon’s ability to blend expertise with empathy has made her a beacon of inspiration for both current and future legal professionals
Lawyer weighs in on whether York should buy Long Sands Beach for $4M
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in October, less than a month before York votes on purchasing the Long Sands property owned by the Norton estate.
Judge: Benefits of Concord Casino outweigh financial gain to Andy Sanborn
Judge Gregory Albert said an extension for the sale of the casino on South Main Street in Concord could mean a significant economic impact on New Hampshire
Former Superior Court Judge Diane Nicolosi to serve as YDC claims hearing administrator
The YDC Claims and Settlement Fund is excited to announce the appointment of former Superior Court Judge Diane Nicolosi as its new assistant hearing administrator, starting this month.
Exeter Hospital delays closure of paramedic intercept program, after AG steps in
Exeter Hospital is delaying plans to end a paramedic intercept program that many area towns rely on, after the New Hampshire attorney general stepped in.
